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Lt. Col. Willam Oscar Jacobs

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Born July 31, 1932 to Nathan Davis Jacobs and Lora (Laird) Jacobs. Married Tommie Jean (Bennett) Jacobs December 26, 1952. Commissioned in the Air Force in 1953 and retired in 1982. Awards include: Silver Star, Legion of Merit, Distinguished Flying Cross, Bronze Star (x2), Meritorious Service Medal (x2), Air Medal (x5), Air Force Commendation Medal, Purple Heart; Vietnam-War veteran and survived being shot down during the South East Asian conflict. Served on the Air Academy District 20 School Board. Lt. Col. Jacobs was preceded in death by his mother, father and brother, Nathan D. Jacobs. Lt. Col. Jacobs is survived by his wife of 56 years; brother Charles E. Jacobs, and wife Jane; sister, Evelyn (Jacobs) Starbuck and husband Lester; daughter, Ursula (Jacobs) Mackay and husband, Clark; daughter Edith (Jacobs) Wright and husband, Alex; son, William O. Jacobs, III, and wife Landee; daughter, Kristin (Jacobs) Schmid, and husband, Brad. He was also an extremely proud grandfather of 11. A funeral service will be held in his honor at Faith Presbyterian Church on Saturday, January 17, 2009 at 10 am. Internment will be at Fort Logan National Cemetery on Tuesday, January 20, 2009 at 10 am. He lived his life for his family, duty, honor and country. He is much loved and will be deeply missed.

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Published by The Gazette on Jan. 17, 2009.

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Martha Borgstede

January 28, 2009

Dear Tommie and family,

We were so sorry to learn of Bill's death and your loss from Dain Smith. I served on the session with Bill and always admired him so much. His calm demeanor, quick wit, and analytical mind were huge benefits to the session and to all who worked with him. We rejoice in Bill's new life, but we pray for your comfort and strength. We so enjoyed our time with both of you at Faith. Hugs and prayers,
Martha (and Jim) Borgstede

Grover Freckleton

January 23, 2009

Dear family and friends,
My best wishes to the whole family and friends. I worked with Jake back in 1982 through 1985 with TRW on the Shuttle program. He was a real joy to be around and a definate leader. He was a war hero and a role model. God bless.

Cynthia Roumell

January 20, 2009

Dear Jabobs family -

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will always remember my friendship with Jake from our days at TRW. He was always willing to provide a helping hand at whatever you might need, he was a good and gentle soul and I know he will be greatly missed by both his family and his many friends.

I pray the Lord give you strength to know he has returned to the best place he can be and that he will always be watching over you.

Valerie Donahoo

January 18, 2009

Dear Jacobs Family,

I worked for Jake in the contracts department at TRW. He was a great boss and mentor. I am sorry for your loss.

My Deepest Sympathies and Prayers, Valerie Donahoo

SUE CRANK

January 18, 2009

Dear Tommie and Family,
I'm sorry to hear of Jake's passing. I will always fondly remember our many conversations as we did our daily exercise walks after lunch when we worked at TRW. He was a patient and wise mentor to me. Jake was such a kind hearted and gentle soul. I will greatly miss him.
Sue & Dave Crank

Paul & Dee Murphy

January 18, 2009

Dear Tommie & Family,
I was truly saddened this morning when I read in yesterday's paper about the passing of your loved one and our dear friend Jake. I can't truly express our saddness, but we do keep in mind that he has gone to a much better place.
My deepest regret is that I never really was able to thank him for the last 30 years of his friendship and all the times he was a sage mentor to me. I cherish those days in the contracting squadron and TRW. Dee and I wish to express to your family our deepest sympathies.

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