Daniel Jacobs

Daniel Jacobs obituary

Daniel Jacobs

Daniel Jacobs Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by S.M. Finney Funeral Home, Inc. on May 13, 2025.

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Daniel Edward "Zedo" Jacobs, 85, of Port Vue, passed away on Tuesday, May 13th, 2025 at his home. He was born in North Braddock on June 9, 1939, to the late Stephen and Mary Elizabeth Jacobs. Daniel was the loving husband 55 years to the late Nancy Cole Jacobs. He is survived by his daughter Holly (George) Hartung of Port Vue, son Daniel (Nicole) Jacobs of Clairton, grandchildren Logan, Jace, and Hunter, as well as nieces, nephews, and friends. In addition to his parents and wife Nancy. Daniel was preceded in death by his brother S. Gilbert Jacobs and beloved dog Lynyrd. He was previously employed at U.P.S., was a Port Vue police officer, and worked at William H. O'Brian Construction. Daniel was trained as a Master Mechanic but was also a Jack-of-all-trades and a "Mr. Fix it", which he used to help many people in his life. He was a member of the Port Vue United Methodist Church and was also a Mason. Family and friends will be received on Thursday, May 15, 2025, from 2:00 - 4:00 P.M. and 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A service will take place Friday at the funeral home at 10:00 AM to be followed by interment at Jefferson Memorial Park. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

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