Craig Owen Jacobs

It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Craig Owen Jacobs on July 4th, 2026. Our hearts are broken and will miss him immensely.

Craig was born May 22, 1952 in Emmett, Idaho to Owen Spencer and Agnes Emmaline Jacobs. The youngest of eleven, he was completely spoiled by eight sisters and a wonderful mother.

At nine he moved to Germany with his family where his father served as President of the Bavarian Mission. Craig attended a German school and mastered the German language and German Fußball. He went on to play soccer at Highland High School and was Captain of the BYU Mens Soccer Team. He loved the game! Craig was an amazing athlete, no matter the sport.

After earning a degree from BYU he attended the Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine where he received most Proficient In Podiatric Surgery Award upon graduating.

He and his wife, Kathy, just celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Those fifty years have been filled with beautiful children, beautiful grandchildren and beautiful adventures.

Craigs love of God was only matched by the love of his children, James Owen (Lisa), Aaron Craig (Kristin), Amy Kathryn (Aaron), Sarah Elizabeth (Troy) and Isaac Daniel (Phoebe). He taught them principles so they would experience success in all areas of their lives, family being the most important.

Being a father was his most sacred role. Teaching all his children the value of work, integrity, education, faith and honesty with yourself and the Lord. Often it was others children that benefited from his wise and honest advice on how to better your life.

His ‘tips’ and love for us will forever remain in our hearts.

A Memorial Service will be held Friday, July 10th at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E. Dimple Dell Rd. (10600 S.), Sandy, Ut. 84092

A viewing will be held 12:30-1:30. The funeral service will follow at 2:00.

To view Craig's service online via Zoom, please click the tab above that says "Watch Services" or follow this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85676816233