Musician and entertainer, Richard "Ricky" Lynn Jacobsen, died at his home in Lead, SD, on July 29, 2012.
Ricky was born in Belle Fourche, SD on December 13, 1952 to Beulah Mae and Henry "Bud" Jacobsen of Castle Rock, SD. He graduated from Newell High School in 1971 and served in the United States Army for two years.
Ricky was well known throughout the Black Hills area for his musical talents. He performed with many bands and performed solo in various venues. He will be remembered and missed by all his friends and family of musicians.
He is survived by his sister, Rosa Lee (Jerry) Fabricius of 29 Palms, CA, brothers, Jerry (Fee) Jacobsen of Pierre, SD and Danny Jacobsen (Leigh Powell) of Omaha, NE. He was a favorite uncle to Gary and Ginnger Fabricius, Eric and Zak Jacobsen and Jason and Gwen Jacobsen. Ricky was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Charles and Michael.
Times for a musical tribute to Ricky can be found on Facebook at Celebrating Ricky Jacobsen. Inurnment will take place at Pine Slope Cemetery in Belle Fourche at a later date.
Online condolences may be sent to www.fidler-isburgfuneralchapels.com