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Robert Paul Jacobs age 60 of Griffith, passed away on Saturday November 1, 2025, surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife of 25 years Lori; children Ben Jacobs and Emma (Aaron Colley) Jacobs; siblings Marty (fiancée Jennifer Cimbaljevich) Jacobs, Patty Pilarczyk, Judy (Dean) Salczynski, Jimmy (Aimee) Jacobs, and Johnny (Ki) Jacobs; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; and by his mother-in-law Myrna Vandergriff. Robert was preceded in death by his parents James and Katherine Jacobs.
Memorial services will be held on Saturday November 8, 2025, at 7:00pm at White Funeral Home with Pastor Brandon Rukes officiating.
Friends may meet with the family on Saturday November 8, 2025, from 3-7:00pm at White Funeral Home located at 921 W. Glen Park Ave (45th Ave) in Griffith.
Robert retired from UPS after 28 years. He was a die-hard Notre Dame fan, music enthusiast, and enjoyed going to Disney World. He was a member of DC Softball and was the founder of the Bubba Classic Golf Tournament.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Griffith Animal Shelter 115 N. Broad St. Griffith, Indiana 46319
For more information, please contact White Funeral Home at (219) 924-4100.
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