John Lawrence Jacobs

John Lawrence Jacobs obituary, Cincinnati, OH

John Lawrence Jacobs

John Jacobs Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Weil Kahn Funeral Home on Jan. 15, 2026.
John Lawrence Jacobs, age 84, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025 in Cincinnati, Ohio.

He was born on October 23, 1941, in Queens, New York to the late Adrian and Arlene (Hollander) Jacobs.

John was an accomplished salesman and well respected mentor who shared his knowledge and experience. He loved time in the sun and enjoyed beach vacations with his family, which always included the best restaurants and delicious food.

He had a special love for his pets, who brought him great joy throughout his life.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Dolores (nee Puehl) Jacobs.

Devoted father to Brad Jacobs and Melissa (Gary Davies) Wolf. Loving grandfather to Emma, Jayne, Sam and Kate Davies. Dear brother to Richard Jacobs.

John will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
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8350 Cornell Road, Cincinnati, OH 45249

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