Rusty Russell Reed Jacobs

Russell Reed “Rusty” Jacobs (August 24, 1968 – October 29, 2015) was a devoted husband, loving father and active member of his community. Born in Salt Lake City to Reed M. Jacobs and Clarann C. Larsen, Rusty grew up locally, graduated from Cottonwood High School and later attended the University of Utah where he was a member of Sigma Chi. He married Jana Stolk in the Salt Lake Temple and together they raised four children.

A faithful member of the LDS Church, Rusty served a mission in Kentucky and held many ward responsibilities over the years. He cared for others through volunteer service as well — serving on the board of the Children’s Service Society and supporting neighborhood service efforts. Family activities were central to his life; he loved sharing sports with his children, whether skiing, camping, surfing, or coaching soccer and baseball. His enthusiasm on the golf course earned him the playful nickname “Bam Bam.”

Professionally, Rusty worked as a marketing investment advisor for Utah Retirement Systems, where colleagues remember his practical counsel and steady presence. He is survived by his wife Jana; children Keeva (Antonio) Juarez, Sean (Angie), Julie and Josh; grandchildren Matthew, Lucas, Tyson Juarez and Alexa Jacobs; his mother Clarann C. Larsen (Jacobs); sister Kathy (Brian) Wonnacott; and extended family including in-laws from the Stolk family.

Rusty’s family and friends recall a man who loved his family fiercely, took joy in teaching and playing with his children, and whose willingness to help others shaped much of his life. Funeral services were held November 2, 2015, with interment at Larkin Sunset Lawn Cemetery. He is remembered with gratitude for the warmth, guidance and service he brought to those around him.