John Connor Jacobs

Connor was a resident of Pelham, Alabama and the son of Kristen and Jack Jacobs. He also leaves behind his younger sister, Elizabeth Jacobs and his noble steed Harrison.

Connor was also survived by his paternal grandparents Johnny Jacobs (Cheryl) of Clanton, Alabama; Laurel Akin (Robert)of Enterprise, Alabama and maternal grandparents Pat and Marcia Murrah of Columbiana, AL. He was also survived by his uncle Michael Jacobs (Jennifer) of Sterret, Alabama; Emily Nix (Ronnie) of Lemoore, California and Patrick Murrah (Leslie) Gardendale, Alabama.

He is also survived by cousins Ethan Nix, Chloe Nix, Cade Murrah, Madelyn Jacobs, Perrin Jacobs and Easton Murrah, each of whom are nearly as amazing as he was.

Connor was a student at the Linda Nolen Learning Center where he received his therapy and education from their loving and caring staff. When Connor was not in school he enjoyed playing baseball in the fall with his friends in the Field of Angels program. Connor’s batting average and speed with rounding bases was legendary, setting many league and state records that will stand for years to come.

Most recently he had participated in the Special Olympics 50-yard dash to a very tight second place finish despite pulling a hamstring in the last 20 feet. He was training for the next season, vowing to never lose again. Connor was also an accomplished rider having gained valuable experience at Camp Jared on multiple occasions. He was an early favorite to compete on the Olympic Dressage team for 2020.

While not willing to rest on his athletic prowess, Connor spent many hours honing his literary skills through a program with Sesame Street University. He was also nearing completion of his engineering degree (civil) from the time he spent watching Sid the Science Kid. Through this extensive training, it is believed that Connor had completed the plans to bring down Skynet though due to security concerns these reports cannot be confirmed at this time.

Connor believed in supporting the arts and spent many occasions with VSA of Alabama perfecting his artistic mastery. While having the opportunity to work in multiple mediums, including clay, it was the love and talent for painting that brought him back year after year. He had many of his masterpieces sold at auction and graciously agreed to have all proceeds donated each year to support his fellow artists. Many thanks to the professionals at Greenvale Pediatrics for their patronage of his artistic endeavors.

Most recently, Connor was inducted into the Order of Acolytes at Morningstar United Methodist Church. Through extensive training and work he had become a servant in the church, providing a leadership role for his peers and others in the worship service. The family thanks the Morningstar Church for their loving support of Connor in achieving this honor.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers that donations be made to the Linda Nolen Learning Center (2280 Hwy 35 Pelham, AL 35124) for their soon to be established Connor Jacobs Jedi Apprenticeship Program. Or, please give to the Field Of Angels (PO Box 645 Calera, AL 35040): Connor Jacobs Homerun Derby Memorial. Both programs brought Connor much joy and will strive to produce many young individuals as great as Connor.