I feel incredibly grateful and blessed to have had Jacob as one of my closest and dearest friends for the past 20 years. I met Jacob when I was 16 years old. We met at Subway, where he trained me. My first impression was that he was one of the sassiest and snarkiest people I had ever met. That impression definitely never changed—but thankfully, I got to know so much more of who he was.

One memory that still makes me laugh is the day a customer became angry with Jacob because he was making his sandwich “too fast.” Jacob, being Jacob, couldn’t have cared less. Instead of backing down, he sarcastically encouraged the customer to be very thorough with exactly how he planned to report Jacob to our boss. That was Jacob—quick-witted, unapologetically himself, and absolutely hilarious.

As the years went on and our friendship grew, I learned that underneath all that sass and snark was one of the most caring, kind, funny, and genuine people I have ever known. He was always ready to have a good time, and I will forever cherish the memories we made together—going to concerts, dancing all night, playing games, camping, Vegas, sharing countless dinner dates, and laughing until we couldn’t breathe. Jacob had the best laugh.

Our time together was cut far too short, but our friendship was one of the realest and most meaningful friendships I have ever had. Twenty years of friendship gave me so many memories that I will carry with me for the rest of my life. I am going to miss you more than words can say, my sassy friend. I hope you’re somewhere with Grandma and Cody, making people laugh, causing just a little trouble, and being unapologetically you. But most importantly, I hope you are at peace. 

I love you so much, and I will carry our friendship and all of our memories in my heart forever.

Oh Jakey,  I can't imagine not hearing your voice or getting texts at all hours.  You sending me Taylor Swift songs knowing I'm not a fan, but sending them anyway.  I hope you know how loved you were.  Come visit me in my dreams and we'll dance in the stars.  I'll love you forever and always!

It’s hard to put into words what Jake meant to us because he was so much more than a friend. I originally met Jake through Kyle—he was Kyle’s best friend and already part of his family—but somewhere along the way, he became my best friend too. He became family to both of us.

Jake was there through some of the happiest and hardest moments of our lives. Even during the year Kyle and I were separated, Jake was there for me every day. He loved us both and wanted nothing more than to see our little family back together.

Some of my favorite memories are simply Jake being Jake—coming over, having drinks, blasting EDM, laughing and partying, or spending summer days in our pool tanning and enjoying life. Then there were the adventures. After an ILLENIUM concert one night, we were watching videos of Ultra Music Festival saying how badly we wanted to go someday. Jake decided, “That’s it. We’re going. We’re planning it.” And we did. We eventually got to experience Ultra together twice—memories I will treasure forever.

That was Jake. Whether it was Taylor Swift, ILLENIUM, EDM, a festival, or just an ordinary night at home, he made memories with us that I’ll carry for the rest of my life.

Jake once told Kyle and me how much it meant that we never treated him differently and always showed up for him. I wish I could tell him again that we showed up simply because we loved him—exactly as he was.

I would give anything for one more pool day, one more night listening to EDM, or one more crazy idea Jake decided we were actually going to make happen.

I love you, Jake. Thank you for being Kyle’s best friend, becoming mine, and becoming an irreplaceable part of our family and our story. I hope wherever you are, the music is loud. ❤️

I've known Jacob since I was 16; we were "the Jacobs." We spent so many nights together I couldn't even count them all. He was always there. If we were doing something, he was there. Our family looked at him like he was a part of our own. He was there for decorating Christmas cookies, making pumpkin rolls, birthdays, and holidays. We had a lot of nights where friends would get together and throw darts until the sun rose. He was such a good person—always laughing and making people laugh. That was just Jacob, though. He loved his people and we loved him. He was one of the easiest people to talk to because he was so real. He was always welcoming. We had so many nights where we would just tuck into a corner and have the realest conversations about life. You’ll always be a brother in my eyes, and you will be deeply missed. Not only by me, but by so many people. He impacted so many people's lives because he was such a great person. My heart goes out to his family and the people closest to him. I love you, buddy.

Our friendship started about 14 years ago. We shared an office at work for years. He was there for me to make me laugh or throw darts so hard they broke when life was hard. 
One funny memory I have is when I was pregnant with my son and we decided to name him Cody. He didn’t tell me for for years he named his dog that. 🤣
There were so many times we went out after work to blow off steam. Whether it was at the Night Owl, at someone’s house, downtown, it never mattered. He was there for it all. 
The relationship grew as we did. Most recently we were able to whine about our hip replacements and getting older together. A far cry from our crazy nights we used to share. But that was Jacob. There for the fun nights and there for the not so fun days. 
I still hear your voice. I hear your laugh. I see your headphones on. I still see the text telling you no we can’t go skydiving.
 I will always love you Jacob and I will forever miss you.  💕

OBITUARY

Jacob Nathan Trujillo

September 27, 1989 – August 22, 2026

Olinger Funeral, Cremation & Cemetery - Highland

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