Allan C. Jacobs

Allan C. Jacobs, age 79, of Concord, Ohio passed away peacefully on October 26th, 2023. Born in Milan, Ohio to Dwilla and Clark Jacobs, he graduated from Milan High school class of 1962 where he played basketball, was VP of his senior class and made lifelong friends.

After High school, he started his working career in building construction for Milan Steel Corporation as an estimator, jobsite supervisor and eventually sales, working in Akron, Galion and Cleveland Ohio offices. He also attended Star building school to further his skills and knowledge. In the mid-1970s, Al became co-owner of Doyle-Jacobs building company in Mentor. He and his partner Bob Doyle built many buildings and additions for local companies in Mentor/Lake County Ohio, including the first solar panel building in Mentor and also Royal Plastics, Fredon, Polychem, Wiseco, 3M and others.

In the late 1980s, Al would begin to work for USA Management as Construction Manager and worked on many projects and companies throughout Lake County. He was very well liked and known in his work. He did this work until his retirement in 2020. Al was a life member and active in Willoughby Elks Lodge #18, he was named Exalted Ruler in 1974-75.

 In his leisure time, Al really enjoyed playing golf and watching Ohio State and Cleveland sports. He and his cousin Myke Wharff shared a close relationship and had regular great conversations about sports. He always enjoyed being with friends at the local watering holes including Blue Spruce, Matchworks, Epiq and later Hellreigel’s.

 Al met Sandy Makuch, a bartender at Epiq restaurant in Concord Ohio around 2000. After many attempts from Al to have a date, Sandy gave in, and they attended an Indians game together. Al was Sandy’s longtime partner/Fiancé and the love of his life. Sandy’s family, Ritchie, Denise and Debby loved Al as part of their own and they became very close for 20+ years. They spent many good times together until Sandy’s passing just 9 weeks ago. Al wasn’t the same and his broken heart gave in on Oct. 26th. Al and Sandy are now together again forever.

 Al was preceded in death by his parents Dwilla (Dee) Nelson and Clark Jacobs and Sandy Makuch, his longtime partner/fiancé. He is survived by his daughter Dara (Jeff) Jacobs Frango, brother Steve (Lisa) Jacobs, 5 step brothers, 4 step sisters and many nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind the loving Makuch family of Ritchie, Denise (Tom) and Debby (Ed) Makuch. A celebration of Al’s life will take place at a later date.  

Al wished to thank all of his friends for a good ride.

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March 23, 1939 - February 25, 2016

Beloved husband of Beverly J. (deceased); father of Al (Kim), Laurie (Stan), Denise (Bill), Colleen (Jesse), Donna (Jim); grandfather of 13; great grandfather of 9; Dear friend of “Big Al”, Tracy, and Louie. Al was a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend to many. He was a gifted auto body restoration expert for over 62 years. He was a retired Ford guy. His passions were his love for his family, classic car cruise-ins, and Las Vegas. Private services will be held.

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