John N. Jacobs

John (Nick) Jacobs, 88, of Wernersville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the Reading Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Barbara J. Jacobs. Together they shared 68 years of marriage.

Born on September 19, 1936, in Virginia, Minnesota, he was the son of the late Julius John and Maria (Keto) Jacobs. Nick was predeceased by his brother, Eric Jacobs.

He served proudly in the United States Navy Reserve. During his life, he was employed by the Government Printing Office as a Master Printer, until retiring in 1997.

Nick was an avid golfer, enjoyed reading, ping pong, and spending time with family.

John is survived by his wife Barbara, of Wernersville; children, Catherine A. Hach, wife of Richard G. Hach, of Roanoke, Virginia; Elaine M. Runyon, wife of Alexander "Sandy" Runyon, of New Gloucester, Maine; Janet L. Dearstyne, wife of Kenneth E. Dearstyne, of Sinking Spring; Matthew P. Jacobs, of Falls Church Virginia; along with 8 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at the Phoebe Berks Chapel 1 Reading Drive Wernersville, PA 19565 on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 10:00am. Online condolences may be made to www.beanfuneralhomes.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent in memory of Nick Jacobs for HCC residents to: Phoebe Berks Receptionist 1 Reading Dr. Wernersville, PA 19565.