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In Memory Of
Judith Marlene Jacobs
11/14/1942 - 07/10/2012

Judith Marlene Jacobs, 69, of Bloomington and formerly of Bedford, passed away on Tuesday July 10, 2012 at the IU Health Hospice House. Judith was born in Detroit, MI and was the daughter of Maurice and Sylvia Blumenthal. She graduated from Henry Ford High School and completed 4 years at Wayne State University where she earned a teaching degree. She earned her master’s degree from Indiana University with a specialization in Language Arts. Judith married Marshall Jacobs on June 14, 1964. She moved to Indiana and taught school for 46 years mostly first grade at Stalker Elementary in Bedford, IN. She retired from teaching in 2008. Judith and Marshall moved to Bloomington in August 2009. In addition to her teaching career, Judith (and Marshall) were active members of Little Theatre of Bedford. Judith was an avid gardener and regularly walked 3 or 4 miles a day. She also enjoyed reading and cooking. Judith touched the lives of many, many school children in Lawrence County and has a long list of dedicated friends in the community. She will be long remembered & sorrowfully missed. She (and Marshall) were members of Congregation Beth Shalom. She served on the Board of Directors on more than one occasion and was president of the Congregation for one 3 year term. Judith was diagnosed with Brain Cancer in September 2011. She battled valiantly until she succumbed to complications of the cancer resulting in pneumonia. Judith is survived by her only sibling, Elaine Horowitz of Huntington Woods, MI, her brother-in-law Marvin Horowitz and two nephews Ethan and Aaron Horowitz. Her husband of 48 years, Marshall Jacobs, also survives. Services will be 4 pm Thursday July 12, 2012 at Congregation Beth Shalom with Rabbi Brian Besser.

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I just heard the sad news. I had no idea she was ill. I worked with judith and Marshall many times over the years at LTB. I always cherished their friendship. Marshall, you are in my heart felt prayers. I shall remember Judith running up and down the stairs in Noises Off. It was such a joy to share the stage with her in that play. She was a sweet, funny lady, and she will be missed. Rest in peace, my friend.
Alan Craig - signed on: 07/17/2012
Marshall, I'm so sorry for your loss of Judith. She was such a special lady that I admired. It was a blessing to have been able to work with her and glean from her knowledge and talents. I do not take the paper and did not check email until Thursday night, otherwise I would have been at the service. I pray that God will give you strength to endure this saddness.
Tanya Chasteen - signed on: 07/16/2012
Mr. Jacobs,
I was so saddened to hear of Judy's passing. She was a special customer and a wonderful lady. We lady's of the 3d Bible Bookstore knew her by voice, name and face as a walking example of love and grace. I know that she is worshipping well today. May God comfort you and her family as only he can.
Stella Brock - signed on: 07/15/2012
Mrs. Jacobs was an amazing lady. My family has many wonderful memories from Stalker and Little Theater. She will be missed but know she was an amazing lady loved and admired by many. So glad I got the opportunity to know her and learn from her.
Marthea (Tlustek) Jackson - signed on: 07/13/2012
Marshall:

I almost fell off my chair when I saw the obit in the Times-Mail. I'll never forget the first play at LTB in which you two acted. From then on you seemed to bring your own special touch to whatever you acted in or directed, and I tell you, LTB won't be the same.
My deepest and heartfelt sympathies.
William Poling - signed on: 07/13/2012
I am so saddened to learn of Judith's passing. When I first moved to Bloomington Judith and Marshall made me feel so welcomed. Judith was such a lovely person and will be greatly missed.
Deborah Garretson - signed on: 07/13/2012
Mrs. Jacobs had my brother at Heltonville, way back when then had both my children at Stalker. She was a wonderful teacher and sweet lady. Everyone miss's her walking to school and her big smile.
Vonda Stevens - signed on: 07/13/2012
Marshall,
I am so very sorry to hear of your wife's passing! You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Tammy Holland
Tammy Holland - signed on: 07/13/2012
Mrs Jacobs was such a huge influence on so many. Her passion will be one of her legacies. RIP.
Robin Ira Lemieux - signed on: 07/12/2012
My condolences to family and friends. Mrs. Jacobs taught with my Grandfather(Chet Tincher) for many years and she was always one of my favorite teachers at Stalker. She will be greatly missed, we need more teachers with her dedication.
Jamie (Crane)Pittman - signed on: 07/12/2012
I also knew Mrs. Jacobs from Stalker. I did not have her for my first grade teacher, but my sister, Marcy, did. Mrs. Jacobs was strict, but very passionate about her job. I was able to work with her while I was a cadet teachier for Mrs. Buker in high school. Stalker's long list of caring teachers are why I am a teacher today and Mrs. Jacobs was definitely one of those. She will be dearly missed.
Misty Fields Crouch - signed on: 07/12/2012
My daughter and son were privileged to have Mrs. Jacobs' as their first grade teacher at Stalker School - some 30 years ago. I saw Mrs. Jacobs a few years ago at Fit for Life and I went up to her and said "I'm sure you don't remember me" and she just smiled and said, of course, I do - you're Robin and David's mom- how are they? She was a wonderful person, a wonderful teacher and she will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Judy Ira - signed on: 07/12/2012
I am so sorry for your loss. I did not realize she was sick. She was my 1st grade teacher at Stalker. Such fond memories of her. She was a great teacher. She will be greatly
missed by everyone. Thoughts and prayers.
Tammy Souder - signed on: 07/12/2012
Mrs. Jacobs was so kind to me when I worked as a substitue at Stalker several years ago. With subbing there are always school routines that are understood but not written down. She took time to let me know how things worked, and I will always appreciate that. After I obtained my teaching position, she would take time ask about me and my son. Her caring spirit was obvious, and she will be missed by many.
Rachel Fields - signed on: 07/12/2012
Oh Marshall -

I hardly know how to tell you how very sorry I am to learn of Judith's passing. I had no idea of her brain cancer. What I can tell you is how very dear my thoughts are of both of you. I am so grateful to have had the experiences in Little Theatre with each/both of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Judith was a light in so many ways - her light will now shine on you for always.

Julie
Julie Short - signed on: 07/12/2012
42 years ago I started first grade, and I've loved school since. I think a lot of my love of learning came because I had an amazing first grade teacher. She encouraged me, loved me, and believed in me.

She will always hold a special place in my heart. Love you, Mrs. Jacobs. (And no, I still can't call you Judy. You'll always be Mrs. Jacobs to me!)
Connie Chilton Bailey - signed on: 07/12/2012
Marshall, you know how much I admired and respected my friend Judith. Your loss, I know, is so much greater. She had so many great qualities, but particularly, she cared so much for others. And she was such fun to know. It was a privilege and a joy to be her friend. No one could be missed more.
Rick Inman - signed on: 07/12/2012
Mrs. Jacobs was the 1st grade teacher at Stalker for both me and my husband, Hans Braun. My son, Josef was fortunate to have her also as his 1st grade teacher. We lived close to school, and you could always see her walking home after school, everyday! Josef always got excited when we would pass her, and always wanted to yell and say hello to her as she walked home! RIP Mrs. Jacobs! Our thoughts go out to her family.
Terri Braun - signed on: 07/12/2012
Dear Marshall,
I so appreciate having had some time with Judith near the end of her life. Thank you. Her presence was a blessing and her memory will live on in me and continue to inspire me to be a better person.
Sending warm condolences to you,
Victoria
Victoria H. Bedford - signed on: 07/12/2012
Marshal,Our hearts go out to you in your hour of sorrow.Alex and Ginny Buchwald
alex buchwald - signed on: 07/12/2012
I am so sorry to hear that Judy lost her fight against the cancer. I will not be able to attend the memorial because I am out of town.I will miss her greatly and will be thinking and praying for the family.
Janice Kopsho - signed on: 07/12/2012
God has another wonderful angel!! She touched so many lives with her teaching. She cared about all of her children and went above and beyond to help a child. She was a true blessing for those that were lucky enough to have her as their teacher. She was a part of a wonderful Stalker School family, RIP Ms. Jacobs!!
Teresa Kenworthy Holler - signed on: 07/12/2012
I had Mrs.Jacobs proubly 30 years ago as my teacher at the Old Stalker this is very sad to learn of her passing . She was a wonderful teacher. She also taught my 2 oldest daughters as well. sadly missed...
niki sowders - signed on: 07/12/2012
Mrs. Jacobs was my Kindergarten Teacher at Heltonville. She made a huge impact in my life. She will be greatly missed.
Shelley Norman-Smith - signed on: 07/12/2012
R.I.P. Mrs. Jacobs! My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I had her as a 1st grade teacher 27 years ago. She was an amazing teacher!
April Tolliver - signed on: 07/12/2012
So sorry to hear this. Another legendary Stalker teacher gone too early.
Shauna Dalton - signed on: 07/12/2012
Thinking about you, and wishing I could join you in person. Judy was my teacher, and one of my favorites; a beautiful soul.
Kathryn Schuth - signed on: 07/12/2012
Marshall, Sorry we can not be with you at this time of grief.
Judith will always be remembered, her smiling welcoming face.
Our thoughts are with you and the rest of your family
Mimi and Milton
Mimi and Milton Taylor - signed on: 07/12/2012
Judith was a beautiful and caring person. She was so giving. I will cherish her memories. You are in my thoughts.
Cheryl Towle - signed on: 07/11/2012
Our deepest heartfelt sympathies on your loss. You are in our thoughts
Mark and Linda Klein - signed on: 07/11/2012


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