Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Jacob Spencer Obituary
Jacob (Jake) Andrew Spencer lost his life in a tragic accident near McCloud, California on November 8th, 2009. He was nineteen years old. Jake was born in Eureka, California on August 7th, 1990. He attended Washington Elementary School, Zane Middle School, and graduated from Eureka Senior High School, class of 2008.
Jake enjoyed working at the local market, video store, and guest house where he currently resided in McCloud. He even got to help play chef a couple of times which was a childhood dream of his. He also enjoyed autoshop and was constantly working on one of his vehicles. He was one of those guys that believed that anything could be fixed with a can of WD-40, vice grips, and a roll of duct tape. As a self-proclaimed oakey, he liked to consider himself “King of the Doublewide.” On his days off, he could usually be found outdoors hunting, mobbing, or hanging out by the river. Jake was pretty much down for whatever as long as he was with his friends or family.
Jake will always be remembered for his kind heart, his generous nature, his fierce loyalty, and his boyish grin.
Jake had recently decided to join the Army. He was sworn in at MEPS in Sacramento, California on October 7th, 2009. He was planning on returning home for the holidays before departing to Fort Leonardswood, Missouri in February 2010. He was well on his way to becoming one of our Nation’s finest, but to those of us who knew and loved him he was already a hero.
Jake is survived by his parents Lori Arrington and her husband Larry, Mark Spencer and his partner Julie Brimm, his sisters Brooke Spencer and Paige Lyons, step-sisters Macey Lyons, Bridgette and her husband Jake Guthrie, their daughter Kyla and his step-brother Phillip Arrington and Max Brimm. He is also survived by his grandparents Sandi and Jim Bella , grandparents Sherrill and Darryle Story, his great-grandmother Doris Hastings, great grandfather Robert Pearce, his aunt and uncle Lisa and Linus Lorenzen, and close cousins Ashley, Brett, Caprice, Kale, Jaycee, Linus, and Lacey. He also leaves behind countless other family members and very close friends (you all know who you are). He was preceded in death by his grandfather Kenny Pearce and great-grandmother Jean Pearce, great-grandfather Chuck Hastings, great-grandparents Howard and Lois Vancleave and Leo and Darleen Spencer.
A memorial service will be held Friday, November 20th at 1pm at Grace Baptist Church located at 220 Buhne Street in Eureka.
In Lieu of flowers we have established a Scholarship fund in Jake’s honor through Eureka High. Please make checks payable to Eureka High Memorial Jacob Spencer fund.
Please sign the guestbook on-line at www.times-standard.com, click on obituaries.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Jacob Spencer
Mom
November 11, 2023
I miss you more today than ever. Rip my sweet son
Lori Pearce
November 11, 2020
Missing you even more with each passing day. I love you son.
November 30, 2009
Dear Sandi, Lori and Family...I was very sad to hear about the loss of Jake. I am sending my heart-felt love to you all.
Diane Arruda
November 27, 2009
Hey Bub...we are all here in McCloud talking about you and your are in all of our hearts and souls. You have SOOO many people who love you hon....we are trying to make it without you, but it's extremely hard. We are living on your memories and boy they are WONDERFUL! WE LOVE YOU :)
November 27, 2009
Dear Sandi, Lori & Family:
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Donna & Bill Hollenshade
November 24, 2009
Sandi & Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Bev Buckland
Wally Martins
Julie Brimm
November 23, 2009
Jake,
It's been two weeks since we found out that we lost you. All of us (your dad, mom, Larry, Brooke and myself) are still trying to figure out how to deal with the fact that we will never be able to see you, touch you, or speak to you again. We miss you every minute of every day. You are forever in our hearts and we love you so much. I miss your smile and rosy cheeks~ You were not legally my stepson but I never thought of you in any other way than my son. I LOVE YOU and miss you beyond words!
November 23, 2009
Dear Sherril and Darryle..I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Karen Sheets
Miranda Nelson
November 21, 2009
Dear Mark, Jules, and family,
I am so sorry to hear the loss of your Beloved Son.My heart goes out to you and your family. Cherish the wonderful memories that Jake gave us.The Lord will find the strength to give you to carry on.Jake was a gentle youn man and will be greatly missed.God Bless.
Love,
Miranda
November 21, 2009
Hank and I were so very sorry to hear about Jake-you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Fran and Hank
November 20, 2009
To Jake's family,
I went to school with Jake from elementary at Washington through our trying times as the new kids at Zane, and then the triumph of graduating high school. We grew apart by the time high school came along, but I always remember his beautiful smile and how nice he was when we played on the playground at Washington. His sparkling eyes will always be with me and I hope for him to always stay in your hearts, and remember that smile.
Love,
Kelsey Gustafson
November 20, 2009
Sandi,
I am so very sorry my friend. Please know that I am always here for you. You are always in my heart.
With much love and huge hugs,
Sue Stringer
November 20, 2009
Lori, Mark and family,
Brian and I cannot imagine the pain you all are going through. Please know that our hearts, prayers and love are with all of you during this difficult time. With heartfelt sympathy.
Brian and Sue Stringer
Robert Hall
November 20, 2009
Dear Jake,
There has been such an abundance of love coming from above these last several days. It shows in the hearts of all your family and friends who have been helping your Mom and loved ones with the strength all of us have needed.
You will always be with us in our hearts and, especially today, as we celebrate your life and the precious memories you have given us.
I love you,
Gramma Sandi
November 20, 2009
Lori, Mark and Family~
I am so deeply sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you ALL during this difficult time.
Ulu and Larry Stauffacher
November 20, 2009
Lori, Mark and all the family:
There are not enough words that can ease the pain you must feel. We are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Hold all the memories close to your hearts. Thinking of you from afar with love.
~Chris and Pat Christiansen
November 20, 2009
Sandi & Family~
I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
With Love,
Barbara Holmes
Kevin Kastler
November 19, 2009
Lori and Family, I am so very sorry for your loss.. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Jake was a GREAT young man.
Del and Candice Trask
November 19, 2009
We imagine there is no pain more far-reaching and deeper than losing a child. Our hearts go out to you and your family at this most difficult time.
Dona Williams
November 19, 2009
Sandi, and Family,
I am heartful sadden by the loss of your beloved grandson. You are the best grandmother and I know much you love Jake, as you do all your grandchildren. Know you are my wonderful friend I am here for you always. Love and prayers. Dona
Rae Bott
November 19, 2009
Dear Lori and Lisa,
It seems like yesterday when Brandon, Jake, and Ashley were all in day care together.
I am so sorry to hear about Jake. He was a neat young man. It was great to be able to see him at the high school when I started working there again.
My heart goes out to all of your families during this sad time.
My prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Rae Bott
Bridgett Hernandez
November 19, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Brooke told me so much about her brother I felt like I knew him! Keep strong. Bridgett Hernandez
Nancy and Mike Cobine
November 19, 2009
Dear Lori and Mark-
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Kathleen Del Grande
November 19, 2009
Sherrill and Family.........
I am so very sorry for your loss of your beloved grandson, Jake. I recently lost my younger brother and when I read about Jake he sounded so much like my brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
Tammi Cooksey-Jensen
November 19, 2009
Lori,
I am so sorry about the loss of your son. I pray in the months to come you are able to find some little bit of peace. My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family.
Cherie Zygaczenko
November 18, 2009
To Sherrill and all of Jacob's family, Please know how many of us at Eureka High School are thinking of you during this very difficult time and sending our deepest sympathies. We are so deeply saddened by your loss. Jacob will be greatly missed by so many.
Amber, Reno & Eden
November 18, 2009
Jake,
You touched the lives of so many people in the short time you were here. We will forever remember your sweet face and your big heart--you made us smile every day.
November 18, 2009
We were very sad to hear of your loss. May God bless all of you through this emotional and difficult time. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
~Dina and Brittany Romero
Levitt Family
November 18, 2009
Mark, Lori & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Thank God everyday for the wonderful memories because that is what is going to get you through this difficult time. Love to all.
Kären Hammer
November 18, 2009
Lori & Mark, and all of Jake's family and friends, Words can not express enough sorrow and actions will not show enough sympathy...yet somehow, we hope and pray that with each day as you embrace your memories that your hearts begin to heal. All our love,
Tim, Kären, Kady, Kendall, Jackson & Karsyn Hammer
November 18, 2009
To Larry,
We are so profoundly sorry for you loss. Thank you for being there for Jacob and for Lori.
Love,
Patty & Bobby
November 18, 2009
Dear Lori,Mark,& Girls,
We send our love and say prayers for you every night.
Patty & Bobby
Redding,CA
Diana Rocah
November 18, 2009
Lori, Mark, Brooke, Jules, and all of Jakes family. I am so sorry.I cant even imagine your pain. I will always remember Jakes big beautiful eyes, and his happy smile! My kids and I have some special memories of him. I thank you all for sharing him with us. Please take care of eachother. Brooke, I know the pain of losing a sibling if you need anything you know where to find me. love to you all. Diana
Ginny Prince
November 18, 2009
Lori,
I would like to extend my heartfelt sympathies to you, your family and friends in this time of loss.
Auntie Lisa
November 18, 2009
Jake, you are more like a son and brother to our family....we are at a loss without you but we will always be thankful that God gave you to us. You are "one of a kind", so loving, so loyal, and will always be our gentle giant. I will never forget all of the skeeming that you and Kale have done, we never knew what was comeing next. Your beautiful blue eye's, unforgetable smile and rosy cheeks will never ever be forgotten. We love you and miss you so much.
Sharlene Owens
November 17, 2009
Dear Lori,
I am so deeply saddened for your loss. My heartfelt prayer is you will be comforted by our Heavenly Father and that he will wrap you in love and comfort and bring peace to your heart. I pray that you will take comfort in all the happy wonderful memories you had with your precious boy! One day, you will hear your son say "mom welcome home" and you will be together again. With love and blessings to your family. Sharlene Montplaisir Owens, Or
Larry Hansen
November 17, 2009
I was so sad to hear of the loss of Jacob. Jacob was a student in my Auto shop class at Eureka High School,he was a true joy to have in class always willing to learn more about the skill of automotive. You will be missed by all who new you.I will always remember that great smile of yours. RIP Jacob
Tawnya Bacchetti
November 17, 2009
Lori, Mark and Family,
There are no words that will ease the pain of your loss, I hope you are taking some comfort in the love of your family and friends and the great memories you had with your son. Your in our thoughts and prayers. I wish there was a way we could make it to Eureka to support you in this, but we will be with you in spirit.
I was always so proud of you Jake, I love you and miss you very much! Your Dad
November 17, 2009
Denny Katri
November 17, 2009
I am so sorry Lori and Mark. There is no greater loss for a parent. Bless you Jake, and I for one, will never forget your smile.
Eddy H. Hastings
November 17, 2009
We are so sorry to hear of a loss in our family; especially one so young and full of life as Jake. Our thoughts and prayers are with Jake's parents and siblings and all the rest of his family and friends. Hold on to those happy, precious memories.
Wendy Head-Chapman
November 17, 2009
I can not even imagine what you are going through. Take comfort in the love and support of your friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.
Sharice Dyer-Shelofsky
November 17, 2009
Lori & family,
There are no words to express the heartfelt sorrow I feel for all of you. Know that he is at peace, and in God's hands. Hold on to your happy memories. Take good care of each other. Let your friends & family take care of you & help you.
November 17, 2009
We are so sorry about Jake. He was taken much too soon. You were blessed to have had such a precious gift in your life. Hold tight to your memories and let them find their way to heal you. Jake will be missed so much by all and we are here for you always...
With Love,
Todd, Shelly, Hayley, & Hunter
November 17, 2009
Lori,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you and your family.
Dana & Kyndra Williams
~MY HANDSOME SON...I LOVE YOU~
November 17, 2009
November 17, 2009
Jake, we will never forget your smile and rosey cheeks. Tory and Tristen have some funny memories with you that they will cherish forever and you were always so loving to Brynnie. We promise to do whatever we can to give your family the strength to get through this. You will be missed. Love, Marco and Judi Luna....and kids:)
Lori Arrington
November 17, 2009
Son...I don't even have words to tell you how much I LOVE YOU~ I can't imagine how I can go on without you, you were my "ROCK". I will forever cherish your beautiful smile, your sense of humor, your endless love you gave to me. You know how proud I am of you, as you poor thing you had to put up with me texting it to you every day!
I know my dad and all our other family up in Heaven are taking care of you now. I MISS YOU BUB AND LOVE YOU SOOOO MUCH.
November 17, 2009
Lori and family, We can't even imagine what you are going through at this difficult time, but hope it helps to know that we are thinking of you. We send our heartfelt sympathy to you and all the family.
Love, Diane and Dan Larkin, and girls
Trish Weir
November 17, 2009
We will miss you so much Jake, you have a special place in all of our hearts. Peace to you.
Trish & Max
Michelle Pentecost
November 17, 2009
Sad to hear of such a wonderful young man's life cut short much too soon. My family extends our deepest sympathy to yours in this difficult time.
Lori Pierce
November 17, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
November 16, 2009
Jake, you will always have a place in all of our hearts. Your sense of humor and kind smile will not be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. You will be greatly missed.
Love,
The Syvertsons
Kenny, Joan, Kandace & Kody
Showing 1 - 54 of 54 results
Make a Donation
in Jacob Spencer's name
Memorial Events
for Jacob Spencer
How to support Jacob's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Jacob Spencer's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
