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Jacobs William E. Jacobs, died on September 30, 2013. He was born in Lima, OH on June 4, 1925, grew up in Columbus, Ohio and later lived in Dayton, OH, Philadelphia, PA, and Kent, OH before moving to Sarasota, FL. He recently moved to Columbus, OH. He served in the US Army for 3 years and was a Second Lieutenant in Japan with the Army of Occupation. He graduated from Ohio State University and Oberlin Graduate School of Theology and received Masters Degrees from the University of Pennsylvania and Kent State University. He was ordained as a United Church of Christ (UCC) minister in Dayton, OH and served at Pleasant Valley UCC for 5 years before being called as a campus minister to the Christian Association of the University of Pennsylvania and then Kent State University, New College and Ringling College of Art and Design. He was active in the civil rights and peace movements. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Lydia; four children, David (Joan), Stephen (Ellen), Christine (Michael), Lisbeth (Carl); six grandchildren, Paul (Lisa), Robin (Tim), Timothy, Abby (Chris), Karen (Ben) and Sam (Cady); as well as great grandson, Ian. His brother, Keith, also survives him as well as six nieces and a nephew. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, October 6 at 3 p.m. at North Congregational UCC, 2040 West Henderson Road, Columbus, OH 43220. A second memorial service will be held at St. Andrew UCC at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions to St. Andrew UCC, 6908 Beneva Road, Sarasota, FL 34238 or the United Christian Ministries of Kent State University, 1435 East Main St., Kent, OH 44240.

Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Oct. 2 to Oct. 3, 2013.
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I had the pleasure of working and worshiping with Jake for 4 years while a student at New College, and was lucky enough to have him perform my wedding. I will always remember his patience, tolerance, guidance, and most importantly his 'awful'ly corny jokes. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Amand Durbak

March 2, 2014

I was so sad to hear of Jake's passing last fall. I loved working with him at Ringling College in Liberal Arts and loved his daily stream of corny and funny jokes. He inspired so many - students, staff and faculty. When he retired, we were all very sad. All I can say is that I'm so glad to know that he's an angel now...he's always been one in my eyes, My sincere condolences to his family. xo

Kate Donahue

March 2, 2014

I had the privilege to work with Rev. Jake at Ringling College for many years. He loved all and fought to undo the injustices in the world. He certainly fought hard to leave this world a better place then he found it. He was much beloved and will be greatly missed.

Kelly Moselle

October 6, 2013

I am sorry for your loss Chris. You always spoke very highly and fondly for your father at work. I remember feeling this secret admiration for his standing up for what was just. God bless you and your family.
Karen Ormachea

October 4, 2013

I sorry to hear of Jake's passing, but will always delight in the wonderful memories I have of this wonderful person and personality. I'll always remember the jokes, the humor, the bike, the faith, the intelligence, the patience, the humanity. I learned so much from Jake, and it has been an honor to know and work with Jake at UCM and the IHS Singers at Kent State. May you all find peace in good the good memories of Jake.

Sue Otterson

October 4, 2013

A good man, a caring man has left this world for a peaceful place. Your sense of humor and your passion for what you wanted to accomplish will be missed. Rest well, Uncle Bill, rest well.

Debbie Holloway (Jacobs)

October 3, 2013

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