Obituary: Betty K. Jacobson

Betty K. Jacobson, 92, died Thursday, July 31, 2025, in Gainesville Fla. She was born to the late Miller Kaminsky and Ann Miller Kaminsky in 1932 in Savannah, Ga. Betty received a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Pennsylvania and a master’s in landscape architecture from the Radcliffe Institute.

Betty worked as a landscape architect, designing beautiful gardens in several states. She enjoyed bridge, golf, and outdoor activities. Her love for nature, sharp mind, and creativity enriched everyone in her orbit.

Betty was preceded in death by Perry Jacobson to whom she was married for 60 years. They lived in Waban and Dover, Mass., before retiring to Savannah, Ga, and then Gainesville, Fla.

Betty is survived by three children and their spouses, Michael and Trine of Palo Alto, Andrew and Peggy of Petaluma, Susan and Jeff of Gainesville, grandson, Matthew of San Francisco, and brother Allen Kaminsky and Charlotte of Atlanta. Her sister, Janet, and Phil Sunshine preceded her in death.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to your favorite charity.

Arrangements are under the care of Milam Funeral and Cremation Services, Gainesville, Fla.