David Jacobs, 78

David Jacobs, 78, of Somers passed away on Saturday, Aug. 28, 2021, at his home surrounded by his family.

David was born to Lewis and Rita Jacobs, the oldest of four children they raised in Atchison, Kansas.

David worked at various occupations during his career, including railroad brakeman, millwright, and as a registered nurse. He was a highly devoted husband and father who poured his heart into his wife and five sons and his grandchildren.

He had a lifelong passion for restoring and maintaining vintage classic cars, namely 1960s Chevrolets. Throughout his life, David held a continuously growing relationship with our Savior, Jesus Christ. He was a member of Risen Christ Catholic Church in Kalispell. David enjoyed teaching others the word of Christ; he was active with local prison ministries for many years, and combined with his love and ability to mentor children taught religious education at his church parish,

David is survived by his wife, Mary, of 55 years; sons, Mathew (Cindy) Jacobs, Curtis (Debbie) Jacobs, Joshua (Treina) Jacobs, Nicholas (Valerie) Jacobs, and Andrew (Jessica) Jacobs; 11 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

Cremation has taken place.

A rosary will be said at 7 p.m Thursday, Sept. 16, at Risen Christ Catholic Church in Kalispell. A funeral Mass will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 17, at Risen Christ Church with Father Stan Rog officiating.

Darlington Cremation and Burial Service is handling arrangements.