Clayton Allen Jacobson, 54, of Robinsdale, died on Oct. 31, 2013.

He was born April 29, 1959, in Albert Lea to Roger and Jackie (Herman) Jacobson. He grew up on a farm north of Clarks Grove and attended school in Albert Lea.

He worked as a farmer, mechanic, carpenter and spent three years mining gold in Alaska. He spent a few years in Colorado before returning to Minnesota.

He is survived by his parents; sister, Lori (Forrie) Minear; brothers Biran (Tina) and Jeff (Chelle) Jacobson; and 13 nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents Irvin and Agnes Jacobson and Ben and Frances Herman.

Family and friends are invited to share memories and stories from 2 to 4 p.m. Nov. 23 at Jeff’s house, 87803 245th St., Oakland.