Thomas G. Jacobs 1946-2025

Born Aug. 25, 1945, in Youngstown, Tom was the son of the late Clyde and Nancy Evans Jacobs. A 1963 graduate of South High School, he was a proud lifelong resident of the Mahoning Valley.

After high school, Tom served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War.

Tom dedicated over 25 years of service as an investigator for the State of Ohio. Known for his integrity and professionalism, he brought dedication and care to his work.

Deeply involved in his community, Tom was an active Mason and a member of numerous Masonic and affiliated organizations throughout the tricounty area. He was a member of Leetonia Lodge 401 F&AM, Negley Lodge 565 F&AM, the Scottish Rite Valley of Youngstown, the York Rite Bodies, the Al Koran Shrine, the Youngstown Shrine Club and Aut Mori Grotto. He also enjoyed camaraderie and culture as a member of the Youngstown Saxon Club.

Tom is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, the former Shirley Ann James, whom he married Oct. 16, 1993; two stepsons, Steven J. (Kimberly) Chester of King George, Virginia, and Stuart John Chester of Warren; his brother, John R. Jacobs of Cypress, Texas; and several nephews.

Family and friends may call 5 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at Davis-Becker Funeral Home, 8536 Market St., Boardman. The Negley Lodge 565 F&AM will conduct a Masonic service at 6 p.m., followed by a funeral service.

Military honors will be rendered 12:15 p.m. Thursday, July 3, 2025, at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, 10175 Rawiga Road, Seville.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that material tributes take the form of contributions to Angels for Animals, 4750 W. South Range Road, Canfield, OH 44406, in memory of Tom.

Please visit www.beckerobits.com to share memories and condolences with the family.

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