Celebrating the life of
Edward Johnson Jacobs
February 02, 1931 - August 24, 2018
Devoted and Loving Husband, Father and Grandfather.
Edward J. Jacobs, age 87, died August 24, 2018 at St. Joseph’s/Candler surrounded by his wife and two sons. He was born in Cumberland, MD. He served in the US Army during the Korean War. He was awarded two Bronze Stars and a Purple Heart. After his distinguished military service, he married and moved to Gaithersburg, MD. He began his career with the US Senate in the Publishing Office of the Joint Economic Committee. After 30 successful years, he retired to New Holland, PA.
Aside from a life of service to his country, he was an involved father and grandfather. He actively supported his sons through Boy Scouts and sports. Nothing gave Ed more pride then to see the successful lives of his two sons. Ed had a unique way of plainly speaking his observations on life. These “Ed-ism’s” will endure for generations evoking laughter and memories of a life well-lived.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, JoAnn Jacobs, of Savannah, GA; his son and daughter-in-law, Mitch and Melissa Jacobs, of Savannah, GA, and their two sons, Alec and Austin; and his son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Jeff and Anne Jacobs, of Aiken, SC, and their two sons, Josh and Connor.
Ed will be laid to rest at a later date in his beloved Lancaster County, PA.
The family suggest any remembrances be made in his memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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Thank you for your service
- travis willingham, Frisco, TEXAS
Our sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Jacobs family for the loss of your dear loved one. May the love of family and friends as well as the words at “Psalm 147:3” and “2 Corinthians 1:3” continue to help you get through these most difficult times.
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Our sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Jacobs family for the loss of your dear loved one, John 5:28,29.
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JoAnn, our sympathy is with you, Mitch, Jeff and families on the death of Ed.
- Dick and Gerry Heavner, Cumberland, , Md
JoAnn, our sympathy is with you, Mitch, Jeff and families on the death of Ed.
- Dick and Gerry Heavner, Cumberland, , Md
Condolences from the Collins, Heavner, and Pittman families; Ed-isms will be remembered.
- Vivian Collins, Cumberland, MD
Thinking of you during this difficult time. May you find comfort and peace knowing God is with you. Joanne I am so glad you are near family to support you through your loss. Praying you are adjusting to your home in GA.
- Whitey and Beth Sweigart, New Holland, Pa
We are so sorry to hear this news Joanne. We hope all is well in the transition to Savannah and will pray for you and the family as you say good by to a husband, father and grandfather. May you find peace and comfort in the memories you have of him. Blessings to all, Glenn and Esther
- Glenn & Esther Martin, New Holland, PA
We are so saddened to hear of the loss of our dear friend, Ed. Our new found friendship at Savannah Square was a loving and caring time to be treasured. May God's peace abide with this dear family and provide comfort now and in the days to come.
- David & Lucile Parker, Savannah Sq Dr, Unit 15, Savannah, Ga
Thank you for your service
- travis willingham, Frisco, TEXAS
Our sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Jacobs family for the loss of your dear loved one. May the love of family and friends as well as the words at “Psalm 147:3” and “2 Corinthians 1:3” continue to help you get through these most difficult times.
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Our sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Jacobs family for the loss of your dear loved one, John 5:28,29.
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JoAnn, our sympathy is with you, Mitch, Jeff and families on the death of Ed.
- Dick and Gerry Heavner, Cumberland, , Md
JoAnn, our sympathy is with you, Mitch, Jeff and families on the death of Ed.
- Dick and Gerry Heavner, Cumberland, , Md
Condolences from the Collins, Heavner, and Pittman families; Ed-isms will be remembered.
- Vivian Collins, Cumberland, MD
Thinking of you during this difficult time. May you find comfort and peace knowing God is with you. Joanne I am so glad you are near family to support you through your loss. Praying you are adjusting to your home in GA.
- Whitey and Beth Sweigart, New Holland, Pa
We are so sorry to hear this news Joanne. We hope all is well in the transition to Savannah and will pray for you and the family as you say good by to a husband, father and grandfather. May you find peace and comfort in the memories you have of him. Blessings to all, Glenn and Esther
- Glenn & Esther Martin, New Holland, PA
We are so saddened to hear of the loss of our dear friend, Ed. Our new found friendship at Savannah Square was a loving and caring time to be treasured. May God's peace abide with this dear family and provide comfort now and in the days to come.
- David & Lucile Parker, Savannah Sq Dr, Unit 15, Savannah, Ga
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
