Name: HOFFMEISTER COLONIAL MORTUARY
Address: St. Louis, MO

I didn't see Jake often since he was the grown child of my dear friend Darlene, yet every meeting was unforgettable. Such a captivating conversationalist, so intelligent, talented, and still so kind, helpful, and so approachable. Such a profound loss for all who ever met him, and all the people who still hadn't met him. The Seeger family is thinking of all Jake's friends and loved ones.

Gus, Freddie & Family,

So very sorry to hear of your tragic loss. May God bless you all as you mourn Jake's loss. Please know you will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Gus, so very sorry to hear about your loss.
Sincerely,
Richard J. Palmisano

Gus, for you and your son's mother, my deepest sympathy. Having lost my daughter, Shannon, many years ago, I know the horrendous grief you are experiencing. I have began praying for you and your wife and Jake's mother. I hope to be able to share with you and your wife some of the things you are now experiencing that will explain and help you in this journey you all are on. Again please accept my deepest sympathy in your loss.

Condolences and prayers for you and your family.

My family has added your family and friends to our prayers for consolation and strength . One thought keeps popping in my mind, we lost my Dad unexpectantly on November 6. He was also a man that could do it all. They would have that in common as perhaps , he would meet and welcome Jake to paradise on his heavenly birth date . While they are smiling and in GLORY, It's hard for all of us left behind though . I'm sorry.

Jake,
It is shocking to hear of your passing. Matt, you and your family have my most hart felt condolences. Jake was a trip I enjoyed his energy and his love foe music.
Respiect 
Jamie Guy

My deepest condolence to the Palumbo family.  I met Jake during our Bible Study classes at St. Ambrose Church.  I used to wait for him to speak because he always had something intelligent and profound to say about the word of God.  I so wanted to know him better.  We'll never understand why God chooses to take his best people at such an early age because those who are left behind are the ones who have to live with his loss.  But I'm convinced that Jake is walking hand in hand with God's only Son.  Rest in peace, Jake.  You will be missed.

Dear Freddie, Gus and family of Jake Palumbo. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this tragic time. I am so sorry for your loss. May you be able to accept the Peace of our Lord at this time.

Ann (Magri) Kelley

Jake was a class favorite in our Bible Study group.  We all found him to be brilliant, humble, and caring.  His deep voice and wisdom caused everyone to take pause when he spoke about scripture.  We will never forget you Jake!  --Laura Law, Pastoral Associate St. Ambrose Church

Matthew,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Jake, I know you will be missed by many people. You touched the lives of  many in a positve way. I ll never forget the time I had the privilege of coaching you on the Galatas Chargers football team. When I asked your name at the first practice, you responded in a deep voice, Jake. I thought I was hearing a younger Rocky Balboa. From that moment I I know I had a great player on the team.
Coach Chip Ravaglia

Oh, I am so sorry for your loss.My heart is breaking for you. I hope all of his loved ones are able to find some solace here.

So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with his entire family.

I cannot fathom the pain of losing a child. Pleas know My prayers are with you and your family.


Ken Jacobs

Jake and I were essentially attached at the hip for ~7 years.  We were each other's first love.  He was hugely influential on my formative years and he has certainly left his mark on who I am today, for the better.  I, like so many, was in awe of him - his whip-like intelligence, his inspiring charisma, his sincere compassion, his humble humanity, his unwavering honor...   "Nature made him, and then broke the mold!"  Jake wasn't an ordinary guy; he was a force of nature. He had a profound energy to him. You could feel him enter a room, even if he didn't say anything, and when he did, everyone listened attentively.  He could have landed in the history books.  He could have changed the world on a large scale.  He was that kind of person.  My heart goes out to his family, who welcomed me into their homes for years with hospitality and kindness. I can't imagine the suffering you feel at such a great loss. I regret that I cannot attend the funeral as am tied up in Montreal with a newborn son. I am there in spirit.

LOUISE AND I ARE SO SORRY FOR THE LOST OF A VERY FINE YOUNG MAN. HE ALWAYS BROUGHT JOY AND SMILES TO EVERYONE  HE MET. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. LOVE.

Jake was a very special, extremely bright, and unique guy.  I will miss our spirited and sometimes lengthy conversations and debates, I will always fondly remember our shared love of wild rock and roll, and I will miss Jake's tremendous wit and rollicking humor.  For some reason, "Nordic Track" comes to mind.  Rest in peace, old friend.  You will be missed.

I looked forward to each visit he made to Univ of South Alabama to see his brother, it was always memorable because he had that effect on all of us. Smartest guy I ever knew to this day, and I learned something new every time we spoke. He will be missed dearly.

My deepest sympathies to the Palumbo family on their loss.

Many fond memories of my childhood with Jake. An early departure for a very smart and talented gentleman. God be with you and your family in this difficult time.

Darlene....I am very sorry to hear the news of your loss. I pray that God give the strength that is needed during this time to you and your family. Please accept my sympathy and prayers.
P. Victor Mirzai

To Matt, Darlene, Gus, Carol, Ty, Emily, and all of Jake's family and loved ones, I am so deeply saddened to hear of Jake's passing.  He was an extraordinary soul for whom so many were touched by his brilliant Sicilian spirit, wit and wisdom.  I wish I could take your sadness away even for a minute.  I know I can't, but I hope that you feel the spirit of his guiding light shining upon you from up above now guiding the way.  You are all in my thoughts and prayers, and my heart aches for your loss.  With much love always,

Jake was in our Bible class at St. Ambrose and he knew the Bible well and inspired all of us with his knowledge and kind heart.  He has made a lasting
memory on me in the short time that I knew him.  He will be missed and will
always be in my prayers.  My deepest condolences to Jake's family.
Paulette Kapes  St. Louis, Mo.

Gus,
I can't begin to imagine the depth of your pain at this terrible loss. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts.
Dan Chun

Gus,  I just learned of Jake's death and I don't have the words to tell you how sorry I am for your loss.  He will be in our prayers as will you and your family.
Sandy and I pray that our Lord will wrap His loving arms around all of you.

Dear Darlene:  You and your family have my sympathy and prayers.  I am usally not at a loss for words, but this is one of those occasions when I am.
If there is anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate to ask.  You are in my prayers and my thoughts.
Bob Lawyer

No parent should lose a child before the parent is gone.  God rest Jake eternally.  Please God be with the Palumbo families in their time of grief.

Please add the Palumbo family members to your prayer lists. Thank you!

Gus, Debbie and I were shocked and saddened to learn of Jake's death.  There are no words that can express our sorrow for your loss.  You are in our prayers.
John & Debbie Marcus

Darlene, I do not have the words to comfort you but I DO have prayer. I will keep you and your family in my prayers and know that I am here for whatever you many need in the times to come. I love you.

My deepest condolences on the loss of Jake.

Our prayers are with the family; Darlene and Matt, you now have a special guardian angel who is watching over all of you.  He left this world helping others - what a beautiful tribute to him and his generosity of spirit.

Love and prayers continue,

Terri and Norm Kreisman

I first met Jake in summer camp when we were kids. A few years later, I found myself in the JROTC at Jesuit while Jake was the cadet commander.

Jake was a mentor to me before I ever understood what a mentor was. I'll always remember him as an intelligent, patient and witty gentleman--and we were only boys back then. I feel very fortunate having known him.

My deepest condolences to Jake's family and loved ones. I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

Our hearts go out to the Palumbo family and Freddie during  your time of sorrow. Wising you peace in the days ahead ,and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. God Bless
Vincent and Felicia Pigna (New Orleans)

Jake, you were a bright star that burned out too quickly.  You will live on in the fond memories of those of us that cared so much about you.

I was friends with Jake during law school - definitely one of my favorite people to chat with.   His passing is a huge loss.

Since I have had some questions, I want to let our friends from NOLA know that we will have a service in New Orleans at Lakelawn the morning of Monday November 17th.  I will post more details later.  Thanks for all the kind words.  You are all on target :)

Jake was influential to me in so many ways.  I don't think I'd have half the integrity or moral compass I grew to have as a man without the conversations we had as teenagers and young adults.  I don't think anyone he ever had a conversation with ever forgot meeting him:  he had that kind of charisma, the kind that makes you always want to be your best self.  I will truly miss him.

Jake was a gift to so many and always brightened a conversation or the whole room.  Even though he left the Sonnenschein firm years ago, his colleagues there still missed him.  Jake made the world a better place, and we are sending our thoughts and prayers to Jake's family and friends everywhere.

Jake,

Rest in Peace, Blue Jay. Your work is done. Let your memory inspire others to do great things.

May God bless his family and friends during this time. 

Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam (AMDG).

I always looked forward to Jake's lively conversation and wit.  He will be greatly missed by many.  My heart goes out to his family and friends during this time.

Jake's conversation and wit was always something to look forward to.  He will be greatly missed.   My heart goes out to all of his family and friends during this time.

Jake was an incredibly intelligent guy who had a profound influence on my life.  Some of the best friends I have today are people I either met through Jake, or because of Jake, because he had a great eye for smart, talented, and creative people - much like himself.  Jake taught me, through example, to be ambitious and to take risks, and that you should never be ashamed or apologetic for being a critical thinker.  I will never forget you, Jake, or the amazing conversations we had in the donut shops at 2AM over pots of coffee.  You have always been and will always be a unique soul, and I feel lucky to have known you.  Thank you for everything.

I was always proud to be Jakes friend and to have known him. he was a bright light in a dark world and I will miss him. I will try to add pics from our youth as I find them.

I will always remember how much Jake and I loved books and had great talks about history, his great love love for Song and cats.   My prayers to his parents, family and special friend. God's blessings to all.

OBITUARY

Jake Andrew Palumbo

20 April, 1975 – 6 November, 2014

Hoffmeister Colonial Mortuary

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