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1929
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2020
Moses Jacobs Obituary
Ocala - On Sunday, November 22, 2020, Ocala sadly lost a strong pillar of our community, Moses Jacobs, who passed away at 91 years old. Moses Jacobs was a loving husband and father of five children. Moses was born on November 5, 1929, in Marion County, Florida to Jake and Amelia Jacobs. On June 25, 1950, he married Althea Loretta Campbell. They lovingly reared four daughters and one son in Ocala through lots of determination and hard work.
Moses highly supported education for his wife, children, grandchildren, and several others through his many sacrifices. Moses also had a passion for gardening and volunteering. He spent many early morning hours gardening as this was one of his loves. He also spent just as many hours giving back to his community and to many people in the community through donating food, money, and time to help anyone in need. He was known for his quick wit, his infectious smile, and his kind and compassionate spirit.
He is survived by his wife Althea, five children, Rachel (James), Kenneth (Luisa), Delano (Earl), Kecheta (Kenneth M), and Angela (Frank), 10 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren, and two god-children. He is also survived by several loving brothers and sisters: Patricia Gaither, Mary Lou Lynum, Rudolph Jacobs, Cornell (Corine) Jacobs, Almeta Williams, Isaiah Jacobs, Annie Mae Shuler, Loretta Jacobs, Beverly Cox, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and loving friends.
Moses' lifelong mission was that of helping those in need and encouraging everyone to get an education. His legacy will live on in the hearts and minds of everyone he interacted with, as well as those lives he touched but never met. A private graveside service will be held for children and siblings.
Moses Jacobs was a kind, compassionate, and loyal soldier of God. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that any monetary donations be contributed to the Deacon Moses Jacobs Scholarship Fund. A donation to his memory will continue by his tradition of helping those in need. Donations can be made by either:
Checks/money order: Mail to Mt. Canaan Missionary Baptist Church; P.O. Box 3697, Belleview, FL 34421.
Use Master Card, Visa, or Discover: Givelify.com, download the app; select Mt. Canaan MBC 848 SE 58th Ave.; Ocala, FL 34474.
Important: Please note that your donation is for the Deacon Moses Jacobs' Scholarship Fund.
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Demetra Roberts
November 28, 2020
God bless the Jacobs & extended family. Love and prayers from your extended family in St. Louis, Mo. Supt. Johnie Roberts & Lady Demetra Roberts
Tammy+David Lee Swann Upatoi,Ga.
November 27, 2020
Dearest Rachel,James+Jacobs Family+Friends, We are so sorry to hear of y’all’s loss.We are Praying for each of you now and days to come. Please Lean on Our Savior for understanding. Sending Prayers,Love,and Hugs across the miles we pray y’all feel them.
Tara Morgan Johnson
November 27, 2020
My deepest condolences and prayers to my Jacobs’ family. May Cousin Moses Rest In Peace.
Lillie Brown-Smith
November 27, 2020
To The Jacobs Family: My deepest sympathy for the family at this most difficult time. May God grant you all peace knowing Big Mose was an inspiration and help to many and always kept you laughing . Rest easy Big Mose in Heaven
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Sylvia and Dec. Jesse Jackson and family
November 26, 2020
To Althea, Rachel, Kenneth, Dellanor, Kerchita, Ann, and the Jacobs family: We were heartbroken to hear about Deacon Jabcobs' demise. He was indeed a pillar of the community. I remember vividly how Deacon Jacobs ( and Althea) would clean the church yard for many years and clean out the Pool which was located on the side of the Church (Mt. Canaan Baptist Church) whenever there was a baptism there (during the 1950's). He also provided us (the community) with food giveaways and his famous greens , pecans etc. He was very active in church and as a Deacon would often pray during devotion, always spearheaded fund raisers , and even sang his song Just A Closer Walk With Thee in the choir. He participated in most if not all programs we had at church and always had a great sense of humor. We will always remember and love him and express our condolences to the Family. May God continue to Bless and keep you is our prayer. Sleep on Dec. Jacobs, take your rest, we loved you but God Loved you Best.
Sadie faye gaston Hughes
November 26, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Stacy Barton
November 25, 2020
Angela and family...
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
I'm so very sorry for your loss. May your sweet daddy rest peacefully.
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