It is with broken hearts that the family of the late Michael Frank Jacobs announces his tragic passing near  Westport, NL on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, aged 42 years.

Michael is predeceased by his grandfather - Henry Decker; sister-in-law - Caddy Jacobs.

He leaves to mourn, his loving partner and best friend - Anita Gavin; children - Makayla Colbourne, Daniel, Kim, Morgan-Ann (Philip); granddaughter - Lena; parents - mother & stepfather, Judy Sheppard (Eric), father - Ernest Jacobs; grandmother - Doris Decker; parents-in-law – Rex & Bonnie Jacobs; siblings – Lorne Decker (Charlene), Valarie Jacobs (Gervase); nieces – Sandy Adams, Amelia Adams; nephews – Riley Adams, Logan Decker, Liam Decker; brother-in-law – Shannon Jacobs – children: Allie, Kiana & Riley; sister-in-law – Melinda Parsons – children: Tyler, Ashley, Kellie, & Taliyah; also a large circle of family & friends near and far.

Mike and Anita shared a special love for spending time together and enjoying the things Mike loved most. Whether it was fishing, hunting, spending time in the outdoors, or simply being together, those moments were made even more special because they shared them side by side. Their time together was filled with love, laughter, and memories that Anita will cherish forever.

Mike had a special love for fishing, hunting, and especially spending time on the trap lines.

Mike's Trail

He loved the early mornings, with a cup of tea in his hand, when the woods were still before the world had come alive. He loved walking quietly through the woods, along the trails of his trapline, surrounded by the peace of the country he loved.

He loved the water too – the sound of the waves, the pull of the tide, and the freedom of being out on the boat.

Whether on the water or walking through the woods, there was no place he'd rather be. And though his journey has taken him beyond the trails and waters we know, we will think of him often-

in the quiet of the morning, along a familiar trail. or looking out across the water.

Forever free. Forever loved. Forever missed.

A private viewing for family and close friends only, will take place on Monday, August 31, 2026 from 2:00PM to 4:00PM and 6:00PM to 8:00PM at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home, 22 Main Street Baie Verte, NL.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Sunset Memorial Funeral Home, 22 Main Street, Baie Verte, NL.