Richard W. Jacobsen Jr.

He was our leader at DSS, and we loved him, even when he threw the "fish" around the room for us to catch.

Jake took a professional and personal interest in me. He recruited me while as VP of the Chamber of Commerce to take a leadership role in welfare reform. As a result, Charlotte became the leader among the business community in making welfare reform work for both the clients and the workplace. What a visionary and advocate for those in poverty!!! His combination of brains and application skills was unrivaled. He also supported my biological search upon learning that I was the first child...

Richard was a good neighbor and a fascinating person with whom to have a discussion. Despite physical pain, he continued on as a true trooper.