Bettie Jean Jacobs, age 72, of Columbia City, IN, formerly of Ligonier, IN passed away at 10:02 am on Thursday, August 19, 2021 at her son’s home. She was born on August 16, 1949, the daughter of Fred and Suzanna (Beechy) Jones in LaGrange County, IN. In 1969 she married Rudolph L. Jacobs Sr., he preceded her in death in 1977.
Bettie is survived by her children, Rudolph L. “Rudy” (Wendy) Jacobs of Columbia City, Ella (Bill) Demuth of Greenville, SC, and Bob (Stephanie) Jacobs of Cromwell, IN; nine grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren; four brothers, Ivan (Carolyn) Jones of Albion, IN, Kenneth Jones of Topeka, IN, Raymond (Linda) Jones of Ligonier, IN, and Larry (Liz) Jones of Bristol, IN; along with several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and an infant daughter, Vickie Jacobs; siblings, Alvin Jones and Mary Lou Miller.
Bettie graduated from Central Noble High School and worked for Acadia Polymers in Ligonier for many years. She loved to crochet, garage saling, and having fun with her family. Bettie attended Big Lake Church of God and loved The Lord. She was one tuff lady and fought until the end, living a decade longer than the doctors expected.
A cremation committal will take place at Legacy Cremation & Remembrance Center. The family will host a celebration of Bettie’s life at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Riley Hospital for Children, 705 Riley Hospital Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46202.
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