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JACOBS-SHOWELL, ETHELYN T., "SISTI", (NEE HARRIS), - of Linwood, and Punta Gorda (FL), formerly of Atlantic City, died on Sunday, September 28, 2008, at the age of 72 after a brief, but well-fought battle with lung cancer. Throughout her struggle, she was supported and surrounded by her loving family. Ethelyn was born in Atlantic City to the late Dr. W. Oscar and Elveta Harris. Sisti attended the Atlantic City Public Schools and was a 1953 ACHS graduate. After graduation, she attended Glassboro State Teachers College (now Rowan University). At the end of her sophomore year, she married the late Honorable Herbert S. Jacobs and had six children from that union. Tragically, her son Willie preceded her in death. During Sisti's empty nest years, she worked at the Atlantic City Medical Center at its in town division. She also was employed by the City of Atlantic City from which she retired in 1997. Sisti was an accomplished amateur artist with a talent in acrylics. She also loved the beach. Much of her time was spent socializing, relaxing and/or meditating on the beach in Atlantic City. In these she found solace and peace. She leaves to mourn their loss: three sons Herbert Samuel Jacobs Jr., Joseph Mark Jacobs and Patrick Maceo Jacobs; two daughters, Pamela T. James (Tony) and Gabrielle M. Caldwell (Barry); three brothers Joseph W. Harris, Sr. (Frances), William Oscar Harris, Jr. (Brenda) and Dr. R. Mark Harris, Sr. (Sylvia) and one sister Joy Ann Harris Kates (Charlie); seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the memorial funeral mass to be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 4, 2008, at the St. Monica's RC Church in Atlantic City. There will be a repast following the mass. Sisti's Life Celebration on the beach will be held at a time and place yet to be announced. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Holy Redeemer Home Care of Egg Harbor Township (800-788-3029) in Sisti's name. Friends and relatives are encouraged to view and sign the virtual condolence book at: http://sistijacobs.lifememory.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Ethelyn Jacobs-Showell
Bill & Andi Ade
October 26, 2008
Joe, our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Terry Westry
October 24, 2008
To the Jacobs Family:
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one. Please take solace in the wonderful memories she left behind and the rich legacy she left to cherish. May God continue to keep you and strengthen you during this transitional period and beyond.
God bless you,
TGW
John Harris
October 15, 2008
To the Jacobs Family: My deepest sympathies are with the entire Harris and Jacobs Families,during this Homegoing for "Sisti". May God bless both families. John Harris
Janet and Mike Toalnd
October 11, 2008
Dear Jacobs Family, We were so sorry to hear about your mom. Janet met your mom years ago when her mom Rita used to work with your Aunt Joy. Joy would always talk about her family and we felt like we knew them so well. Now the years have gone by and we have interacted with all the kids and besides your Aunt Joy, your Uncle Mark and your Uncle Oscar. Our sincere condolences to all of you . Our prayers are with you. Janet and Mike Toland and daughter Kim
farrar and brittney blakeney
October 7, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Jake & Verna Peak
October 7, 2008
To Jacobs Family:
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
I'm really sorry to hear about your Mom. We both know that she is now with God in a better place with her suffering gone. I know how much her pain caused you sorrow and grief, and I found it extremely difficult to see you bear it. But, God will never give us more than we can bear, and she is with you through every step in your life.
Your mom will always be with you; her spirit and good will be part of you no matter where you go. I know that you wanted, needed, and hoped for more time to spend with your mom but the time you did spend with her meant so much to her. Your mom loved you very much and I know you will miss her terribly. God gives us examples on this earth of how we should live our lives and your mom was one of the best examples I know because she was my mom also.
I wanted to let you know that I am here for you at any time you need me - just to listen, or to talk. I already told you this, but I wanted to say it again. Please, don't hesitate to call me at anytime on my cellphone 609-402-8757
With my deepest sympathy, your friend and brother, Jake Peak and wife Verna.
Shermaine Gunter-Gary
October 7, 2008
To the Family of Miss Sisti,
May God hold you closer during your time of bereavement. Prayer and the love of your family will help you during this time. I will continue to keep you in my prayers .
Tracy Cohen
October 6, 2008
Joe, so sorry for the loss of your Mom. A friend had consoled me years ago with a special message that I would like to pass onto you. Let us not be sad because it happened but rejoice in the fact that it once was. Her legacy will continue. Tracy
James Bates
October 6, 2008
I am sorry to hear the of Ethelyn I knew her from the years I worked and retired from DPW GOD bless
Barbara and David Kalter
October 6, 2008
To The Harris, Caldwell, Jacobs, and James Families,
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy in the passing of your beloved Mother and Sister. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you at this very difficult time.
Lisa Givens
October 4, 2008
Dear Gabby and family,
May you find comfort in the many wonderful memories of your beloved mother. May God keep you, and the love of friends and family surround you today and in the days to come. God will strenghten you in the times to come. With prayers for peace and blessings, Lisa & Family
Jean Martin
October 4, 2008
To the Jacobs Family,
Remember that the ones we love will always remain with us, for love it self lives on and treasured memoires do not fade. Our sincere sympathy in the loss of your beloved mother.
Jean F. Martin, Patrice, and Chip.
Janice Dorsey
October 4, 2008
To the Jacobs family,
God be with you, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
(peace and blessings be with you)
love, Janice D., Aesha B.,and Tahirah Rana Jones.
Claretha (SNOOKIE) Brooks
October 4, 2008
Pam, Tony & Family my deepest sympathy:
Though her smile is gone forever,
And her hand you cannot touch,
Still you have so many memories,
Of the one you love so much,
Her memory is your keepsake,
With which you will never part,
God has her in his keeping,She will always remain in your hearts.
Grace Burch
October 3, 2008
To the Harris & Jacobs Families,
May warm memories surround you and bring you comfort. You are constant in my prayers.
Shelle, Sissy & Constance
October 3, 2008
To The Family,
Our hearts and prayers go out to you at this time. Our memories of Sisti go back a long time to the days when the Harris family lived on NJ Avenue, and Dr. Harris was our family doctor.
We will always remember Sisti and keep her in our prayers because she was a wonderful woman, mother and friend.
The Jefferson Sisters
Octavia Anderson
October 3, 2008
To Gabby & Family,
Our family sends our deepest sympathy at this time. May the memories of your mom console your heart. Let us know if there is anything we can do for you or your family
Octavia & Abdullah Anderson
Donald & Flora Parker
October 3, 2008
Dear Gabby, Joy & Family,
We are extremely sorry to hear of your loss, but your loss is Gods gain. Our heartfelt prayers & sympathy is sent to your entire family. It is so hard to let someone you love go, who means so much to so many people. "May God bless you during your time of bereavement". Keep your mother & your sisters dream alive.
Sheila Battie-Laster
October 3, 2008
To Gabby & the Jacobs Family:
May the wonderful memories
of your mother’s love
be with you and comfort you
at this time.
With Deepest Sympathy
Sheila & Kendall Laster
Diane Epps
October 3, 2008
Dear Harris & Jacobs Families,
Please let the happy memories of a wonderful family keep you strong in this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Diane Epps
Carol Michele Gabriel and Family
October 3, 2008
To Gabby and the "Jacobs" family,
Much love and sympathy in your time of loss. May "GOD" bless you and forever keep you near!! You were blessed with a beautiful "MOTHER" May her memories and your love for her "forever" keep you strong!! "GOD" bless and much love !!!!
Joe Beaman & Family
October 3, 2008
Dear Harris-Jacobs Family
You have lost a genuine Jewel but,
Only the LORD JESUS CHRIST can comfort you during these difficult days. Look to HIM to give you the comfort that you need. HE knows all, HE sees all, and HE will guide you through these difficult days. It is no secret what GOD can do, what HE has done for others HE will do for you.
To be absent from the body is to be present with the LORD.
Trust JESUS and never doubt and HE will surely bring you out, take your heavy burden to the LORD.
Ask the SAVIOR to help you comfort, strengthen and keep you. HE is willing to aid you , JESUS will carry you through.
GOD bless the wonderful memory of such a lovely lady.
Dawn (Taylor) Brooks
October 3, 2008
Gabby and Family, Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Mia Williams
October 3, 2008
Gabby,Patrick & Family,
I am soo sorry to hear of your lost...
May God and the memories of your mother comfort you and your family during this time.
Edward Kline
October 3, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
mikal and constance abdullah
October 2, 2008
Please accept our sincere condolences in you loss.
Delois "Dee" Campbell
October 2, 2008
The families of Sisti have Bob and my sincere condolences.
Burt Harris
October 2, 2008
My most sincere condolences go out to all of the family and friends of Sisti. I have fond memories of the friendship that I so cherished with her, and all of the good times that we shared. She was a true social butterfly who touched so many hearts and souls. She was a mentor and big sister to me. I will miss her dearly and pray for her reunion with our Father. Miss you much, PEACE...
October 2, 2008
Many years, many memories much love for a "lady" who will be greatly missed!
Robyn Alexander Assaf
Avis Alexander
Robyn Assaf
October 2, 2008
Robyn Alexander-Assaf
Avis Alexander
LaVonne Brown-Smalls
October 2, 2008
Dear Pam, Sam, Joe, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. I remember the early years at your home. Your mother was always very nice to me. May God bless you and be with you and may you find comfort in his arms.
Carolyn Chrisp
October 2, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies
God Bless the Family
Rory Fields
October 2, 2008
My condolences to the Jacobs and Harris families. Mrs. Jacobs always treated me like family and growing up her children helped me develop into the person I am today. May God bless you and your family always.
cornelius bell
October 2, 2008
My condolences to the family may God bless you. Corney Bell and Eunice Ford
Honey Bunting
October 2, 2008
Sam and Patrick sorry to here about your mom. I know she enjoyed her time with her family and I am sure the family enjoyed their time with her.With Deepest sympathy to your family.
Crystal Flowers Gaines
October 2, 2008
Pam, Tony & Family, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. You all are in our prayers.
Karen Ringgold
October 2, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Ron Brandon
October 2, 2008
To Pam, Joe and family
We are very sorry to hear of your mother's death and offer our deepest sympathy at your loss. It is our wish that your treasured memories will provide comfort to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Sabrena, Ron Brandon and family
Jodi Carter Burroughs
October 2, 2008
To the Jacobs and Harris Families,
Thank you so very much for sharing Sisti, your mom and sister, with me. Her joy for life, family and friends made everyone who knew her feel "at home" and accepted. There are countless memories of growing up in your house that bring a smile to my face and joy to my heart. There was always an abundance of laughter and love. My prayer for you is that you will cherish every moment you had with her, treasure each memory you made with her, and appreciate the legacy of your parents that God is perpetuating in all of you. May God continue to comfort you, strengthen you and keep you. With love and blessings...
Dr and Mrs. Stanley Molock
October 1, 2008
TO THE FAMILY
YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY
DR AND MRS STANLEY MOLOCK
Sharon Burke & Family
October 1, 2008
Dear Pam,
I sent my heart felt smypathy to you and your family stay strong and may you find comfort in knowing that you will be together again in a better place and time.
Hold tight to Gods unchanging hand for he will carry you in your time of need.
Wanda Williams
October 1, 2008
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Jarvis williams
October 1, 2008
Dear Joe Harris:
We are sorry to hear of your loss. You have our deepest sympathy. May God bless you and your family.
Jarvis and Beatrice Williams
George Collins
October 1, 2008
To The Jacobs and Harris Family,
Saint Peter tell us : And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his glory in Christ, will himself restore, establish, and strengthen you.
May the Lord Bless and Keep You during this most difficult time and Grant you His Peace.
Rodger and Mona Bawgus
October 1, 2008
Dear Harris/Jacobs Families,
Please accept our condolences on the passing of your beloved family member.
Sincerely,
Michele Johnson
October 1, 2008
Pam, Jacobs And Harris Family, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Adrienne (Snikki) Fields - DiGiacinto
October 1, 2008
To the Harris/Jacobs Families:
No greater love hath any child or sibling than the love, care and support on which you showered your mother/sister during her debilitating illness. She was my dear, childhood friend, and I was privileged and pleased to have enjoyed a renewed friendship with her, well before her illness, after the many years we lived at a distance from each other. She will be sorely missed but not forgotten. Your loss is my loss, and you have my deepest sympathy. God bless.
Mike Epps
October 1, 2008
To the family of Sisti Jacobs,
My wife and I wish to express our condolences on the passing of “Miss Sisti”. She will be truly missed. Take comfort in the precious memories of her and your time spent together. Draw closer to each other for comfort as well.
If there is anything that we can do in your time of loss please feel free to call on us.
Michael & Gina Epps
Arthur & Sharon Valentine
October 1, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Nick Ganaway
October 1, 2008
Dear Harris/Jacobs Families,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one. Words cannot adequately express the sadness we all feel at your loss. Take comfort in the knowledge that she is now without pain.
With Love,
Nicky
Tracy Williams
October 1, 2008
To Gabby and family,
I know it's hard when we loose a love one. And to know your Mom like I had a chance to get to know her was a blessing. I pray for God's peace and His comfort and supporting love only He can give you and your family. Lean unto Him for all you have need of. He is the only One that will see you through it all. Give this family Lord all that they are in need of right now Lord. He will never leave us or forsake us, He is always there when we need Him. I love you Gabby.
THE KORTE FAMILY (Monica, Donna, Karen, Billy, Krissy & Mary)
October 1, 2008
The Jacobs Family,
May the Lord comfort you at this time and all times. Unfortunately we have suffered the same loss over 3 years ago but Mom "Korte" will never be forgotten she lives on in our hearts and daily memories. We all still pick up the phone to call Mom and ask advice or a recipe, then you think about it and smile because you know she is at peace with the Lord. You will find things daily that remind you of MOM, just be happy you had all the years and good times with her and you will see her again one day.
Ronald Dorsey
October 1, 2008
From Ronald Dorsey formally of Port Charlotte FL. and prsently living in King Of Prussia. Pa. To the family, and friends. Please accept my deepest sympathy, with God's care and love!
Dr.Amin And Staff (Jeannette,Megan)
October 1, 2008
We are so sorry to hear of Ethelyn's passing.Our deepest sympathies to you and your family, for your loss of a great person,she will be missed .
Ronald Cash
October 1, 2008
Dear Joe,Pam,Sam,Gabby et al. Please know that to be absent in the body is to be present with the lord. The end of a thing is better than the beginning of a thing. You had a wonderful mom and all of you obviously loved her so much. Take solace in the fact that she lived a good life and now she is at peace. God Bless you all. if there is anything I can do, please call
jacqueline abdur-razzaq
October 1, 2008
It is with the utmost sympathy that I write this message. I loved and regarded your mother like my own mother since I was a child. She was so kind, gentle, warm, and encouraging. She believed and strived for all that was good. She loved her precious children and granchildren. The Jacob Family is one of our greatest Atlantic City and American Families and Ms. Sisti was the Matriarch. Rest in Peace. Always, Love Naasira and the Brooks Family.
Margaret Clegg-Parsons
October 1, 2008
Pam,
Please accept my deepest sympathies
Carmen Brock
October 1, 2008
With Deepest Sympathy, may God wrap his loving arms around the Harris and Jacobs families and give you comfort.
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