Dennis Jacoba

Dennis Roy Jacoba Sr, age 79, passed away on November 29th 2025. He was born on June 4th 1946 in Fort Madison IA to the late Letha Jane Jacoba and Roy Kenneth Jacoba. Dennis lived most of his life in Council Bluffs IA.

Dennis served in the United States Army beginning in October 1968. He spent two years in Vietnam during his six years of service and worked as a wireman. He was proud of his military service and carried that commitment with him throughout his life.

Following his time in the Army, Dennis worked as a conductor with the Burlington Northern Railroad for more than twenty five years. He was dedicated to his work and made many lifelong friends along the way.

Dennis enjoyed a wide variety of music and shared that love with his children. He especially cherished taking his son and daughter to concerts and creating memories through music.

After retiring from the railroad, Dennis became a life member and core volunteer with the American Huey 369 organization. He also contributed to the founding of the National American Huey History Museum in Peru Indiana. His work with these groups reflected his deep respect for military aviation history and his desire to help preserve it.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his son Adam K. Jacoba, and his wife Vicki L. Jacoba.

While going through his belongings, the family found an award that described Dennis as a man remembered for his honesty and his concern for others. Those qualities stayed with him throughout his life and will be remembered by all who knew him.

Dennis is survived by his daughter, Jennifer A. Prather; and grandson, Wyatt J. Prather of Lincoln NE. He is also survived by his son, Dennis Roy Jacoba Jr. of Omaha NE; his brother Lyman R. Jacoba and wife Patti of Council Bluffs IA, as well as their children, and his brother Steven R. Jacoba of Omaha NE.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM at Hoy Kilnoski Funeral Home on Friday, December 12, 2025.