Jacob Robert Sikel, 15, of Claremont, died Monday, July 30, 2012 at his home. 

He was born February 25, 1997 in Owatonna, Minnesota the son of Robert and Angela (Blouin) Sikel. Jacob had completed ninth grade at Triton High School where he participated in football and golf and very much enjoyed going to school.  He enjoyed working on cars, four-wheelers or anything with an engine. Jacob could fix anything.  He started rebuilding bicycles at a young age.  Last year Jacob started Enduro Racing which he enjoyed doing with his father.  Jacob was a very hard worker, and kept everything very neat and organized.  He enjoyed his family, going deer hunting, and spending quality time with his friends and most of all his best friend, his dad.