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Jacob Lykins Obituary
Jacob was born June 18, 1972, the son of Jack Lykins and Patricia (Platt) Hunter. Jacob was an award-winning athlete with Special Olympics where he participated in track and shot put.
Survivors include:
His father: Jack Lykins – Bryant, Indiana
His siblings: Jon Lykins (wife Stefanie) – Petroleum, Indiana
Russel Lykins (wife Keri) – Bryant, Indiana
Step-brother: Rich Hunter – Lafontaine, Indiana
Step-sister: Tadgie Hunter – Wapakoneta, Ohio
Several nieces and nephews
He was preceded in death by his mother, Patricia Hunter and 3 brothers, Lane Hunter, David Hunter and Jeremiah Lykins.
Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday at Antioch Cemetery, southeast of Portland with Pastor Phill Jellison officiating. Arrangements entrusted to Williamson-Spencer and Penrod Funeral Home in Portland.
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