Jacob Steven Bertucci

Jacob Bertucci Obituary

Bertucci, Jacob Steven (44)
Passed away Friday, August 15, 2003, a native of Harvey, LA and a resident of Los Angeles, CA for the past 20 years. Beloved son of Peter Bertucci and the late Helene Trupiano Bertucci. Brother of Kathleen Orgeron and John Bertucci. Uncle of Gina Ascher, Christina Bock and Lisa Bertucci. Grand uncle of William Ascher. Brother-in-law of Mary Wichterich Bertucci and Eldon Orgeron. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at St. Rosalie Catholic Church, Harvey, LA, on Monday, August 25, 2003, at 11:30 A.M. Visitation will begin at the church on Monday morning from 8:45 A.M. until the funeral time, with a Rosary Recital at 9:00 A.M. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. A Memorial Mass in Los Angeles, CA for Jacob Steven Bertucci will be scheduled by family members at a later date. In lieu of flowers, Masses preferred or donations to the American Cancer Society, 2200 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 214, Kenner, LA 70062 (1-800-227-2345). Mothe Funeral Homes, Inc. in charge of arrangements.

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Aug. 24, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Jacob Bertucci

7 Entries

Terry & Viola Bertucci

February 27, 2004

With our smpathy,we send our love. God bless your family.

Missy Middleton-Boughrara

October 14, 2003

To all of Jay's family, I'm so sorry for the loss of Jay. When I saw the obit on Jay I was shocked and full of sorrow, called my family members immeditely to alert them to this tragedy. Once I got through the initial shock and disbelief my next thought was: what a content and happy man that was depicted in the photo, obviously happy and fufilled at this point in his life. Jay was always so full of life and positive energy. My strong rememberences are of "HIS" variety shows that he directed, starred- in,choreographed etc. that we performed for any and all interested family/neighbors. I am proud to say that my first "work" was one of in Jay's first productions!! It is apparent from all the entries in this book that Jay continued to touch all ages, no small feat in this complex time. What a bitter-sweet situation that a true spirit would have such a big impact in a relatively short time on this earth. I for one am saddened and will miss Jay and keep him and his family in my prayers. However, there is a small but real part of me that is greatful to know that I now have Jay to pray to, to inspire me and to guide me through this journey. With all my love, Missy

Camille Middleton

September 24, 2003

Dear Bertucci Family and friends of Jay. When I first heard about Jay's sudden death, I thought that I had made an entry in this Guest Book only to find out that for some reason it did not "take". So here I am again. Jay and John Bertucci grew up in a house right down the street from where I lived with, Jack, my husband and our four children, Mark, Mike, Mack and Missy. Jay and John were a part of the Middleton family growning up in Gretna. Mr. Pete and Helene were good friends of ours also. I well remember Jay as a small boy....he was always into everything, ready to try anything......even at an early age he was a leader. Sometimes for good and sometimes....well you know kids! But, as sad as I was to learn about his way too early death, I take real pleasure in knowing that Jay had made a big success of his life. He had found what he wanted to do and got the education to do a very good job at teaching and, I think that was his real love. Jay has made a very large and positive impression on so many people both here in Louisiana and California. I know that his family is very proud of the man that Jay became. He found success and he found love.....so I say, that was a life well lived. Miss him. Camille Middleton aka [email protected]

Jennifer Terpstra

September 7, 2003

Dear Bertucci Family:

My son Jurrian and I had the privilege to know Jacob for over three years. He made an enormous difference in both our lives.

Jacob was a brilliant teacher, a concerned and loving mentor, and a wonderful man. We were blessed to have known him, and we miss him terribly.

Please know of our sincere condolences to all of Jacob's relatives and loved ones.

Jennifer and Jurrian

Harman Middleton

August 26, 2003

Dear Mr. Pete...

Kathleen & Eldon, John & Mary (and all Bertucci cousins),

My heart goes out to your family as you grieve the loss of your son. There was a time when he was my best friend; we shared so much excitement and adventure, just the 2 of us. I believed in Jay in my youth as I knew him well so many years ago. In retrospect, it seems clear that Jay was born to steal-the-show!

So now I recall Jay in fond memory, that fiesty boy with an un-defeatable zest for life. No-doubt, we will miss his presence among the living...

Like Jay, I too knew there was a better life for me "Over-the-Horizon". And I believe we will all be together with Him again.

The Peace of God's Love to you,

H.M. "Mack" Middleton

Diane (Molinario) Dalrymple

August 26, 2003

To the Bertucci Family,

I am very, very sorry for your loss of one of the most energetic, serious, fun-loving, driven, starried-eyed people that I have ever been blessed to know. I began to know Jacob well during our days with Junior Achievement. He would never let me do "just-good-enough". His spirit was to forget the brass ring and go after the diamond-studded platinum ring. But, he still knew how to have fun while working so hard. I will always remember his calls from AFI to talk about nothing and to talk about his films which meant the world to him. While I lost touch with my friend in recent years, I will never loose the touch of his special friendship and caring he left with me. The beacon that was and is Jacob will always shine. It has to because, thankfully, he would allow nothing less. And, may his light continue to guide us always. Thank you for sharing him with all of us.

Harman Middleton

August 25, 2003

Dear Mr. Pete, Kathleen & Eldon, John & Mary (and all Jay's cousins),

My heart goes out to your family. I believed in Jay as a youth as I knew him well so many years ago. Like he, I too knew there was a better life for me "Over-the-Horizon".

God's peace and love to you,

H.M. "Mack" Middleton

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