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Jacob Courchaine Obituary
Jacob was currently a freshman attending Harwood Union High School in Duxbury where he was enrolled in the Pre-Tech Outreach program through the Barre Technical Center. In his spare time, Jacob enjoyed riding his dirt bike, ATV, snow machine and BMX bicycle, fishing, hunting, woodworking and listening to a wide variety of music.
Jacob is lovingly remembered as a young man who enjoyed his family and friends, being outdoors, and will be deeply missed.
Jacob is survived by his dad, Jeffry Courchaine, and his companion, Ann May, of Waterbury; his mom, Valerie Illsley, and her husband, Jeremy, of East Braintree; his sister, Amber Courchaine, of Middlesex; his brother, Hunter Illsley, of East Braintree; his paternal grandparents, Ann Courchaine, of Fayston, and Phillippe Courchaine, of Walden; his maternal grandmother, Louise Sherman, and her husband, Kenneth, of Williamstown; as well as aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family.
Private graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family. Other service arrangements are pending. For those who wish, memorial gifts would be appreciated to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (www.afsp.org). To send online condolences please visit us at www.perkinsparker.com and Facebook. Assisting the family is the Perkins-Parker Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Waterbury.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jacob Courchaine
Janie Johnson
October 31, 2019
Jacob will always be remembered with love by all of The Courchaine Family & all who knew him. I do not live in VT, but I love Granny Annie & I support her in always remembering Jacob in her heart every day.
Michelle Livingstone
December 10, 2011
Jeff,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
I'm Free
December 8, 2011
December 7, 2011
December 7, 2011
Jake,
its been really hard in pto without u. not a day goes by that i dont think about you. we all miss you soo much...
December 2, 2011
Jacob,
i miss you man, we will meet again someday.
you were a good friend to everyone.
at least i know your in a happier place and that you dont have to worry about anything.
November 29, 2011
November 29, 2011
the big one on Blush hill
Jacob
November 28, 2011
November 28, 2011
Jacob,
Missing you and loving you..forever.
Love,Grannie Annie
keinzie sage
November 17, 2011
i'm so sorry for your loss, jacob touched everyone he met. No one will ever be able to replace him, ever. Even though he's not here with us, he'll be in our hearts. If you ever need anything at all please let me know<3
Deanna and Howie Gibbs
November 10, 2011
God Speed Jacob!!! May you rest in peace.
Gwen Devine
November 6, 2011
Jeff, Anne, and Amber,
I was profoundly sad to hear of Jacob's untimely passing. His warm smile and friendly attitude endeared him to his classmates and myself. When I ran into him recently, it brought back fond memories of his third and fourth grade years with me at Thatcher Brook. I was truly honored to have been a part of his life. I will cherish the memories of those days forever. My deepest sympathy is extended to all of you at this trying time.
Ken Page
November 6, 2011
Dear Jeff and Family,
I only had the good fortune to work with Jacob during his 5th and 6th grade years. After that time, I left Crossett Brook for the VT. Principals' Association. When Jacob occasionally would "meet" with me, he would be honest, forthright and genuine. Clearly there was just something about him that made him very likeable and a good friend to many. Please know and be comforted by the fact that he touched many lives and that he will remain in our hearts forever.
Ken Page, former Crossett Brook MS principal
Rod Ely
November 6, 2011
Dear Jeff and family, i am very sad to hear of the loss of Jacob, my heart and prayers are with you. I never met Jacob, what a handsome young man, I am sure you are very proud of him, although he left us too early in life.
Julie Dolloff-Ironside
November 5, 2011
Jeff and Family, Our family was sadden to hear of our loss of Jacob. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
The Dolloff Family.
November 4, 2011
my prayers r with u and your familly my son went to school with jacob , and he is in so much pain now , i just hope and pray that everyones heart will heal and life will go on . my son never got to say goodbye and iam going to say that for him now. rip jacob friends for ever til we meet again
Diana and Luther Putnam and family
November 4, 2011
Jeff, Amber, Ann and family,
We are so deeply sorry for the loss of Jacob. Our hearts are deeply saddened for all of you. Sending prayers through this difficult time.
Deb Sweeney
November 4, 2011
Dear Jeff,
I am so sorry for your deep loss. It was an honor to teach your son at Crossett Brook Middle School. He made me smile on so many occasions and, despite how sad this is, I still smile when I think of him.
I have been and will continue to pray for you and your family as you go through this very trying time. May God grant you peace and strength.
November 4, 2011
My sincere condolence to the Courchaine family ,,,,
Jennifer Jennison
November 4, 2011
To Family & Friends of Jacob,
So terribly sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers are with you.
November 4, 2011
Annie and family - I am so very, very sorry for the loss of your precious boy. Breaks my heart. My love to all of you. Cheryl Edwards
Pierre Trepanier
November 4, 2011
Jeff and Family my deepest condolences for the loss of your son Jacob. My prayers are with you and your family. If there is anything I can do call me.
Ed and Kelly Edwards
November 4, 2011
Dear Jeff and Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved son, Jacob. There is no greater or devastating loss than the loss of a child. We know how badly you are suffering, as we lost our beloved son Sam last year. May the love and support of your family and friends sustain you in the days, weeks and months ahead. Please let us know if we can help you in any way.
Our Deepest Condolences,
Marcia Sweet
November 4, 2011
Dear Jeff and family,
My deepest sympathy. from Marcia at the cafe.
Damienne Condict
November 3, 2011
My lovely Marie,
I am so sorry that this happened to you and your family. Just remember Jacob will always be watching over you and your Dad. He will never be forgot by anyone, and although you feel like nothing will ever get better, things do. Not as good as they used to be, but your pain will ease a little bit at a time. Your daughter won't know her Uncle Jake, but your memories can let her. I love you babygirl.
Scott & Lisa Carpenter
November 3, 2011
Jeff and Amber,
Words can't express how saddened we are to hear of your loss.
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Tom Hanson
November 3, 2011
Jeff and Family, My sincerest Condolences
Christine Blais/Hough
November 3, 2011
Parents and family of Jacob; We are so sorry for your loss. Jacob will be in our memory and our hearts forever. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers. Christine and Shelby
Damon
November 3, 2011
Courchaine & extended family,
Our thoughts are with you all at this very difficult time. There are no words to express how deeply sorry we all were to hear of Jacob's passing. May he live on within all of you and his spirit surround you all as you try to understand the unexplainable. Cullen has fond memories of Jacob as he does for your whole family.
~Trevor, Johnni, Cullen & Siena Damon
Peter duMoulin
November 3, 2011
Jeff, Ann, and Amber; I was so shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. You are all in my thoughts.
November 3, 2011
Jeff & family, we are so sorry. Hang onto all the wonderful memories because they will carry you thru. We are there for you if you need anything.
John & Berti Klee
November 3, 2011
Your son took the time to embrace our son into this community. We will never forget his kindness and are deeply saddened by this great loss. We are praying for comfort, strength, and peace for all of you during this time.
The Shaws
Barbara Carpenter
November 3, 2011
Hey Jeff I'm so sorry wish I was there to help I'm thinking of you and your family my heart is with you
karen haskins
November 3, 2011
jeff , I'm so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If you need anything you know you can count on anyone in my family we wil always be there for you. Hakins Family
Randy,Robin & Brandon Guyette
November 3, 2011
Jeff and Ann I am so so sorry about Jacob I have been thinking of you everyday since it happened our prays and thoughts are with you
November 3, 2011
Dear Jeff and Family,
We are so very sorry to hear
of your loss, Thoughts and Prayers
to all of you.
The Quinns
November 3, 2011
We send our love and support to Ann Louise, Jeff and Amber.
-- Jackie and George Borecky, Milford, PA
Gordie
November 3, 2011
Jeff & Ann,
I'm so very sorry for the loss you've experienced. I'll always remember Jacob as the cute little boy with the great smile waiting for his hot chocolate in every morning in the factory outlet. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sonny and Vicky Sanborn
November 3, 2011
Jeff, Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time and in the days ahead. Treasure the special memories you have, hold them close to your heart forever. We are here for you, now and always.
With Love, Sonny & Vicky
The Perry Family
November 3, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Jennifer Sumner
November 3, 2011
May the love of friends and family help you through this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you all. Jennifer and James Sumner Jr.
Marty Wells
November 3, 2011
Jeff,
Thinking of you man. I'm praying for you and your family. And know that your family here at GMCR is also my freind.
God Bless
Matthew Crosby
November 3, 2011
Jeff & Family - my heart and prayers go out to you during this difficult time. I met Jacob only a few times and he was always smiling and courteous. We're all thinking of you and sending strength.
Ryan McCormick
November 3, 2011
To Jacob's family: My most sincere condolences go out to all of you. Thoughts are with you at this time of need.
Sue Premore
November 3, 2011
To Jacob's Family,
It has been many years since Jacob was here at Thatcher Brook Primary School but I remember him with fondness. He was a wonderful, beautiful boy and it saddens me that he is gone. My prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
With sincere condolences,
Sue Premore
Michele Whitcomb
November 3, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
November 3, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sheila Seymour
November 3, 2011
Jeff And Amber and Family.. Jacob was so very nice. I feel privileged to have had him enter my life. He was one of my favorites. I always looked forward to having him come in and getting his hair cut and to share some of his life. I am going to miss his big smile and sharing with him. Let me know if there is anything i can do. I feel so very sad for all of you... Love Sheila
Paul Parsons
November 3, 2011
Dear Amber and Jeff
My deepest sympathy for this tragic loss. Jacob was a wonderful student to work with, and his infectious grin will be missed. You're in my prayers and thoughts in the coming days.
Paul R. Parsons
Brian & Michelle Dolloff
November 2, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Patti Reagan
November 2, 2011
Amber and Jeff,
My deepest condolences are with you both, I am so very sorry for your loss, you are both in my thoughts
Fondly,
Patti Reagan
Cara Gallagher
November 2, 2011
Jeff and Family, Words cannot express the way we are feeling right now. We all love Jacob very much and we will miss him dearly. We are all like a family in this neighborhood we grieve with you. Cara, Lenny, Mike and Briana.
November 2, 2011
Dear Jeff and Ann,
Skip and I are so very sorry for your loss. We know your hearts are breaking, and wish you peace and strength in the coming days.
Brenda Hartshorn & Skip Wallace
Alex Houston
November 2, 2011
Jeff and Amber,
What a wonderful person Jacob was. His smile, infectious laugh and huge heart will be missed by so many! My heart aches, but my memories make me smile inside.Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers as you travel through this difficult time.
Michele D'Amico
November 2, 2011
Jeff,Ann,Kimberly and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Jacob touched a lot of peoples lives and he will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Bob, Michele, Lindsay & Madison D'Amico
Jim and Kelly Brunell
November 2, 2011
Jeff, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, so many are saddened by the lose of Jacob. Know that your friends are praying for you and are here to help you, don't hesitate for an instant to lean on anyone of us.
Tim Brennan
November 2, 2011
Jeff..I'm so sorry for your loss. I know no words can help you and your family but I am truly thinking of you my friend!
Lori Champney
November 2, 2011
Jeff, my thoughts are with you and your family in this very hard time. Hold tight to the memories as they will last a lifetime. Peace be with you and God Bless.
Vanessa & Tiger Daudelin
November 2, 2011
I hope that the love of your family & friends will help carry you through this time.
We are here for you when and if you need us. Love Vanessa & Tiger
November 2, 2011
To Jeff and Family, Our thoughts are with you all. Jacob will be missed, he always made you smile.
Leo, Denise and Kyle Corbeil
Tony & Penny Touchette
November 2, 2011
Jeff and Family,
I can't begin to express my sincere condolance to you. There are no words, or poems that will even help ease your pain even a little, but do know that there are a lot of people in this community that is there to support you all in anything you should need.
Tina (Richardson) Thompson
November 2, 2011
Jeff, My thoughts are with you in this very sad time.
Stacy Lang
November 2, 2011
Dear Jeff,
I'm sending loving, healing energy to all of you. All my love...
Kelly Martin
November 2, 2011
Jeff and family, very sorry to hear of your loss. Hang on tight to memories, as they last forever.
Maureen Corbeil
November 2, 2011
To the family of Jacob..
We are so sorry for your Loss, you are all in our Thoughts and Prayers at this difficult time..
Maureen and Shayne Corbeil
and Shawnn Touchette
November 2, 2011
Jeff, My thoughts are with you and your family during this very difficult time. Hold your memories close forever. Sending my love...Pam Richardson
Abbey Douglas
November 2, 2011
My thoughts are with Jacob's family & friends during this extremely difficult time. Cherish your memories & he will live on in your hearts.
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