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Jacob R. "Jake" McCauley
1993 - 2020
Jacob R. "Jake" McCauley
1993 - 2020
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Jacob McCauley Obituary
Growing up in Park City, Jake learned to ski at age 3, and soon was skiing all over Park City Mountain Resort. Jake was on the Park City Kid's Race Team and eventually a ski instructor at Deer Valley Resort. Besides skiing, Jake water skied, wake boarded, body surfed in Maui, did Jiu Jitsu, boxing, and loved to spend time at the gym working out.
Jake's love was music and the performing arts; he could sing, dance, play the guitar, piano, drums, and even the trumpet. He was very comfortable and a natural on the stage. Jake was in the plays Oliver and The Wizard of Oz at the Egyptian Theater. Jake took singing, dance, and piano lessons from Tanya Taylor and was in many of her performances. Jake also did break dancing competitions with Dance Tech Studios for a few years. He loved writing music and lyrics for songs, and had many notebooks in his apartment, with numerous pages filled.
Jake graduated from Park City High School in 2011. After graduation, Jake attended the University of Utah and then Central Arizona College, where he received his welding certificate. Jake enlisted in the Army and was stationed in Vilseck, Germany for a couple of years. The highlight of his enlistment was a 6 week deployment through Eastern Europe, all the way to Georgia on the eastern edge of the Black Sea. Jake loved the Army and was very proud of his service and country. After Jake's service in the Army he returned to welding, first in Greeley, Colorado, and then in Silverthorne, Colorado.
Jake had a great personality; he was outgoing, dynamic, and friendly. His sparkling blue eyes and beautiful smile were captivating.
Jake will be missed by all.
A celebration of Jake's life will be on Tuesday, March 10, 2020 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City. Guests are encouraged to use the complimentary valet parking on the north side of the building. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at 11:00 am at Saint Mary's Catholic Church, 1505 White Pine Canyon Road, Park City. All are welcomed to attend the luncheon following Mass in the gathering room, adjacent to the church. The Rite of Committal will follow at the Park City Cemetery, 1300 Kearns Blvd, Park City. Please share your photos and memories with the family at www.starksfuneral.com.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity, in Jake's name.
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John
September 30, 2020
I apologize for using this page for a lost and found item .
Being a 10 year veteran when I found a bracelet with Jacobs name on it I decided I had to find the owner . I found it in the Truckee river I n California metal detecting .
My thought are with his family and you all .
My email is [email protected]
Mason West
March 11, 2020
I grew up with Jake McCauley, but had only spoken to him sparingly since high school. We had both joined the Army, but hadnt seen each other since.
I saw him at a bar in Park City over Thanksgiving and called out his name from afar, unsure if hed recognize me. He immediately stopped what he was doing and excitedly said hi. We hit the ground running and caught up, laughing and having a good time. We shared stories about being infantrymen, how much it sucked and how it was also the best job wed ever had. Seeing Jake was the highlight of my night, and I was so glad to see he was loving life and happy to be on his path.
Laurie West
March 11, 2020
The Wednesday service was lovely. At the luncheon, it was comforting to talk about Jake, hear stories from others and watch the wonderful slide shows - brought back lots of memories! Jake was always a smiley, energetic boy with his signature bright blue eyes & blonde hair. I remember him fondly from Cub Scouts, birthday parties and school activities with my son. Keith and Kathy - you are wonderful parents to Jake and I wish you comfort in the knowledge that he lived his life to the fullest.
Oscar Jessop
March 10, 2020
I had the opportunity to work with Jake drilling piers up in Colorado is a great guy in my perspective. Rest Easy friend God bless you.
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Bonnie & Tim Dickson
March 8, 2020
Kathy & Keith,
So very sorry to hear of Jake's sudden passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both at this most difficult time. No words can ease your sorrow. May the love of family and friends carry you through your grief.
Bonnie &
March 8, 2020
Kathy & Keith, So very sorry to hear of Jakes passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both at this most difficult time. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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