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Lawrence ”Larry” C. Jacobs
01/05/1925 — 03/21/2007
From Richland, WA, US | Born in Tillamook, Oregon
Lawrence ”Larry” C. Jacobs
Surrounded by his family at home Lawrence C. Jacobs died on March 21, 2007 in Richland, WA. Larry, to his friends, was 82 years young when he died. He was born on January 5, 1925 to Bernhard and Rosetta Jacob, the youngest of 10 children, on a dairy farm in Tillamook, OR. Larry grew up on the farm and only left it after he joined the U.S. Marine Corp in April 1944.
After recruit training at Camp Pendleton, CA, Larry was assigned to the 1st Marine Division, 17th Company. On April 1st, 1945 Larry stormed the shores of Okinawa. In 1947 Staff Sergeant Jacobs returned to Tillamook where he met Lillian Vogt, a stunning brunette. Lillian and Larry were married in Tillamook on November 27, 1948. Shortly after their marriage the Marines called Larry back to active duty in February 1951 to serve his country during the Korean War.
After Korea Larry and his young family moved to Portland, OR where he began his work in the Heating and Air Conditioning business with his brother Basil. An opportunity to expand the company brought Larry to Richland in 1960. In the mid 60's Larry operated as Dean Jacobs Heating and merged the company into Jacobs and Rhodes Heating and Air Conditioning in 1970. Larry sold the business and retired in 1983.
In the intervening years Larry enjoyed many things but none more importantly than his 10 grandchildren. Each of the grandkids had that special bond with Grandpa Larry. They meant the world to him. Larry, as he loved his family, loved his Catholic faith. He was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church, a member of the Knights of Columbus and for many years active in the St. Vincent De Paul Society helping needy families in Richland.
He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers Herman and Cyril, sisters Madeline, Dorothy, Irene, and Mary.
Surviving Larry is his wife Lillian, sons Ben and wife Chris Richland, WA; Bob and wife Mary Richland, WA; Scott and his wife Jody Vienna, VA; Rich and his wife Lisa South Bend, IN; his adopted son Steve Servin and wife Darlene Richland, WA and his 10 grandchildren Meghan, Robert, Theresa, Daniel, Brett, Madeline, Mollie, Catherine, Allison and Scott. Larry also is survived by his brother Basil and his wife Twila Portland, OR and sisters Frances Jacobs Portland, OR and Bernice Johns Tillamook, OR. Larry leaves behind numerous friends including many active and former Marines. Semper Fi.
A public viewing will be held at 6:00 pm followed by a Rosary at Christ the King Catholic Church, on Thursday March 29th, 2007 at 7:00 pm. Funeral Mass will be held Friday, March 30th, 2007 at 2:00 pm at Christ the King Church, Richland, WA, with interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens, Richland.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Christ the King School Endowment Fund, 1122 Long Avenue, Richland, WA 99352 or Tri Cities Prep Catholic High School, 9612 St. Thomas Drive, Pasco, WA 99301.
We will remember Larry for his ready and friendly smile. My mother can still picture him sitting on the left side of the church at daily Mass. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cherish the memories…
What an awsome gift Larry was to our community. His legacy of sons and grandchildren will continue to bless us with his presence.
My life was enriched by “squirrely”.
It is hard to believe that such a vibrant soul has left us. I hope that like me, your family is comforted by knowing that Uncle Larry had a significant impact on our family, on his community and on the world through both his and his sons successes. I cannot help but smile as I imagine what a cheerful reception he must have received from his friends and family upon entering heaven.
Jake , Thank you so much for the wonderful memories I have of you and your family. I will always remember my Birthdays on the farm when you and Ben and Bobby would go hunting. You always brought me a HUGE Hershey chocolate bar. Even though we didn’t see much in the later years I will always remember you and your friendship you had with my dad. I will always know that I have 2 angels looking after me now. You will be missed. My Prayers are with all of the Jacobs. Love Cynthia
Oh, how the selfish person inside of me wants to be able to tell Jake this just one more time. I have always told my kids that you need to model your life after Jake Jacobs. Jake knew what was important in life, and he always showed it through his actions. Faith, Family, and Friends, were the three constants that he showed us everyday of his life through his actions. Jake knew the importance of these 3 things, and in his quiet, unassuming way, showed us the importance of each.
Jake, thank you for being one of my Dad’s best friends. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being my sponsor during RCIA. The jouney that we took together that year has changed my life. Thank you for all of the love and support for my children, and thank you for being the inspiration that we should all live by.
To all the Jacobs, thank you for letting me share your husband and Dad.
What a gem of a gentleman Larry Jacobs was. I’ll never forget meeting him twenty-five years ago when Scott first joined the Naval Criminal Investigative Service NIS in those daysand I was getting ready to depart for Manila. Larry gave me a small travel clock as a going away present even though we had just been introduced that day. I will treasure the gift and the memory of his thoughtfulness forever. Our depest condolance to Lil and the family with our expression of joy that Larry has gone to a far better place. Respectfully, Burke and Chong Hui McMurdo
Lillian, Ben, Bob, Rich and Scott,
I sorry I won’t be able to attend the service. Probably the second most influential male adult in my life was your husband/Dad. My 2 summers spent working at Jacobs and Rhodes taught me more practical information and skills than all 17 years of school. The value of hard work, the importance of attitude, the “get it done” approach, how mechanical things work were all taught to me by “Squirrely”. I recall one time I was applying adhesive to some return air ducting and daydreaming at the same time, which meant I was proceeding slooooowly. Larry nudged me and said “let’s speed it up Picasso”. His nephew Mike was working there at the time and got a good chuckle out of it. But in his caring way he let me know I needed to improve my performance and that there was a time for work and a time for play.
I also recall the salmon fishing trips to Ilwaco. Rising before dawn, breakfast at the local diner, sunshine, calm seas and limiting at least the first one. The second trip I only remeber rough seas, gray sky, feeding the fish and memorizing every detail of the toilet. Larry was always making sure everyone was maximizing his chances at getting a fish, worrying about himself last. What a great man. I consider myself privileged to have known him. He will live on in my memory because of the positive influence he had on me. I’ll miss him.
It was so wonderful to have Larry Jacobs present at our boys baseball games at Richland High ! He always had a smile and a hello for us parents and for the players. Whether at C.K. or on the baseball field, he was always a gentleman and a warm and classy individual.Mrs. Jacobs, Ben and family Brett & Madeleine and Bob and family Robert & Daniel, I am so sorry for your loss but so happy that you shared your lives with such a “nice” man. May all the memories of a life well lived bring you peace. Delia Gonzalez and David Gonzalez
Linda and I have known Scott for many years through the Naval Criminal Investigative Service. I met Mr. Jacobs and Scott and Jody’s wedding also many years ago. Larry, from one Marine to another. . .Semper Fi!
Ben and Chris our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God bless and carry you through this storm.
Love,
Katrina and family
Scott and family,
I am very sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Husband, father, Marine, small business owner, community leader, faithful servant, friend … a tremendous legacy. May your sorrow quickly fade and your cherished memories endure forever.
Sincerely,
Paul McNeill
God Bless your wonderful family and comfort all of you in this time of sorrow. The 8:00 AM Mass people will miss Larry’s presence and greetings. His efforts and work for Church and community have inriched all of us. His devotion and love of God will certianly be a 100 fold or more reward in this life with his family and a joyous eternity in heaven! With prayer and sympathy. Dar Roberts
Scott and Family,
So sorry to hear about your loss. I never met Larry, but from reading the other memorials to him, it sounds as if he was a very giving and loving man. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Cindi Foley, NCIS
To Lil and all the family,
I will miss seeing Larry at 8:00 Mass and his friendly smile and warm greetings. The whole community will miss him and Ed and I send our sympathies to all of you.
Barb Fredenburg
I’m very thankful that Grandpa Jake came to see me off to Iraq on Christmas Day.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family, especially Lil. I am sure Jake and my Dad are celebrating richly in heaven. Dad and Jake had a long, loving friendship and all our family felt blessed to know him! May God grant all the family the grace and peace that comes from knowing he has returned to God! With love…Sister Susan Wells, snjm
Lil & Family….
Obviously, Larry was the personification of the Marine Corps Motto “Semper Fidelis,”…always faithful to his country, family, and friends. He put his life on the line while serving with the First Marine Division during the Okinawa campaign and when recalled to serve in Korea. A true representative of “The Greatest Generation,” he was one of those rare individuals that you liked the moment you met him and a friendship blossomed from there. We can attest to that having had the privelege and pleasure to interact personally with him and correspond over the years. He possessed another rare quality. I never recall his ever having said anything bad about anybody. How many of us can make that claim? He will be missed by all who knew him. To those who never met him, that was their loss!
Rest in peace Larry….
Sincerely,
Bob & Linda Panico
I think back and remember all the positive remarks that you would make about our Bomber Track and Cross Country men and women. I also appreciated the interest you showed in my grandson Gavin Richardson when we saw you at the Bomber basketball games.
Mike Hepper
While we won’t see Larry on the side lines anymore, we all know he is still watching. Larry always had a kind word and loved supporting the all of the kids, he treated them all as his grandchildren. We’ll miss him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of Larry’s family and friends.
My sadness over Larry’s passing. He was a great dad and produced a great family. He had a long and fruitful life that we all need to celebrate. All my love.
Phil
Larry was probably one of the nicest people that I have ever met and will miss him dearly…His smile could brighten any room and his hugs were great..We’ll miss him a lot and from my mom who doesn’t have e-mail see ya later from his favorite lady marine Elly Hogan….
Larry was one of the nicest peole I think I’ve ever met, and will miss his shining smile the most and his awesome hugs at mass or wherever I saw him… My mom doesn’t have e-mail but I know she also will miss her buddy and fellow Marine….Take care the Hogan’s and Ham’s
My condolences to Aunt Lil and her family in this time of tremendous loss… Uncle Larry was a wonderful man, husband, father, uncle and such a good friend. I appreciate all the wonderful memories of my Dad that he helped keep alive for me these many years and his own stories of Dad that were shared with me…. and the great love and respect he always showed my Mother… He was one of the USA’s greatest patriots. A man to love and be very proud of. Uncle Larry, I will miss you with all my heart.. Till we meet again… with great love…..
Our sympathy goes out to cousin Larry’s Family. I grew up in Tillamook, Ore. & remember all the great memories from the Jacob~Wyss Family Reunions years ago. Along with growing up with Larry’s sister ~ Bernice Johns grandson, Kris Davis we were in the same class throughout school. I am the second granddaughter to Hazel L. Clark Wyss. It’s amazing how close family is and yet none us even realize it until it’s usually to late. Moving to Pomeroy, Wa. from Oregon felt like the middle of no where but I am finding out there is more family near by than I realized. Take care our thoughts are with your family ~ Danielle, Lee, Katelin, Madison & Chloe.
To Lillian and the entire family – you are in my thoughts and prayers. I know how much Larry will be missed by all of us. I feel very blessed to have known him and I will never forget his kindness and generosity towards my children and me. I know he’s lighting up a room in heaven with his smile right now, just as he did when he was here on earth.
We will remember Larry for his ready and friendly smile. My mother can still picture him sitting on the left side of the church at daily Mass. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cherish the memories…
What an awsome gift Larry was to our community. His legacy of sons and grandchildren will continue to bless us with his presence.
My life was enriched by “squirrely”.
It is hard to believe that such a vibrant soul has left us. I hope that like me, your family is comforted by knowing that Uncle Larry had a significant impact on our family, on his community and on the world through both his and his sons successes. I cannot help but smile as I imagine what a cheerful reception he must have received from his friends and family upon entering heaven.
Jake , Thank you so much for the wonderful memories I have of you and your family. I will always remember my Birthdays on the farm when you and Ben and Bobby would go hunting. You always brought me a HUGE Hershey chocolate bar. Even though we didn’t see much in the later years I will always remember you and your friendship you had with my dad. I will always know that I have 2 angels looking after me now. You will be missed. My Prayers are with all of the Jacobs. Love Cynthia
Oh, how the selfish person inside of me wants to be able to tell Jake this just one more time. I have always told my kids that you need to model your life after Jake Jacobs. Jake knew what was important in life, and he always showed it through his actions. Faith, Family, and Friends, were the three constants that he showed us everyday of his life through his actions. Jake knew the importance of these 3 things, and in his quiet, unassuming way, showed us the importance of each.
Jake, thank you for being one of my Dad’s best friends. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being my sponsor during RCIA. The jouney that we took together that year has changed my life. Thank you for all of the love and support for my children, and thank you for being the inspiration that we should all live by.
To all the Jacobs, thank you for letting me share your husband and Dad.
What a gem of a gentleman Larry Jacobs was. I’ll never forget meeting him twenty-five years ago when Scott first joined the Naval Criminal Investigative Service NIS in those daysand I was getting ready to depart for Manila. Larry gave me a small travel clock as a going away present even though we had just been introduced that day. I will treasure the gift and the memory of his thoughtfulness forever. Our depest condolance to Lil and the family with our expression of joy that Larry has gone to a far better place. Respectfully, Burke and Chong Hui McMurdo
Lillian, Ben, Bob, Rich and Scott,
I sorry I won’t be able to attend the service. Probably the second most influential male adult in my life was your husband/Dad. My 2 summers spent working at Jacobs and Rhodes taught me more practical information and skills than all 17 years of school. The value of hard work, the importance of attitude, the “get it done” approach, how mechanical things work were all taught to me by “Squirrely”. I recall one time I was applying adhesive to some return air ducting and daydreaming at the same time, which meant I was proceeding slooooowly. Larry nudged me and said “let’s speed it up Picasso”. His nephew Mike was working there at the time and got a good chuckle out of it. But in his caring way he let me know I needed to improve my performance and that there was a time for work and a time for play.
I also recall the salmon fishing trips to Ilwaco. Rising before dawn, breakfast at the local diner, sunshine, calm seas and limiting at least the first one. The second trip I only remeber rough seas, gray sky, feeding the fish and memorizing every detail of the toilet. Larry was always making sure everyone was maximizing his chances at getting a fish, worrying about himself last. What a great man. I consider myself privileged to have known him. He will live on in my memory because of the positive influence he had on me. I’ll miss him.
It was so wonderful to have Larry Jacobs present at our boys baseball games at Richland High ! He always had a smile and a hello for us parents and for the players. Whether at C.K. or on the baseball field, he was always a gentleman and a warm and classy individual.Mrs. Jacobs, Ben and family Brett & Madeleine and Bob and family Robert & Daniel, I am so sorry for your loss but so happy that you shared your lives with such a “nice” man. May all the memories of a life well lived bring you peace. Delia Gonzalez and David Gonzalez
Linda and I have known Scott for many years through the Naval Criminal Investigative Service. I met Mr. Jacobs and Scott and Jody’s wedding also many years ago. Larry, from one Marine to another. . .Semper Fi!
Ben and Chris our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God bless and carry you through this storm.
Love,
Katrina and family
Scott and family,
I am very sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Husband, father, Marine, small business owner, community leader, faithful servant, friend … a tremendous legacy. May your sorrow quickly fade and your cherished memories endure forever.
Sincerely,
Paul McNeill
God Bless your wonderful family and comfort all of you in this time of sorrow. The 8:00 AM Mass people will miss Larry’s presence and greetings. His efforts and work for Church and community have inriched all of us. His devotion and love of God will certianly be a 100 fold or more reward in this life with his family and a joyous eternity in heaven! With prayer and sympathy. Dar Roberts
Scott and Family,
So sorry to hear about your loss. I never met Larry, but from reading the other memorials to him, it sounds as if he was a very giving and loving man. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Cindi Foley, NCIS
To Lil and all the family,
I will miss seeing Larry at 8:00 Mass and his friendly smile and warm greetings. The whole community will miss him and Ed and I send our sympathies to all of you.
Barb Fredenburg
I’m very thankful that Grandpa Jake came to see me off to Iraq on Christmas Day.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family, especially Lil. I am sure Jake and my Dad are celebrating richly in heaven. Dad and Jake had a long, loving friendship and all our family felt blessed to know him! May God grant all the family the grace and peace that comes from knowing he has returned to God! With love…Sister Susan Wells, snjm
Lil & Family….
Obviously, Larry was the personification of the Marine Corps Motto “Semper Fidelis,”…always faithful to his country, family, and friends. He put his life on the line while serving with the First Marine Division during the Okinawa campaign and when recalled to serve in Korea. A true representative of “The Greatest Generation,” he was one of those rare individuals that you liked the moment you met him and a friendship blossomed from there. We can attest to that having had the privelege and pleasure to interact personally with him and correspond over the years. He possessed another rare quality. I never recall his ever having said anything bad about anybody. How many of us can make that claim? He will be missed by all who knew him. To those who never met him, that was their loss!
Rest in peace Larry….
Sincerely,
Bob & Linda Panico
I think back and remember all the positive remarks that you would make about our Bomber Track and Cross Country men and women. I also appreciated the interest you showed in my grandson Gavin Richardson when we saw you at the Bomber basketball games.
Mike Hepper
While we won’t see Larry on the side lines anymore, we all know he is still watching. Larry always had a kind word and loved supporting the all of the kids, he treated them all as his grandchildren. We’ll miss him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of Larry’s family and friends.
My sadness over Larry’s passing. He was a great dad and produced a great family. He had a long and fruitful life that we all need to celebrate. All my love.
Phil
Larry was probably one of the nicest people that I have ever met and will miss him dearly…His smile could brighten any room and his hugs were great..We’ll miss him a lot and from my mom who doesn’t have e-mail see ya later from his favorite lady marine Elly Hogan….
Larry was one of the nicest peole I think I’ve ever met, and will miss his shining smile the most and his awesome hugs at mass or wherever I saw him… My mom doesn’t have e-mail but I know she also will miss her buddy and fellow Marine….Take care the Hogan’s and Ham’s
My condolences to Aunt Lil and her family in this time of tremendous loss… Uncle Larry was a wonderful man, husband, father, uncle and such a good friend. I appreciate all the wonderful memories of my Dad that he helped keep alive for me these many years and his own stories of Dad that were shared with me…. and the great love and respect he always showed my Mother… He was one of the USA’s greatest patriots. A man to love and be very proud of. Uncle Larry, I will miss you with all my heart.. Till we meet again… with great love…..
Our sympathy goes out to cousin Larry’s Family. I grew up in Tillamook, Ore. & remember all the great memories from the Jacob~Wyss Family Reunions years ago. Along with growing up with Larry’s sister ~ Bernice Johns grandson, Kris Davis we were in the same class throughout school. I am the second granddaughter to Hazel L. Clark Wyss. It’s amazing how close family is and yet none us even realize it until it’s usually to late. Moving to Pomeroy, Wa. from Oregon felt like the middle of no where but I am finding out there is more family near by than I realized. Take care our thoughts are with your family ~ Danielle, Lee, Katelin, Madison & Chloe.
To Lillian and the entire family – you are in my thoughts and prayers. I know how much Larry will be missed by all of us. I feel very blessed to have known him and I will never forget his kindness and generosity towards my children and me. I know he’s lighting up a room in heaven with his smile right now, just as he did when he was here on earth.
Bob & Mary, Ben & Chris,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. We have enjoyed your families during the many sports events in the past years. Your sons reflect the good parents that you are and the way you were raised by a loving Mother and Father. May the Lord bless you with comfort and peace.
Sincerely,
Bob & Renea Manis
Colleen Swallow Thompson
We are very saddened by the loss of Larry. He meant so much to so many people and the greatest contribution he gave this world was raising outstanding, successful sons who will continue his legacy with their children. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.
Larry was my Godfather for 23 years, and I thank God for blessing me with such a kind, warm and loving spirit to guide my faith and spiritual growth in the Catholic Church. My sister and I both were lucky to have Larry in our lives, and he will be so sorely missed!
Thank you Jake for all that you have meant to my family. Your special and enduring support as my Mom and sister entered the Church will never be forgotten. As well as Scott and Rich’s support when I entered the Church back at WSU. I also have fond memories of hunting out at the farm with you, Ben, and Bob. Your faith is strong, your journey is complete, I hope I can live up to your strong example, and I am looking forward to the day we meet again. My God continue to bless your family.
Larry, you are going to be missed. All the lunches you planned for “Marines and friends” will always be remembered. You will be remembered for being a kind, gentle Marine to every one. I’ll see you down the road a bit.
Semper Fidelis and go with God
Bill
My heart goes out to the entire Jacobs team on the loss of your wonderful coach, manager, and lifelong inspiration. It is so hard to say goodbye to someone as extraordinary as he was, but remember that he will always be with you in your hearts. Love to all of you at this difficult time.
Lil,
I was sorry to hear of your loss but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Your friend,
Dee Sloan
Larry, God bless you and your family! Safe trip my friend, and I will see you down the road! Woody
So sorry to hear of Larry’s passsing. He was a good friend and always supportive in the community. Our condoences to the family
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Lawrence ”Larry” C. Jacobs