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Richard Jakob Obituary
Richard Joseph Jakob, 77, of Chicago IL, passed away on January 3rd 2025. Richard was born on May 27th 1947. We thank him for his service in the U.S. Navy during his youth. In life he enjoyed fishing, golf, camping and cooking among many other things. He passed along his love of sports and cars to his son, as well as his mechanical aptitude. He is preceded by his mother Helen, father Henry, and beloved stepfather James. He is survived by his son Richard John Jakob, brother Hank, sister-in-law Jeri, nephew Matt, and ex-wife Joanne.
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Sr. Kathleen Melia, OSF
January 12, 2025
Richard lived at Celebrate Senior Living where I live and I saw him very often. He was always quiet and pleasant. I was the one who noticed he was not going outside to smoke as he usually did. I found him in his room and he was not very responsive at all. We then called the ambulance. That was the last time I saw my friend. One thing I always noticed was that when he passed the chapel entrance, he took off his hat. I thought that was very sweet. God bless you, Richard. You are now at peace. I will always remember you in my prayers. And today, at Mass, you will be remembered by all who are present. You were a little sweetheart.... pretty scruffy, but a sweetheart nevertheless!
Sr. Kathleen Melia, OSF
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