Jacob L. Townsend

I am Jake´s Aunt. Although I only knew him for a short time, I always enjoyed being around him. He brought this energy and fun with him. He never sat by himself at family gatherings. He was always engaging in conversation with others. I liked his wittiness, sense of humor, and ability to talk with anyone. He naturally gravitated toward the younger kids especially. He had a talent for organizing their games, settling little disputes and encouraging them. I know they looked forward to seeing him and playing their "Jake games." Whenever we visited, the kids always asked when Jake was coming over. He will be missed for so many reasons. I pray that he can see how truly loved he was by so many. Until we meet again...Love Aunt Julie

Jacob, my brother, he always loved to push people to achieve greater. Weather it be in video games, the gym, a struggle mentally or something else, he wanted to see you reach new heights. He adored games that pushed him to the limits, at younger years, Terraria, then Fortnite, eventually leading into Hollow Knight, and then into other souls like games, naturally including Dark Souls, Sekiro, Elden Ring and others. Most recently, he'd speak of how he absolutely adored a game called Rain World. He loved the exploration aspect of the game. That everything felt like you had to discover the world within. In memory of him, I'll be playing the game, as I originally didn't when he recommended it to me. I will learn his love for the game and seek to enjoy it the way he did. Touching on topics that others have, While we were younger, like 7 or 8, we'd create little games together as we played in our grandparents' backyard. The most memorable of the ones we created were just some silly games where we pretended to be Dragons, or Wolves. I have slight memories of a game where I was a nine tailed fox. A white one. Though I don't remember much else. There were other games that we played inside, where we'd lift the mattress up on the top bunk and make a "nest," again as dragons, and we'd drink Faygo Red Pop as some kind of Dragon power up. So goofy, but it was fun. We also loved to play fight all the time, even in our adult years. Although I enjoyed it much more when I was younger because I used to be stronger than him. As he got older, he loved to get in depth about reasons why people do what they do, and would talk to me for hours into the night, talking about things with relationships, family, feelings, thoughts, etc. Picking apart reasons for why those things happened, how it made him feel, thoughts that came from those things and so on. I enjoyed having those conversations with him, and I'll miss not having those conversations with him anymore. I'll miss sharing topics and interests, and all in all, I'll miss him. - Angela Townsend

We are so sorry for the loss of a such a promising life cut short from this earth.

Jake was an amazing cousin for the time that I knew him. He was a bright person when he was having fun. He will be missed by all who knew him. But we will all remember the good times with him that we did have.

Jacob was such a wonderful, fun young man. He was a good cousin to my kids and always had a hug for me when we saw each other. He will be greatly missed. -Aunt Kate

We are so sorry to hear about Jacob. It was so nice to see him at our party in Oct. May God continue to carry the family and friends in His loving arms of protection. Paul & Annette

Your animation and high energy were infectious, and you brought us so much happiness and laughter. You were our perpetual motion machine and we miss you deeply--but one glorious day the circle will be unbroken.
'till then, with much love,
Granddad, and Grammy Townsend

I met Jake for the first time at Thanksgiving in 2022. My first impression of Jake is still the same as it is today- that impression being that "this guy seems like fun and the life of the party". He only proved I was right by goofing around with his little cousin Zachary who adored him dearly. All his cousins did. He was amazing with his cousins and always knew how to include people in his fun and games- and he NEVER made anyone feel left out. Him and I talked a lot about video games because we played so many of the same games, but we also had conversations on life and other serious matters. He was a good listener and a good talker. He was, and will be, loved and missed more than he would ever understand. We love and miss you, Jake.

I´m his cousin Megan, and I know that he will be dearly missed. We would always hang out with him in our Grandmas basement and play games. He had such a good bond with my older brother Nathan and younger cousin Zachary. When Zachary went to bed, Me, Nathan, Emma, and Jake would always have these deep discussions about controversial topics and about our opinions on certain issues. The depth that Jake brought to those conversations is almost indescribable. We may have had different beliefs on particular questions, but we always kept an open mind. Miss you forever. Love, Megan.

I am Jake´s cousin, me and my sister always loved when he came over. He created games that all the kids enjoyed and made it equal for everyone. He always brought a spark of light to every game. Jake and us teenagers would have philosophical discussions which were always interesting. One of my favorite memories is playing Dark Souls and him coaching me along the way. I know we all looked up to him. He will be truly missed.

Jacob was among one of the most cool and encouraging friends I have ever had. I´ll always remember the memories I´ve made with him. He was always encouraging and able to push his friends and family to the best they can do. I´ll never forgot all of the times he pushed me to achieve while we were at the gym. May he find peace with his lord and savior.

I went to High School with Jacob, he was always caring of how others felt and friendly, may his soul rest in peace.

Jacob was a very kind and funny friend. He helped me through tough times and then he became one of my best friend. My whole condolences go to the family

Jacob was such a a cool coworker. And he loved all the residents so much. You will be missed.

Jacob was the son of Melissa and Zachary Townsend, siblings where Angela and Isabella. Grandparends,Ricky and Barbara Blankenship, Bruce and Gail Townsend.
Jacob this summer made sure he knew where he would spend eternity, and got baptized shortly there after.
He loved going camping with me and throughout his life we had many vacations doing so. But this year he choose as an adult, to still come to family camp, and was special, because he got his eternal security set in stone.
So I know now he is with his mother Melissa and sibling Jenna and other grandparents who went to glory ahead him.
Our hearts are broken, but it's not goodbye. It's until we meet again.
Love ya Jake, see ya. Love Grandma Blankenship

Jake always brought a positive energy to family gatherings. We will all miss you.

The kids loved Jake and his "Jake games". We miss you so much.

Just this past week, before we knew he was gone, Emma, Zachary and I were talking about "Jake Games" - games Jake would improve or even invent for all of the cousins to play. The cousins looked up to him so much and would light up whenever he arrived excitedly shouting "Jake's here!" He always made sure to include Zachary and not make him feel too little to play, while still leading fun games for all of the cousins. He will be missed more than words can convey.

Jake always took time to play with our kids, and organize games with them and their cousins. They all looked up to him. He will be missed.

Tony

Jacob, you are truly missed! Love, Diane

Jacob, you are the funniest person I know, and I will always love you for giving me the happiest moments in my darkest times.

Jacob, you are truly missed. We love you!