JEWISH CHRONICLE

PRESENT TENSE

LINDA JACOBS NEE LOFSTROM: Originally from McKeesport, PA, age 92, peacefully passed away on March 3rd , 2024 in Cincinnati, OH where she relocated in 2009 to be near her children and grandchildren. She was the loving wife of the late Jerold E. Jacobs originally from Duquesne, PA, beloved mother of Molly (Les) Polasky of Cincinnati, OH, John (Maria) Jacobs of Delaware, dear sister of the late Karin Broadhead, loving grandmother of Jerold C. Jacobs, Joseph Polasky, Daniel Polasky and Lilly Jacobs, and adoring "Mimi" to many. Linda was a lifelong learner and education supporter. She was the first in her family to attend college, became an elementary educator in the East Allegheny, PA school district and earned her Master's degree while teaching full time. She converted to Judaism before marrying the love of her life and served as a Temple David Sunday School teacher, Director of the Sunday School where she was famous for delivering lessons through her puppet Obidiah Owl. She also served as Sisterhood President and was the first female Congregation President. She has been a member of Temple Sholom since relocating to Cincinnati. Graveside Services and Interment will be held at Temple Sinai Memorial Park on Wednesday, March 6th at 3 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society or an organization supporting public education. Arrangements entrusted to Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc. www.schugar.com

PAST TENSE

LINDA JACOBS NEE LOFSTROM: Originally from McKeesport, PA, age 92, peacefully passed away on March 3rd , 2024 in Cincinnati, OH where she relocated in 2009 to be near her children and grandchildren. She was the loving wife of the late Jerold E. Jacobs originally from Duquesne, PA, beloved mother of Molly (Les) Polasky of Cincinnati, OH, John (Maria) Jacobs of Delaware, dear sister of the late Karin Broadhead, loving grandmother of Jerold C. Jacobs, Joseph Polasky, Daniel Polasky and Lilly Jacobs, and adoring "Mimi" to many. Linda was a lifelong learner and education supporter. She was the first in her family to attend college, became an elementary educator in the East Allegheny, PA school district and earned her Master's degree while teaching full time. She converted to Judaism before marrying the love of her life and served as a Temple David Sunday School teacher, Director of the Sunday School where she was famous for delivering lessons through her puppet Obidiah Owl. She also served as Sisterhood President and was the first female Congregation President. She has been a member of Temple Sholom since relocating to Cincinnati. Graveside Services and Interment were held at Temple Sinai Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society or an organization supporting public education. Arrangements entrusted to Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc. www.schugar.com

POST GAZETTE

LINDA JACOBS nee LOFSTROM: Age 92, peacefully passed away on March 3rd , 2024 in Cincinnati, OH. She was the loving wife of the late Jerold E. Jacobs, beloved mother of Molly (Les) Polasky, John (Maria) Jacobs, dear sister of the late Karin Broadhead, loving grandmother of Jerold C. Jacobs, Joseph Polasky, Daniel Polasky and Lilly Jacobs, and adoring "Mimi" to many. Graveside Services and Interment will be held at Temple Sinai Memorial Park on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at 3 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society or an organization supporting public education. Arrangements entrusted to Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc. www.schugar.com