Sylvia Jenkins "Connie" Jacobs

Sylvia Jenkins "Connie" Jacobs, age 96, passed away peacefully at Hospice of Union County, on Thursday, July 16, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. Born February 15, 1924 in Maryville, TN, where she was raised, Connie was the third of three children of Sylvester and Mary Garner Jenkins. She and her husband, Fred, settled in Gastonia, NC to make their home with their 3 children. They later retired to Monroe, NC to be closer to family. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 68 years, Fred G. Jacobs. She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Rose Fehrenbaker and Ruth Hickman, and grandson, Chip Hope. Connie was a devoted mother of Linda Hope (Chris) of Monroe, Teresa Klemmer (John) of Longs, SC, and Dan Jacobs (Ann) of Weddington. She was the loving Grandmother (MomMom) of Chip Hope (deceased), Carrie Hope Hargett (Jack), Jeff Clemmer (Carey), Jennifer Clemmer Ellis (Mark), Melissa Jacobs Schacher (Steven), and Danny Jacobs, Jr. Connie was the matriarch of 5 generations and adored her 14 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren. Connie lived a full life as a loving wife, mother/grandmother and homemaker. She loved cooking and is famous for her banana bread and baklava, among many other favorites. She enjoyed fashion, shopping, and keeping up with the latest styles and decor. She kept an immaculate house and a yard full of beautiful flowers. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family. In lieu of flowers and other expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to Hospice of Union County 700 W Roosevelt Blvd, Monroe, NC 28110 or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959. A private family memorial will be held at Gordon’s Funeral Service. Unfortunately, there will not be a visitation due to the current public health & safety. Gordon Funeral Service and Crematory 1904 Lancaster Ave, Monroe, NC 28112 is caring for the Jacobs Family.