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Jean Jacoby Obituary
February 6, 1931 - August 12, 2025
Jean Lewis Jacoby, 94, died August 12, 2025 at Friendship House, Solvang. Born on February 6, 1931 in Olean, New York and raised in Jamestown, New York, she was the daughter of Pauline (Wildman) Lewis and Leland L. Lewis. She attended St. Lawrence University, University of Edinburgh, and The University of Montana, earning a BA and MA in Sociology.
Jean was a 60-year-resident of Lompoc where she (and husband Richard "Dick" Jacoby) played a prominent role in the community. She was politically active as a member of the Lompoc Democratic Club and The American Association of University Women. Her service to the community included volunteering with Friends of the Library, The Lompoc Museum, The Historical Society and Meals on Wheels as well as serving on the Lompoc Planning Commission and the Santa Barbara County Grand Jury. She was an enthusiastic supporter of the arts and was on the boards of The Lompoc Music Association and The Community Concert Association for many years.
Jean was a talented gardener and cook who entertained friends and family with great style. She was a keen bicyclist, hiker and book lover cherished for her generosity, creativity and service to others. Throughout her life she stood up for peace and social justice.
Jean was predeceased by husband of 66 years, Richard Jacoby. She is survived by daughter Leigh Jacoby, son Kam Jacoby, brother Arthur E. Lewis, and granddaughter Anna Jacoby-Heron. Donations may be made to The Lompoc Food Pantry.
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Jana and Red Hunking
September 6, 2025
Red and I were friends with both Dick and Jean for many years, and were hosted in their lovely hone for delicious meals that Jean made . Jean was a gracious quiet lady who had a fun, adventurous side to her also. She and Dick traveled the world together, riding their bikes through France one trip, which impressed me! She had many close friends in Lompoc , and one who moved back to Oshkosh, WI - Louise Baier who missed her a lot!
Our heartfelt sympathy to Kam, Leigh, Ann, and Brother Arthur.
Bonnie Durbano
August 31, 2025
So sorry family for your pain and loss. I played doubles tennis many years ago@Ryan Park with Jean. She was a kind person&a great tennis player! Bonnie Durbano
Leslie Thomson
August 28, 2025
I remember visiting their lovely Spanish style home one day with my mother, Lois Thompson. Our families were good friends and I admired this civic-minded couple for their artistic and social contributions to the community. Generous and intelligent, they were.
Jean Valencia McCauley
August 28, 2025
My parents had wonderful times with Dick and Jean Jacoby for many years in Lompoc. I loved seeing them at my folks house when I visited. Mrs. Jacoby was an intelligent and compassionate woman who I so enjoyed talking to. My sincere condolences to Kam and Leigh. Best, Jean
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