Jakob Anthony Jacques’ incredible life journey began on August 28, 1997 in Houston, Texas and that journey inspired and uplifted so many in just 23 short years. His life journey transitioned on October 5, 2020 in Houston.
Jakob lived an amazing life, where he was very successful, often found motivating and encouraging others to reach far beyond what seemed possible.
Jakob was a very proud graduate of the Class of 2017 from Ridge Point High School in Missouri City, Texas. He was known throughout his high school career as the Ridge Point Panthers “number one fan”. Jakob was currently a sophomore at Houston Community College, where he was working on a Finance degree, planning to follow in his father’s footsteps by working in the financial markets.
Jakob loved sports. Jakob was an enthusiastic fan of Lebron James and the Lakers and also of Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He enjoyed music of many genres, attending concerts and also traveling. One of his favorite genres of music was EDM and he was so excited to have been able to attend the Electronic Daisy Carnival (EDC) in Orlando. His love of music will be a feature of his Celebration of Life.
Jakob was known for his fashion forward looks and creating a spirit of laughter and joy among his family and friends. He loved his 1950’s restored truck and attending car shows. His greatest love in life was spending quality time with his family and his cherished friends.
Jakob’s greatest gifts were of charity and generosity to others. He shared his physical challenges in life as an example that with hard-work, determination, and perseverance, that a person can accomplish anything. He frequently told others, when they were facing a challenge, to remember that “this is just a minor set-back for a major out-come”. His positive and encouraging example in life has made a strong impact in the lives of many other young people and adults alike.
Jakob is deeply loved by his father Jake Jacques and Kristin, his mother Shellye Smith, his brother Gabriel, his sister, Bianca, his grandmothers, Rosie and Gloria, as well as his step sisters Ryland and Taylor. He also is very loved by his uncles Mike and Jerry and his aunt Velia and his god father Alonzo and his family. Jakob, due to his incredibly outgoing personality also has a very large circle of friends and extended family, who cherish him so very much. Jakob’s grandfathers, Joe and Randy preceded him.
Although Jakob is no longer with us in a physical presence, his life, his spirit, his compassion, and his generosity, are embedded deeply within each of our hearts and will live throughout time eternal as an example of how to be a genuinely good person.
He will continue to touch others, as he generously was an organ donor and gifted others with the gift of sight and life. His continuing touch will affect others as his dad, Jake, is establishing a foundation to do good and offer support to others in Jakob’s memory.
In honor of Jakob, make someone laugh today, share a random act of kindness, or encourage another to reach success. This world is much better for his being with us.
A Celebration of Life, including music, reflections, and Liturgy will occur on Saturday, October 10, 2020 at The Settegast-Kopf Co. @ Sugar Creek at 11:00 O’clock in the morning. A reception in Jakob’s honor will follow in the Settegast-Kopf Reception Hall. Fr. Rick Ward-Harder will be principle Celebrant of the Liturgy.
If you are unable to attend the Celebration of Life, you are invited to attend via live stream. The services will be live streamed by The Settegast-Kopf Co. at https://www.facebook.com/SettegastKopf/ The live stream will begin on Face Book approximately 10:55 AM.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in honor and memory of Jakob to either, Be The Match https://bethematch.org/ , or to The Make a Wish Foundation https://wish.org/texgulf .
In observance of current healthcare guidelines and in compassionate care for the families we serve, The Settegast-Kopf Co.@ Sugar Creek adheres to the use of facial masks and social distancing protocols. The wearing of a mask and social distancing is required in our funeral home.
You are invited to visit the interactive online guest book for Jakob. You may leave a brief tribute or words of condolence, as well as share photos. The online guest book may be visited at www.settegastkopf.com.
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