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Jacob Durham Obituary
Murfreesboro - Jacob "Jake" Durham, left this life for his heavenly home on Monday January 6, 2020. He was born to Claudia and Tim Durham on February 23, 1981, He was a 1999 graduate from Oakland High School and 2003 graduate from MTSU.
He was preceded in death by grandparents, Al and Mildred, Durham, and Claude and Margaret Ward.
Besides his parents Jake is also survived by his brother, Adam Durham, aunts and uncles Judy Durham and husband Frank, Jim Ward and wife Bonnie, Don Durham and wife Trisha, cousins Abby Pollock and husband Jordan, and Emily Stout and husband Jacob, plus a large host of other family and friends from every walk of life. All who knew Jake loved him.
Jake began working auctions with his father and grandfather at the age of 10 before joining the firm full-time in 1999, becoming third-generation auctioneer and realtor with Durham Realty & Auction. He avidly supported the MTSU athletic program and was a member of the Blue Raider Athletic Association Jake was also an avid University of Tennessee fan, historian and politico.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made in memory of Jake to any animal shelter of your choice or locally to PAWS. Jake's love of his furry pals was well known especially his long-time canine companion Lady Grace Durham.
Visitation will be 4:00 to 7:00PM Wednesday at Woodfin Memorial Chapel. Graveside service will be 1:00PM Thursday at Evergreen Cemetery, Teb Batey will officiate. www.woodfinchapel.com
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Shawn Carstens
January 18, 2020
Dear Tim, Claudia and family, we are so sorry for your loss. All of us up in New York are praying for you. Wishing you comfort and solace. Love, Shawn Carstens, Robin Durham, Joel Durham Jr, Janice Durham
Dennis & Ginger Raffield
January 14, 2020
Tim & Claudia,
We just learned today of Jake's passing. So sorry for your loss. He and our oldest son graduated from Oakland HS together. It is such a tragedy and our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family.
We trust that you will find solace in your time with Jake and pray that God will comfort and guide you both through this difficult time.
Tammy (Shaw) Dixon
January 12, 2020
Tim and Claudia.....I am so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine how devastated you are. Please know I'm thinking of you both and sending my love and prayers.
RECIA Ferrell
January 10, 2020
Jake will be terribly missed by friends and Love ones. LB and I are Praying for piece and comfort for the Family. And God said we will meet our Love Ones in Heaven. Their will always be special memories you have of Jake. God Bless all of the families that are involved. Ferrells One Stop Exterminating, LB and RECIA FERRELL.
Mollie Slaybaugh
January 9, 2020
Mr. & Mrs. Durham and Adam,
I am saddened to learn of Jake's passing. I always enjoyed our interactions when I was in #106. His humor, love of dogs, and wittiness kept me on my toes.
May God wrap His loving arms around you and give you peace and comfort during this unbearable time.
Mollie
January 9, 2020
Dear Tim, Claudia and Adam,
Please know that Pallie and I have you in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. Jake was such a fine young man and so well respected in our community. Stay strong my friends!
David and Pallie
Jennifer Carvalho
January 9, 2020
I'm so sorry about yall's loss thanking of y'all love Jennifer carvalho Brad carvalho s
Little sister
Elsie Robinson
January 8, 2020
So sorry
Debbie Eaton
January 8, 2020
I just loved Jake, as did everyone. I watched him grow up with my nephew, Mason, and I enjoyed his effervescent personality. No one could make me laugh like Jake and Mason joking around together. They both had that same dry sense of humor, and they just played off of each other. Jake was a special person, and he will be missed by all those who knew him.
Tim, Claudia, and Adam, you have my love and prayers.
Rosemarie, Kurt and Eric Blum
January 8, 2020
Wishing for fortitude for all of you. Jakes was always so up beat and such a nice person. He will be missed by many in Murfreesboro.
Rhonda West Hale
January 8, 2020
Dear Claudia & Tim,
Please know that you are in my thoughts & prayers. May God hold you close during this heartbreaking time & give you a peace that only He can bring.
Lory and Phil Breckler
January 8, 2020
So sorry to hear of Jakes passing. He was such a nice person and colleague in the real estate business. Jake will be missed.Phil and Lory Breckler
Anita Nance Weatherspoon
January 8, 2020
Jake was such a friendly young person. I am so very sorry for your loss, and I am praying that God will wrap you in his arms and hold you tightly during this most difficult time. I'm sorry that I can't give you a hug myself, but I am in Texas for a family wedding. You will be in my thoughts and prayers for a long time.
January 8, 2020
Jake was a fine young man. So sorry for your loss. I am unable to come in person but my thoughts and prayers are with you, Tim, and all your family. Jerry Warrick
Randall Matlock
January 8, 2020
Tim & Claudia, May GOD give you folks a peace that passes understanding at this stressful time for your family.
Tom and Marilyn Newsom
January 8, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
January 7, 2020
Tim,you are in my prayer's and have my condolences.
Frank Black
South Beloit, IL.
Bill & Rita Shacklett
January 7, 2020
There are no words at a time like this. We are so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.
Wanda Raper Curtis
January 7, 2020
Claudia Tim and Jake, the Ward and Durham families - my heart just breaks for you all ...
My most sincere condolences - praying for comfort for you
January 7, 2020
Sam and I are saddened by Jakes passing. I can not imagine the pain and grief your family is experiencing. Our love and prayers are with your family as you grieve this precious life that is gone to soon. Kelly
Brenda Roberson
January 7, 2020
Dwight and I hope God will give you, Tim, Claudia and Adam, peace and understanding of his taking Jake to his heavenly home. Jake will be missed here on earth by all who knew him.
Gayle Johnson
January 7, 2020
So sorry to hear this, Jake was always such a kind and pleasant person to be around. Prayers for your family during this time.
Connie Huddleston
January 7, 2020
So very sorry to hear that Jake has left this earth. He was a fine young man.
Michael Allen
January 7, 2020
Sorry for your loss. May God give you, Claudia, and your family refuge, comfort, and peace during this time of grief.
Don Marchant
January 7, 2020
So sorry for your loss, praying the Family May rest in the peace of The Prince of Peace.
Mason Jones
January 7, 2020
I loved Jake as if he were my brother. We drifted apart over the years and it breaks my heart that I missed out on spending precious time with him. He is my oldest, dearest friend, and I will never forget the connection we shared. He knew me better than even my closest family and we shared a humor and connection that I will never share with anyone else. To Tim, Claudia, and Adam, you have my deepest sympathies. I wish I could have been there and I should have been there more. Jake helped me through some of the darkest times in my life and was there for me when no one else was. I will always love him for that. Jake, I love you, I have and do miss you now, and I hope to meet you again some day. Until then, rest well brother. I will always cherish your memory.
Jonelle Boggs Prince
January 7, 2020
My heart breaks over the death of Jake Durham and for his parents who I have known since their young adulthood. We do not expect to bury our children and I pray for them.
Amy Sias
January 7, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Jake was a sweet man who will be missed.
Tiffany Taylor
January 7, 2020
We are gonna miss that big smile and your sweet soul. Love you
Ronnie and Rosaline Knight
January 7, 2020
We dont have the words to express our sympathy but pray that God will strengthen and comfort you. Like many, we loved Jake. Rosaline and Ronnie Knight
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