Mark Jacobson

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Mark Jacobson, 50, of Guilderland announce his passing on Thursday, October 30th, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Born November 5th, 1974 in Albany, NY, Mark was the son of the late Howard and Lynda (Finch) Jacobson. He spent his entire life in Guilderland and graduated from Guilderland Central High School in 1992. He went on to attend Clarkson University where he was a member of Delta Sigma Phi and graduated in 1998. He was employed as a civil engineer following graduation, leading to the opening of his own engineering firm Insite Northeast in 2015. He spent many years coaching lacrosse for Guilderland at various levels, one of his many true passions.

He is survived by his wife Dawn Jacobson and children Caleb, Kailey, and Keira Jacobson, his siblings Judy (Terry) Reed, Janice Jacobson, Daniel (Carrie) Jacobson, Michael (Michele) Jacobson, all of Altamont and Laura (Tom) Malvey of Virginia. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins; including Bob and Joe Jacobson, and many other family, friends, and colleagues.

The family would like to thank Mark’s doctors and medical staff who cared for him in his final moments. The family will be honoring his life Saturday, November 15th, 2025 with a viewing  from 10am-12pm and a service at 12pm at New Comer Cremations & Funerals 343 New Karner Rd Colonie. Followed by a burial at Prospect Hill Cemetery. 

A celebration of Mark's life will then be held at Western Turnpike Golf Course (2350 Western Ave) in Guilderland from 2-4pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Guilderland Youth Lacrosse program through their website https://my.cheddarup.com/c/guilderland-youth-lacrosse-donations-sponsorship/items or a check mailed to Guilderland Youth Lacrosse, PO Box 851, Guilderland, NY 12084.