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Marshall Jacobs Obituary

JACOBS, MARSHALL, 82 of North Miami Beach passed away Monday November 10, 2008. He is the beloved husband of Lois Sakrais Jacobs. Loving father of Aileen (Michael) Leavitt and Edan (Lisa) Jacobs. Cherished grandfather of Brian, Jeannie and Jeremy. Marshall proudly served his country in the Navy during WWII. He went on to pitch minor league baseball and graduated with an Education Degree from the University of Miami. He was a beloved educator and mentor for Dade County Public Schools for 35 years. He also served as a swim coach and athletic trainer. He spent his summers as the waterfront director for several sleep away camps. After retiring in 1986 he devoted the next 7 years researching and writing a book titled Oblivion a non-fiction account of a missing West Point Cadet. He deeply touched so many lives and will be remembered forever by his family, friends and students. Chapel services 10:30 AM Wednesday at Levitt Weinstein Memorial Chapels 18840 West Dixie Highway, NMB, Fl. 305-932-2700 To visit this Guest Book Online, go to www.MiamiHerald.com/obituaries.

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Published by the Miami Herald on Nov. 11, 2008.

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Stuart Weinstein

September 24, 2025

Thank you for the many students you taught coached and mentored.

Susan Ritter

November 14, 2008

So sorry to hear about Mr. Jacobs. I had him as a teacher at Norland and he always inspired me to do better.

Bea Deutcher

November 14, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My heartful Condolences.

Jonathan Kingsley

November 11, 2008

I am sorry to hear about "Mr. Jacobs" passing. He was an inspirational teacher and a great role model when I was at NMB High School in the early 80's. I remember his lessons and wisdom frequently. May his memory be a blessing to the Jacobs family and all that knew him.

carole amster

November 11, 2008

Lois,

I was very sorry to hear about Marshall. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Stay strong.

Robert Fenton

November 11, 2008

Marshall was my swimming coach in Miami where he inspired honest competition and stressed character building over winning. He will be missed. May he rest in peace.

Helen Weisberg

November 11, 2008

Our memories of Marshall go way back beginning with the discussion group where he added so much. A strong ,vital, handsome man who was always interesting to be with. Who taught our children. Many fond memories. Helen & Mac

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