Greenfield, MA – Karl A. Jobst, Sr., 83, of Graves Road died peacefully Wednesday, February 25th, 2026, at Baystate Franklin Medical Center. Born in Greenfield on October 11th, 1942, Karl was the son of John and Pauline Jobst. He grew up in Greenfield and was a graduate of Greenfield High School Class of 1960.
Karl was a foreman at the J.H. Smith Company for many years until his retirement. In his free time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing and bowling. But most importantly he took immense pride in supporting every one of his grandchildren’s sporting events and dance recitals. He was also a member of the Rifle Club in Leyden and a lifetime member of the Greenfield Moose Club.
Among his survivors, Karl leaves two sons, Robert Jobst and his wife Tina of Vernon, VT and Karl Jobst, Jr. of Bernardston; a daughter, Cheri Wheeler and her husband Larry of Northfield; seven grandchildren, Alex, Kirsten and her husband A.J., Brianna, Kyle and his wife Rachael, Karl, Sierra and Hailey; two great grandchildren, Kadence and Troy; and several nieces and nephews, including his “little brother” William Phelps. He also leaves behind his beloved golden retriever “Germs”.
Karl was predeceased by his beloved wife of fifty-eight years, Germaine “Ginger” (Bordeaux) Jobst on September 7th, 2022. Along with his three brothers, three sisters and daughter-in-law Sharlene.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 7th at 12noon at the Kostanski Funeral Home, 220 Federal Street, Greenfield. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family.
Calling hours will be held Saturday, March 7th from 10am until the time of the service at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV), www.dav.org or the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office Regional Dog Shelter 10 Sandy Ln., Turners Falls, MA 01376.
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