Jennifer Lynn Jacobs

Jennifer Lynn (Gilliss) Jacobs, 41 of Abington, passed away on Friday, July 14, 2023. Jennifer was born in Beverly on August 12, 1981. She attended Merrimack College, where she met the love of her life, Jason, and then went on to earn her Masters at Lesley University. Jennifer was a dedicated first grade teacher and assistant principal at Dawe Elementary School in Stoughton. She had a passion for educating children in all areas of their school day. As an assistant principal, she had a real gift for working with students who had so many different learning profiles and needs. She worked with a level of professionalism and kindness that radiated throughout the building. Jennifer was an aspiring school administrator, who was completing a post graduate program in Educational Leadership at Bridgewater State University.

Jennifer was a phenomenal school leader, role model and mentor to staff, and a safe haven for all children, whose sense of humor motivated them in every way. This was best exemplified yearly when graduating seniors would return to her class for a visit because they knew how proud she would be of their accomplishments. Jennifer was a trusted confidant to many families who often reached out during times of crisis to seek her counsel. She was a bright light, whose legacy will continue to shine through Stoughton Public Schools for years to come. Jennifer was also an epic fashionista, who won best dressed every year for those amazing heels and earrings.

Jennifer was the beloved wife of Jason C. Jacobs, devoted mother to Ryan Christopher and Noah Bradley, Daughter of Bradford L and Noreen (Gillespie) Gilliss of Magnolia and twin sister of David J. Gilliss.

Visiting hours in the Sullivan Funeral Home, 551 Washington St, Rte 53 in Hanover on Wednesday from 2-6. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday at 9 AM at Holy Family Church, 403 Union St in Rockland. Interment will be private.