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Jacob Shank Obituary
Jacob Shank, beloved son, grandson, brother, uncle, nephew and friend, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, June 30th, 2017. There are not enough words or pages of a book, to write how greatly you are missed, Jake. Your hearty laughter, your giant hugs, your caring sprit, your contagious smile, replays in each of our hearts that love you so very much.
"Jake, you are my best friend and business partner. I do not begin to know how I will ever live without you! Enjoy your new home in heaven, where you are free from pain and sickness and reunited with your loving brother Jonathan! My saving grace is that I will one day be reunited with you, son!"
Jacob, your life has brought our family together and even closer in these past months. Since our loss of your brother, your courage and perseverance has been a reminder to us all, that life is fragile and not to be taken for granted. We love you and will miss you every day!
Jacob will be missed by the greater Port Clinton Community as well as by his dear family and friends. As Manager of the family automotive business in Port Clinton, Jake has long been the welcoming face of The Muffler Smiths. Jacob is survived by his parents, Lisa and Kim Smith; father, Michael Shank; sisters, Chastity (Tyler) Stephens, Jessica (Jeff) Wachtell, Abbey (Brett) Okorowski; grandparents, James and Gertrude Shanks, Dorothy Shank; nieces, Lexi, Nikki, Brooklyn; and nephews, Caleb, Landen and Luke, uncles, aunts and cousins.
Jacob was preceded in death by his younger brother, Jonathan (2014). Visitation will be held, Thursday, July 6, at the Gerner-Wolf- Walker Funeral Home & Crematory, Port Clinton Ohio, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.; Memorial Service commencing at 4:00 p.m. Online condolences may be made at www.walkerfuneralhomes.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the family.
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David & Roddie Mazurik
July 7, 2017
We are unbelievably shocked and saddened to just read about Jake's passing. He was always so helpful to our family whenever we had a car problem. Our deepest sympathies to Lisa and Kim and the rest of the family. May God give you the strength to endure this terribly unexpected loss.
Jim Miller
July 7, 2017
To a great person with the biggest smile, I will always remember. Prayers for you and your loving family. Jim & Dolores Miller
Barbara Distel
July 6, 2017
Kim and Lisa,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Your friends,
Scott and Barb Distel
Dusty Dykeman
July 6, 2017
My heart goes out to you,Kim and Lisa, for the loss of a really great and awesome son. He will be greatly missed.
Dusty
Brenda Shank
July 6, 2017
May God give your family strength, and peace during this time. We will all miss his wonderful smile.
Tory Thompson
July 6, 2017
My heart, hugs and prayers go out to the family! May God wrap you in his arms today and for years to come, and may the joy Jake brought to everyone give you comfort in his memories! He will be missed, so hard to believe! Love you-Tory Thompson and family
Mike Hochradel
July 5, 2017
I am so sorry for your family's loss. May the Lord ease your pain.
July 5, 2017
I am so sad to her this, and wanted to say my heart is with your family! Its been so long, but we love you guys and we will be praying for you all.
Connie (Kerekgyarto) McGrew
Cecilia Brimmer
July 4, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. I will pray for strength and peace, to help get the family through the days to come. May your happy memories of Jacob always make you smile.
Phillips, Brimmer families
Debbie Spicer
July 4, 2017
With deepest sympathy. Jake was such a joy to see at Muffler Smiths. He will be missed Dick thought a lot of you. You and your family are in my prayers.
Toni & Jim Moriarty
July 4, 2017
Dear Lisa and Family...you have our deepest sympathy at the loss of your son. Please know that our prayers and thoughts are with you. God Bless You, Toni and Jim Moriarty, Sylvania OH
Nadine Scott
July 4, 2017
So sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of Jake. He had a big heart and always had a smile on his face. He will be missed...
Frank Wheeler
July 4, 2017
You were a great friend buddy I will always miss the jokes and talks we always had when ever I towed a car in to muffer smith glad to see your home with John I hope your up there having some cold ones you will always be loved and miss here in this world but have one for me bud rip your friend frank wheeler
Kathryn Clark
July 4, 2017
My prayers are with you all. Keep Strength always in your hearts. Rest in Peace Jake
Kathryn Clark
PCYC
Judy Paschen
July 4, 2017
No words can express my sorrow at the news of Jake's death. It is cruel when we lose a child. May God bless his family and friends as they struggle with the void Jake leaves in his absence.
Bires -St John Family
July 4, 2017
Our deepest condolences and prayers for you all.
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