White Plains, New York
SONTAG--Jacob Ross, 19, died January 18, 2016 after a long and difficult battle with Canavan Disease. Son of Richard and Heidi Sontag and Jordana and Gareth Holovach. Brother of Blair and Dean Sontag and Remi and Hailey Holovach. The funeral will be on Thursday, January 21st at 10:00am,...
Read MoreJacob I loved you from the moment I met you when I held you in my arms. Your light shone so bright and your smile lit up the room. You will live in my heart always.
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Peggy
January 25, 2016
This is heartbreaking and my heart goes out to all of Jacob's family...rest in peace sweet Jacob...you will remain in our hearts forever...sending love to all...baby James Bunton's Meme
Sandie McCall
January 23, 2016 | Englewood, FL
Richard, I was so sorry to hear this. Our sincere sympathy to you and all of Jacob's family. May his spirit soar. Margaret and Dennis Bowman
Margaret
January 23, 2016 | Millersburg, PA
I was first inspired by Jacob some 17 years ago, and continue to be so today, clearly along with many others. Being able to smile and laugh in the face of adversity is how I will remember him. Jordana & Gareth and Richard & Heidi and families have all done so many things and committed so much of themselves to help Jacob overcome the numerous challenges he encountered on his journey. The courage of Jacob and his family helped advance scientific and medical discoveries, an everlasting legacy...
Scott McPhee
January 19, 2016 | Chapel Hill, NC
Jacob's life shined and inspired everyone. Many were lucky to meet him in person and shared his love and joy for life and many others read about his courageous journey and his family' s battle to find a cure for Canavan Disease. Our heart is heavy with sorrow. We are grateful to have shared Jacob's journey since the beginning and honor the strong legacy that he left behind. He will be remembered for his and his family's great contribution to Canavan Disease long after he is gone. He will...
Paola Leone and Jeremy Francis
January 19, 2016 | Cherry Hill, NJ
R.I.P. Jacob ... soar high with your new wings. Sincerest condolences to the families from Alyssa Mushin's grandparents.
Allen and Sheila Mushin
January 19, 2016 | Orange, CT
Though I never met your handsome Jacob, his light will continue to grow and shine in many other Canavan children and young adults. My deepest condolences to you all. I am sending healing vibes and prayers in this time of loss. May his legacy live on forever!
Sophie-Shifra Gold
January 19, 2016 | Seattle, WA
Jacob, I see your bright light in Liam and your spirit will inspire us everyday. Thank you for being an inspiration sweet boy. Sending love.
Amy Heller/Fischer
January 19, 2016 | Midlothian, VA
My heart goes out to you as I remember the early days and hospital follow ups to the research we all participated in, the trip to Washington and the early NTSAD conventions. May you be comforted among the mourners of Zion, Baruch Dayan HaEmet.
Debby. Avi and Gershie Duitch/Brickner
January 18, 2016 | Jerusalem