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PHOEBE JACOBS Obituary

JACOBS--Phoebe. The officers and directors of The Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation (LAEF) mourn the passing of Phoebe Jacobs at age 93. She was our beloved friend who was dedicated throughout her long and distinguished life to jazz and jazz education, and to the workings of LAEF. She was an inspiration to all who knew her, and will be sorely missed. To Phoebe's son, Jerry Fella and his wife, Joanne, to her daughter, Susan Devens and her husband, George, and to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, we extend our most heartfelt condolences. Stanley Crouch, President

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Published by New York Times on Apr. 10, 2012.

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michael salem

May 5, 2012

I remember that wonderful lunch at the friars club with mercedes ellington when we discussed a possible fashionable hat parade in harlem. Sincerely,michael a salem,nyc

Darlene Gist

April 11, 2012

My deepest condolences to the family of Phoebe Jacobs. She gave more than a lot and her influence helped and mentored many... individually and collectively. A piece of her legacy lives in all who knew her. Every shared event was a celebratory and nurturing experience. Phoebe was authentic...a class act, and a big chunk of NYC history. I'm proud to have known such a Grand Lady. Thank you Phoebe, I will miss your presence immensely.

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