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Jo Ann Jacobs
Date Of Birth:November 17, 1934
Date Of Death:March 5, 2013
Service Date:11:00 a.m. Friday
March 8, 2013
Allen Funeral Home

            Jo Ann Jacobs, 78, of Bloomington passed away on Tuesday, March 05, 2013 at Bell Trace Health and Living Center in Bloomington.  She was born in Monroe County on November 17, 1934 the daughter of
Clarence and Beulah (Scales) Sipes and was a graduate of Smithville High School.  She formerly worked for RCA of Bloomington.

            Jo Ann was first and foremost a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother to her family.  A faithful member of New Unionville Baptist Church, she enjoyed helping in the church, was well known for her cooking and for her attention to her family.  She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

            Her survivors include her husband, Roger Jacobs, three sons and daughters-in-law, Allen and Elaine Jacobs of Martinsville, Jeff and Shelly Jacobs and Jay and Kathy Jacobs, all of Bloomington, eight randchildren; Sean McGlocklin, Shannon Dallas, April Moore, Amy Stewart, Jessica Shields, Ryan Jacobs, Zachary Jacobs
and McKenzie Jacobs, ten great grandchildren; Triston McGlocklin, Kylie McGlocklin, Ashlyn Dallas, Amery Dallas, Sarah Stewart, Faith Stewart, Christian Stewart, Cayden Stewart, Eli Shields and Rylee Shields, one brother, Robert Sipes of Bloomington and two sisters, Betty Pate of Ellettsville and Sharon Sowders of Bloomington.

            She was preceded in death by one son, Mark Jacobs in 2001, her parents, and one sister, Peggy Harden.

            Funeral services will be held at Allen Funeral Home on Friday, March 8, 201 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Les Rovenstine officiating. Burial will be at Valhalla Memory Gardens.  Friends may call on Thursday from 4:00-8:00
p.m. at the funeral home.

            Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.  Online condolences may be made to the family at www.allenfuneralhome.org.
  • From: Tim & Vickie Robertson
    Location:Fort Wayne

    You have our deepest condolences, It is never easy to let go of someone you really care about. One thing you will never lose is your Moms place in your heart. Take care, Tim & Vickie Robertson

  • From: Kathy (Hall) Jacobson
    Location:Whiteland, IN

    I am so very sorry to here about Joann, she was a very special lady and always treated me, Kristi and Matt like family and I will always treasure that time. She will truly be missed by us. My thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family. Love Kathy

  • From: Michelle Knight (Glaze)
    Location:Bloomington, IN

    Amy, Jessica and Ryan, You are all in our thoughts and prayers. I know my kids love going to her house and her cooking. They always talked about her and your grandpa. Thinking of you all, Michelle, Jacklyn and Chris

  • From: Mulllis/Ryan Families
    Location:Bloomington, Indiana

    Jeff and Family, So sorry for your loss. JoAnn is very well thought of and respectful lady. She will be remembered as a giver rather than a reciever. Saying good-bye will be difficult. We will keep you in our thoughts. John,Penny,Kyle,Amber,Audrey Ken & Carolee Mullis

  • From: Christy Settle
    Location:Bloomington, IN

    It saddens me to hear this. Jo Ann was always so sweet and would do anything for anybody. She will be greatly missed.

  • From: Jim & Cheistine  Hanson
    Location:Vero Beach, Florida

    Christine and I want you to know what a difference you made. I will never forget how both Jo Ann and Roger helped me when my father died when I was 10. Roger helped with work around our home and I was included in activities with Jeff and Allen frequently. It was as if I had an adopted family. We could not have had better neighbors. I need to thank Jo Ann for pulling me out of the deep part of 3rd street pool or I would not be writing this. I have lived and worked all over the world (I have been lucky that way). Having spent a career as a Marine Officer and later as an executive with Johnson Controls living in and out of the country. I have been very fortunate and in the beginning thought "look what I have done." At about the age of 40 I realized I had really done nothing. There were many people like Jo Ann and Roger who gave me more than I could ever repay. Your positive influence on my life was significant. I can only hope there are people who feel the same way about me when my work here on earth is done. Jeff and Allen are life long friends even though we have not seen each other for years. I remember fondly the time as teenagers we spent together. The entire family is in our prayers. God bless, Jim & Christine Hanson

  • From: Nancy Routt Parks
    Location:Bloomington IN

    To Sharon Kay and your entire family Such a sad week for all of you- Bill and I are so sorry. I remember Joan & Peggy both when we were little girls, Sharon. I have tried and tried to contact you but you are not in the phone book. Condolences to your entire family -- if you feel like it, use my e-mail address and maybe we can connect. All my Love and remembrances of your family will always remain in my heart. Love, Bill and Nancy Routt Parks

  • From: Tina Beaver
    Location:Nashville, In.

    So sorry to hear of her passing, she was a really nice lady and anyone that knew her was better for it. She and Roger helped my mother and my brother out a lot.

  • From: Greg and Karen Elgar
    Location:Bloomington

    Jay, You and your family are in our prayers during this very difficult time.