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DEWEY JACOBS Obituary

DURAND "DEWEY"
F. JACOBS, PhD
Sept. 28, 1922 - March 2, 2013
Dr. Durand (Dewey) Jacobs moved to Redlands, California in 1977, to become the first Chief of Psychology Service at the Jerry L. Pettis Veterans Administration Hospital, where he served until 1990. Previously, he was Chief of Psychology at four different VA Hospitals, including the VA in Brecksville, Ohio from 1961-1973, and at the consolidated Brecksville / Wade Park VA Hospitals in Cleveland, Ohio from 1973-1977. At the age of 90, after a long illness, he died at the Loma Linda Veterans Administration Hospital.
His accomplishments, inspiration and legacy live on in the difference he has made in the many lives he touched through his guidance, caring, counsel, mentoring, teaching, research, leadership and laughter. Born in Chicago, Illinois and raised in Michigan, he received his BS and Masters degrees from the University of Michigan; served in the United States Army from 1942-1946, and received his PhD from Michigan State University.
A Diplomate in Clinical Psychology, American Board of Professional Psychology, he was a professor of Psychiatry at Loma Linda University Medical School, and during his career, held academic appointments at 12 universities and colleges. He authored over 60 professional publications, and presented papers at over 150 conferences and symposia nationally and internationally. He was Chairman, Committee on Standards for Providers of Psychological Services, 1975-1980; President of the California State Psychological Association in 1989; 1st Vice President of the National Council on Problem Gambling from 1991-1999, and for the past 40 years, was directly involved in treatment, training of health professionals and research on addictive behaviors. In 1972, Dr. Jacobs was instrumental in establishing the first inpatient treatment program for compulsive gamblers. He published The General Theory of Addictions in 1982, a ground-breaking model for understanding and treating addictive patterns of behavior, and focused his subsequent research on underlying risk factors such as early childhood trauma and the prevention and treatment for adolescent and high risk populations.
He received the Herman Goldman Foundation Award for his "dedication, support and continuing research efforts highlighting the consequences of compulsive gambling on families and youth." In 1995 he was honored by the Harvard Medical School, Division on Addictions for lifelong achievements in the study of youth gambling. In 2003, Dr. Jacobs was recognized by The International Centre for Youth Gambling and High Risk Behaviors at McGill University for pioneering contributions to the field of youth gambling; and by the University of Nevada for lifelong contributions to gambling research and policy.
Active in his Redlands community, he was a two-time president of both the Loyal Knights of the Round Table and of of the Torch Club. He also served as president of the Fortnight Club. He was a member of the Labyrinth Committee at the University of Redlands (2002-2004) and a member of the Board of Directors, Friends of the Edward-Dean Museum, Cherry Valley. He was a citizen of the world who loved traveling, fishing, big water, mountains and the great outdoors.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 63 years, Lenore Sobel Jacobs; daughter Beth J. Gillispie and husband Steve; sons William W. Jacobs and wife Linda, and Timothy Jacobs and wife Peggy; 10 grandchildren: Samantha, Aubrey, James, Elaina, Jessica Jacobs; Sean, Carrie, Daniel Gillispie; Phelan and Sasha Wyrick; great-grandchildren Valory and Abraham Wyrick; and countless colleagues and cherished friends.
The family welcomes friends and colleagues to participate in a tribute to celebrate his life at the Jerry L. Pettis Veterans Administration Hospital, Main Auditorium, on Saturday, March 16, 2013, at 2.p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Durand F. Jacobs Endowment, International Centre for Youth Gambling Problems and High-Risk Behaviors, McGill University, 3724 McTavish, Montreal, Quebec H3A1Y2.

Published by Redlands Daily Facts on Mar. 10, 2013.
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Affectionately, John Lowenfeld, Ph.D., ABPP

March 26, 2013

Our deepest condolences to you, Nori, and the family.Our hearts go out to you.
We are so grateful getting to know you last September at the Round Table Convention.We keep very nice memories of the afternoon at your home.
Love to you.
José and Nigma Cijntje.
Curaçao,Dutch Antilles.

March 25, 2013

Dear Norie,
I think the world of Dewey and I am saddened to hear of his passing. I have such fond memories of spending time with him at the VA and celebrations at your lovely and loving home. I am certain I am not alone in saying we were all were lucky to have known such a smart, warm and kind person. My heart goes out to you. You are in my thoughts. Much Love, Sara (Sutkin) Wick

Sara Wick

March 17, 2013

Dr. Jacobs was my first psychology professor. He was an inspiring teacher with the common touch. His early influence encouraged my own career as a psychologist. Thank you Dewey! J. W. Siddall, Ph.D.

March 17, 2013

I had the opportunity to train at the VA Brecksville. Dewey's leadership there -- and his leadership of a then rather fledgling profession -- has been a signal contribution to its growth and to the welfare of those served.

Sandra (Sandy) B. McPherson, PhD, ABPP
Clinical and Forensic Psychology

March 17, 2013

Norie - I was so sorry to hear about Dewey's death. LaFaye was kind enough to let me know. What a long and fruitful life and what an outstanding man! We certainly missed him in Cleveland after you folks moved to the West Coast. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Lynne Rustad

March 16, 2013

dear norie and family sorry i cannot attend memorial, i am having 3 stents put in the right side of my heart tomarrow and will be in the hospital on saturday. i have such fond memories of all the meals we had together and the brief stop overs to visit and occasional overnight stay where we really got to visit as well as the many conferences we attended together and of course the hairpins trip that i remembered you in australia, you know dewey will be missed and i will come see you next trip to california love mike and michelle

March 14, 2013

Dewey was a "mensch," a righteous and honest man. His gentleness and guidance were always appreciated. His brilliance was admired. Rest, dear loved friend.

Lucy & Gary Negin

March 10, 2013

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