Mr. Stephen “Jake” Jacobs, a lifelong resident of Sullivan County, NY, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 10 at the Campbell Hall Rehabilitation Center at the age of 80. He was born on March 23, 1946, in Middletown, NY, to the late Abraham and Lillian Ratner Jacobs.

Stephen worked as a plumber for Local 373 in Newburgh, NY. He was also a building mover as well as the owner of Arcee Construction Company. He was an active member of his community, serving as a past member of the Mountaindale Volunteer Fire Department. In his later years, he enjoyed barbecuing for his family, visiting thrift shops, and spending time with his beloved dogs, Jackie and Russell.

He is survived by his wife, Norma Lambert-Jacobs; his son, Richard Jacobs (Belinda), daughter Caryn (Michael); his brother, Howie (Betty Lou) Jacobs; and his granddaughters, Sophia, Rory, and Madison, along with his nieces and nephews: Lisa, Timothy (Slim), Ronnie and Susan (Hadassah.)

Stephen was predeceased by his parents, as well as his siblings, Edward Jacobs and Susan Jacobs Carr.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 25, at 11:00 AM at the Joseph N. Garlick Funeral Home, 388 Broadway, Monticello, NY 12701.

Arrangements are honorably entrusted to the Joseph N. Garlick Funeral Home - 845-794-7474 or www.josephngarlickfuneralhome.com.