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Jane Jacobs Obituary
83 years old, died peacefully at home 9/19/10. Born in Chicago, she was a teacher in Rockford, IL for many years before retiring to Scottsdale. Her passion in retirement was playing bridge and traveling on cruises with family and friends. She is survived by her daughter Marla and grandson Mikel of AZ; her son, daughter in law, and granddaughter, Geoff, Cindy & Gwyn of IL and granddaughter Rebecca and great granddaughter Rhe'Anna of WI. Memorial services will be held 10/17/10 at 11 a.m. at Messinger Mortuary, 7601 E. Indian School Rd. in Scottsdale. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower Street, Phoenix, AZ 85014.
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Memories and Condolences
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Marcia Sistek
November 8, 2010
Marla and family
Your mom was a fun and challenging patient. Do they have bridge tables in heaven???
Dr Sistek
Lynn Thrasher
October 28, 2010
Marla and family,
Your mom was a great lady. I enjoyed doing her hair while Margiie was away and seeing her every week. She is missed.
Love, Lynn
October 13, 2010
Marla & Mikel, Please accept our sincere sympathy on the loss of your Mother and Grand-Mother. I know she loved you both so very much. Gracie Miligan & Martin Beavers
Marcy Gann
October 11, 2010
Marla, I don't have the words to express how sorry I am for your loss. If there is anything you need, please let me know. You are in my thoughts & Prayers. Love you.
Jean and Dave Alfredson
October 10, 2010
Dear Geoff and Cindy and family,
You have our deepest sympathy. May Christ's love bring you comfort at this difficult time. God be with you.
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