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Ida Gibson Jacobs


Sunrise: March 16, 1937
Sunset: March 28, 2020

Ida Gibson Jacobs peacefully transitioned to her reward on, March 28, 2020.  She was born on March 16, 1937 in Brooklyn, New York to the late Luther and Lila Gibson.

She attended P.S. 138 and graduated from Samuel J. Tilden High School in Brooklyn, New York.  After high school, Ida worked at the Brooklyn Library while attending college part-time.  After marrying Oliver in 1961, they moved to Portsmouth, Virginia.  She worked many years at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard before leaving to work in her husband’s construction company.

Ida accepted Christ as her Lord and savior at an early age and was a member of Holy Trinity Baptist Church.  After moving to Virginia she joined Noble Street Baptist Church where she enthusiastically served on the Davison Circle Ministry and wherever she was needed.  Many years later, she joined Mount Lebanon Missionary Baptist Church where she was a member of the KARAR Dance ministry, S.N.A.P. ministry, Children’s ministry and other auxiliaries in the church.  She loved to serve people and to spend time with the seniors. She understood the value of kingdom service.  Choir members and parking lot workers were blessed by her small tokens of love. If anyone needed something sown or a garment repaired, they knew she could and would take care of it.  She always saw those moments as opportunities to serve.

Ida was well known in Chesapeake Public Schools as a parent who advocated for young people.  Her support of her own children and the children of other families was limitless.  No child went without with her knowledge.

Ida is survived by her son, Oliver Jacobs, Jr.“Ollie”(Michelle); daughter Ida Jillayne “Jill” Lee (Wiley), Jacquelyn “Jackie” O. Jacobs, Onella Nicholson (William) ; one brother, Kenneth D. Gibson (Betty), brothers in-law Willie Samuel Jacobs (Ann), Ronald Jacobs (Marlene); sisters in-law Annie “Curly” Newell (Edward) and Shirley Jacobs; great aunt Lillie Jacobs Coleman; grandchildren Justin and Ashley Lee, Olivia, Athena, and Ryan Wimbish, Oliver, III, Embrezia King (Charles), Milan Morris, William Nicholson, Jr. (Crystal), Charles Nicholson (Setarra). Great-grandchildren – Natalie, Jada, and Saige. Special family included Johnny Johnson (Traci), Breqlyne, Jonathan and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, dear friends and former employees.

 

Graveside Service Friday, April 3, 2020 2:00pm Chesapeake Memorial Gardens 524 Cedar Road Chesapeake, VA 23322 The family is following the CDC and State of Virginia guidelines for funeral attendance. Services are entrusted to Metropolitan Funeral Service 120 W. Berkley Avenue Norfolk, VA 23523

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    Ethel Jacobs Briggs (Sister) says
    March 31, 2020 at 9:09 pm

    My thoughts and prayers are with you family. Your Mom was a jewel to all of us and will definitely be missed. I love you and if you need me I am just a phone call away.

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      Cyneese L. Johnson says
      April 2, 2020 at 8:47 pm

      I was heartbroken to hear of Your Mothers passing yesterday. My Love goes out to Jill,Jackie and Oliver during this very difficult time. I will forever hold her in my Heart. Mrs. Jacob’s was like My Second Mother. I am missing her now. There will Come Joy with God and Peace in the Morning. My Love and Prayers are will All Of You. R.I.P Cyneese Johnson

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      Doris Wingate and family says
      April 3, 2020 at 12:02 am

      Your mother’s sweet memories will always live in our hearts. May the precious love of Jesus console and comfort you. Doris Wingate and family ????

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    Walkertown Community says
    March 31, 2020 at 9:16 pm

    “A big tree has fallen in the forest.” Thank you for living your truth and your purpose

    Sister Ida Jacobs

    Rest in Eternal Peace thy good and faithful servant.

    Well done our sister . Well done. The battle fought, and the victory has been won!
    “May flights of Angels carry thee to thy rest.”

    Marvin E. Walker & the Entire

    Walkertown Community

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    Tony Hayward says
    April 1, 2020 at 12:00 am

    Ms. Ida, I’m sure you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. I’m so glad that I had a to talk with her a few weeks ago. Thank you for all your kindness to me and my family.

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      Lorraine Armstrong says
      April 1, 2020 at 8:27 pm

      April 1, 2020 at 7:19pm

      My family joins me in sending expressions of sympathy and love to the family of Mrs. Ida Gibson Jacobs. She was a shining light in our community and even when the family moved to Chesapeake, she continued to be that shining light.
      With Love and Prayers to All the Family,
      Lorraine Armstrong and Family

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    Hilda Cuffee says
    April 1, 2020 at 10:16 am

    What a privilege to have known this ‘blessed and highly favored’ woman of GOD. Her walk and wisdom will be greatly missed. Much love to her family who will carry on the legacy.

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    Loretta Barnard says
    April 1, 2020 at 1:10 pm

    My condolences to the family, friends, and love ones of this beautiful lady, Mrs. Ida Jacobs during this time. May God continuously bless and comfort comfort you all.

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    The Newkirk Family says
    April 2, 2020 at 10:09 am

    Remembering our beautiful and caring Cousin Ida Mae.  
    Like her mother Aunt Mae, she always had kind words of wisdom to share. She will be missed.  We are sending prayers for comfort and peace. Her legacy of love lives in you all.  Precious memories live in you all.  
    With Deepest Sympathy
    The Newkirk Family

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    Mohammed Turay says
    April 2, 2020 at 10:42 am

    I met mrs ida last year at the baby shower for saige. She left an impression on me of a strong loving woman. On that day I understood why oli spoke so greatly of his mother. May god guide you greatly on your journey home. I only met you once,but your son and I are brothers & I’ve always regarded you as mom. R.I.P

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      LaVerne Avant says
      April 16, 2020 at 11:21 am

      Oh my goodness I was so surprised to hear about the passing of Ms. Ida. Oh she was and is an angel. I will miss her lovely spirit. I enjoyed her company when I would see her out and at the Indian River Craft Show. She put so much love into everything she did. She will be so missed and I am sending love and prayers to the family. God bless you and if you need us for anything please do not hesitate to get in touch. Praying for comfort and peace as sweet memories of her surround you.

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    Esther Brinson says
    April 2, 2020 at 11:26 am

    Our hearts are saddened by the transitioning of our dear “Ida”.
    We will miss her beautiful smile and words of encouragement.
    She was very special to our family and will always be remembered.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you in the trying days ahead.

    Cousins of Rhynes Cross Road
    The Joel and Carrie Walker Family

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    Frances Joannides says
    April 2, 2020 at 12:06 pm

    Mrs. (Maga) Ida Gibson, from the day I met you I always respected you as a beautiful strong woman who raised three incredible children. You are the mother-in-law of my twin sister Michelle Jacobs, who greatly loved and adored you. She often spoke about and so highly of you to the point that I felt I knew you just as equally. You lived a wonderful life on earth with loved ones surrounded by you. Now it’s time to join your husband in heaven and continue to be love. RIP Maga…we love you!

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      Frances Joannides says
      April 2, 2020 at 12:09 pm

      Mrs. (Maga) Ida Gibson Jacobs, from the day I met you I always respected you as a beautiful strong woman who raised three incredible children. You are the mother-in-law of my twin sister Michelle Jacobs, who greatly loved and adored you. She often spoke about and so highly of you to the point that I felt I knew you just as equally. You lived a wonderful life on earth with loved ones surrounded by you. Now it’s time to join your husband in heaven and continue to be love. RIP Maga…we love you!

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    Cynthia R Johnson says
    April 2, 2020 at 12:58 pm

    What an awesome opportunity to have know such a fantastic person. I only have wonderful memories of her. Lifting the family up in prayer, during this time of sadness….

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    Sherry Riddick says
    April 6, 2020 at 3:23 pm

    I extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family. May the soul of your mother be at peace with our Heavenly Father.

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    Chante Roberts says
    April 7, 2020 at 4:53 pm

    May GOD give all of you comfort. Cousin Ida was truly a blessing to my mother and thereby me. GOD’S blessings,
    Cousin Chante’

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    Linda Holley says
    April 10, 2020 at 5:21 pm

    Just heard today that you’ve slept away…
    Thank you for being my inspiration in business! You taught me more in moments about embroidery and strategy than I have learned in years of college. You were simply the best!

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    Lamont Simmons says
    April 12, 2020 at 12:26 pm

    “My deepest sympathy goes out to the family, friends, colleagues and neighbors on the passing of the beloved Ida. She is sorely missed”

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