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Jacob Taylor Van Zant
1992 - 2013
Jacob Taylor Van Zant
1992 - 2013
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BORN
1992
DIED
2013
Jacob Van Zant Obituary
Jacob is survived by his father Rod Van Zant of River Forest, and mother Cathie (Allen) Stafford of Forest Park, as well as siblings Jamielynn (Chris) Costello, Jessica (Mike) Castronova, and Presley, Allen "A.J.", Mackenzie and Abigail Stafford; and grandparents James and Linda Myrtle. He was the Godchild of John Tidd, Ronnie Taylor and Gloria Bak. Jacob was a very dear nephew and cousin to many, and a friend to countless others.
Jacob was preceded in death by his grandparents Charles and Doreen Van Zant.
A visitation will take place Thursday February 7th, 2013 at Woodlawn Funeral Home, 7750 W. Cermak Rd, Forest Park from 3-9 PM, with a funeral service beginning at 7PM. Cremation rites will be accorded privately at Woodlawn Crematory. For further information or to leave condolences contact Woodlawn Funeral Home: 708-442-8500 or www.woodlawnchicago.com
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AnnaMarie Kohs
February 19, 2013
Always in our hearts <3
Veronica Goff
February 8, 2013
I ran across the loss of Jake on Facebook and wanted to say how very sorry I am.
I know it's been years, but I just wanted to express my sympathies-he sounds like he was truly amazing.
Veronica Goff
jessica leonard
February 7, 2013
"Shine on you crazy diamond"
Darlene and Amy Liston
February 7, 2013
Thank you Jake for being such a good friend to Danny. We will all miss you. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. There is a bright new star in the sky...
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Joanne tricoci
February 7, 2013
So sorry for your loss.
K Jones
February 7, 2013
This candle burns eternally for you... All my love
Kimmy Jones
February 7, 2013
Jakey-pooh.. I don't know where to start... This is almost too much for me to wrap my head around. It doesn't feel real.. I keep hoping ill wake up and find out it was all just a terrible nightmare. You were taken too soon.. but your contagious smile and laugh will live on in our hearts. I hope you have found peace and your place with God... and that you help bring peace to your family. Watch over them sweet angel, they need you now more than ever. Protect them and guide them through their journey of life... You are so loved! I'll be seein' you... xoxo
jessica leonard
February 6, 2013
I remember going to Aunt Pats and Uncle Rons and Jake always there, hanging out with Henry. He was so nice. Very welcoming. He will me missed by so many people. We may have lost touch but he was still such a loving person.
Tia Marr
February 6, 2013
I was Jake's dean while he was a student at OPRF. Such an amazing kid. He will definitely be missed. My thoughts and prayers go to the family for this very difficult loss.
Patricia McNulty
February 6, 2013
I remember Jake as a cute little guy, always smiling, playing outside my home on Lathrop Avenue in FP. God bless you and your family in such a trying and sad time.
Sarah VenHorst
February 6, 2013
I was Jake's counselor at OPRFHS and enjoyed every moment, even the difficult ones, while working with him. He was a kind soul and good human. I will miss you, Jake and my heart aches for the loss of your family.
Kelly Goress
February 5, 2013
Jake was a very kind hearted and gentle person. Ive known him most of his life, and he has the same smile and laugh now as he did i when I met him. The type of smile that could brighten a day or make u burst into laughter. He had the most infectious laugh- he could always make me giggle just from him laughing. He is very loved and will be missed dearly. My thoughts and prayers go out to his entire family during this very difficult time. Many Condolences From the entire Goress Family
Brendan Lee
February 5, 2013
I taught Jake as a freshman at OPRF. Those of us who taught him here at OPRF are deeply saddened at hearing of the loss of Jake. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. He was a very polite and kind young man and I will never forget his smile.
Jean Schneider
February 5, 2013
I will never forget when i first met Jake... He had such an infectious Smile. He always made me laugh.. He will be greatly missed. Love you Jake.
February 5, 2013
Jake has always owned a special place in my heart. My condolences to the entire family.
Sue Giblin
Jamielynn Costello
February 5, 2013
Not only were you my baby brother, but my best friend. You were here for me when I needed you most. Stepped up and played a huge role in Jisela's life when she needed it the most. I miss our talks and I miss you coming over to visit me and the girls. Jisela and Justina are so blessed to have had an uncle like you. My life has forever changed and I will never be the same again. I love you baby brother and I will see you later. God has a beautiful angel.
Diane Dormeyer
February 5, 2013
I will always remember Jake and hope that your memories will comfort you and family and faith sustain you during this sadness.
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