Louis Oliver Jacobs Jr.

It is with sadness that the family of Louis Oliver Jacobs, Jr. announces his passing on November 1, 2019. He passed away peacefully after a short battle with cancer and spent his final days surrounded by family and friends at the home of his companion, Helen. Louis was born on October 26, 1932 in Washington, D.C. to Louis, Sr. and Irene Jacobs. He grew up in Arlington, Virginia with his three sisters, Shirley, Thelma, and Barbara, where he played football at Washington and Lee High School. After graduation he joined the Army, serving his country in the Korean War. Upon returning home he began working for Arlington Printers & Stationers. He was a dedicated employee for 44 years, retiring as a Master Printer. He was married to Margaret "Peggy" Rowe and raised two children, Lori and Larry, in Manassas Park, Virginia. Peggy loved to cook and always made sure Louis never had a bad meal. Louis was known to many as an all-around good guy, who was hardworking, loyal, and someone who always finished what he started. In his spare time, he enjoyed long car rides in the country and trips to Virginia Beach, Williamsburg, and Nags Head. He also loved model trains, his pet dogs, westerns and rooting for Washington, D.C. sports teams. Louis is preceded in death by his wife, Peggy, his father, Louis, Sr., his mother, Irene, and his sisters, Shirley and Thelma. He is survived by his children, Lori and Larry, his sister, Barbara, his grandchildren, Evan, Janelle, Stephanie, and Tyler, and his great-grandchildren, Jacob, Jase, Julie, and Isaiah. A visitation will be held at National Funeral Home on Saturday, November 9th, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. followed by a funeral service at 12:00 p.m. Flowers may be sent to 7482 Lee Highway, Falls Church, VA 22042.