Remembering Ronald Jacobus

Age 81, Galloway, N.J.
Passed away on April 27, 2020

Ronald Jacobus, 81, of Galloway, New Jersey, passed away at home on April 27, 2020, after a courageous fight against COVID-19 and underlying conditions. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Elizabeth; his son, Jeffrey Jacobus; his daughter, Jennifer Jacobus; his granddaughter, Allison Elizabeth Jacobus; along with many beloved nieces and nephews. Ronald was predeceased by his infant son, Russel Jacobus; his brother, Russel Jacobus; his sister, Joan Murray; and his parents, Helen and Russel Jacobus. Born in Orange, New Jersey, Ronald spent his youth in Verona, New Jersey, and Point Pleasant, New Jersey. Ronald was proud of his service roots in the U.S. Navy, followed by an early career with Pfizer Pharmaceuticals. He then spent 10 years as director of nursing in Rutland, Vermont, and retired after 20 years as VP of nursing at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvnania. Ronald was grateful for the lifelong friends and connections he made and kept through the years. Ronald enjoyed his retirement years spending time with family and friends, especially the “Ventnor Crew,” traveling, playing golf and visiting his favorite local restaurants in Galloway and Brigantine with his wife by his side every step of the way. Family and friends knew Uncle Ronnie as a master storyteller, with a quick wit, who had a flare for the dramatic. He was also a bit of a bionic man, overcoming many health issues over the years. His final passing was wrapped in a cultural story with the whole world grieving the loss of too many lives.

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