Dennis Jacob

Dennis Dean Jacob (Jake) of Emmaus, Pennsylvania passed away at age 70 on November 1, 2024 at Phoebe Allentown Healthcare Center. Cause of death was related to complications from a stroke suffered in 2022. Jake was born at home in Macungie, PA on March 3, 1954. He and ex-wife Karen founded, owned and operated J.A.K. General Contractor for more than 25 years. Jake balanced a strong work ethic with a care-free personality. He had a gambler's spirit about him and enjoyed watching football, playing pool and casino games; he would bet you a single dollar on just about anything under the sun just to make things interesting. He was an animal lover through and through and cherished pet companionship, most recently with dog Clova. He was big-hearted toward loved ones and would give the shirt off his back for a friend in need. His front door was always open and there was always a seat at the kitchen table for guests, as long as it wasn't his – he loved to host and socialize with close friends. One of the things he would always look forward to were summer vacations in Wildwood, NJ with family and friends. Those closest to Jake will remember him as a loving son, husband, father, friend, and neighbor.
Son of the late Evelyn (Butz) Jacob and Francis Jacob. Survived by son Ryan Jacob and ex-wife Karen Jacob. Preceded in death by sister Marlene (Jacob) Fizer and brother Larry Jacob. Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Dennis Jacob (Jake) can be made to Last Chance Ranch at 9 Beck Rd., Quakertown, PA 18951 or go to lastchanceranch.org.