Ralph “Jack” Jacobs, 80, of Hot Springs, Arkansas passed away Saturday, February 28th, 2015. He was born July 10, 1934 in St. Louis, Missouri to Isidor and Mildred Seiz Jacobs. Ralph was a very loving husband, father, and grandfather. He loved his family, and enjoyed spending time working crossword puzzles, computer, and reading. He once said “Books are my best friend”. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death his brother, Louis Woodcock. Cherishing his memory are his wife of thirty eight years, Patsy Langley Jacobs; three children, Rhonda Carpenter (Joey), Kenny Cagle, and Jerry Myers; five grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, March 4th, 2015 from 6:00 until 8:00 PM, at Gross Funeral Home. A celebration of Ralph’s life will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, March 5th, 2015 in the chapel of Gross Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Jones Cemetery. The online obituary, guestbook, and memorial tribute are available at www.grossfuneralhome.com.