Mary Jacob

Mary Grace Jacob, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2025, just days before her 77th birthday. She was surrounded by family and love, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, service, and unwavering faith.

Born on March 31, 1948, Mary dedicated her life to helping others. She was a master in family counseling, where her wisdom, patience, and compassionate heart touched countless lives. She had a special love for working with the youth and was a guiding light to many who sought her counsel and care.

A devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Mary faithfully served in many callings, including as Relief Society President in three different wards. Her Christlike love and selfless service uplifted all who knew her.

On January 15, 1985, Mary married the love of her life, Roger Dale Jacob, in the Jordan River Temple. Together, they built a family centered on love, faith, and service. Mary was a wonderful mother and grandmother-kind, patient, understanding, and always willing to listen. She would do anything for anyone and had a heart that knew no bounds.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Roger Jacob of Lakeside, AZ; her children, Joseph Spencer (Kayla) Jacob of Layton, UT; Jana (David) Heckel of Litchfield, AZ; Cherise (Jason) Moss of Gilbert, AZ; Benjamin (Alicia) Jacob of West Jordan, UT; David Isaac (Jannalee) Jacob of Show Low, AZ; and Michael Anthony (Whitney) Jacob of Snowflake, AZ. She was a cherished grandmother to 18 grandchildren and a great-grandmother to two great-grandchildren.

Mary's legacy of love, faith, and service will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. She will be deeply missed, but her memory will continue to inspire and bless generations to come.

Funeral services will be held at Pinetop/Lakeside LDS Chapel on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. There will be a visitation 1 hour prior to the service. Concluding service and interment will be held at the Lakeside Cemetery.