The family of the late Nelson Grogan Jacobs is deeply saddened to announce his unexpected passing on September 16, 2026, at the age of 40 at the Lionel Kelland Hospice in Grand Falls-Windsor, NL.

Born on September 7, 1986. Nelson was the youngest child of Nancy and Leo Jacobs. He was a loving and caring child, qualities that he carried throughout his life. 

After many years of residing in Alberta and Ontario, Nelson returned to his home community of Westport, NL, in 2023. In recent years, Nelson fought through various health challenges. Despite these challenges, Nelson loved to stay busy and will be remembered throughout the community for his heart of gold, hardworking nature, and willingness to help anyone and everyone who needed it. 

Although he had no children of his own, Nelson was amazing with children. He always had time to play, listen to a story, and would often bring little treats for the kids, just because he could. 

Nelson was a loyal and supportive friend and family member. He will be deeply missed by his family, many extended relatives, and community members. 

Left with loving memories are his parents, Nancy and Leo Jacobs; siblings, Tara Gale (Vince), Randy Jacobs (Francine), and Amy Jacobs (Tyler); grandmother, Sophia Jacobs; uncles and aunts, Andy Gale, Darlene Gale-Theriault (Gerald), Joanne Gale (Audy), Georgina Gale, Roger Regular, David Sharp, Gary Dawe, Wallace Jacobs (Doris), Naomi Ricketts (Cluney), Eliol Jacobs, Daphne Jacobs (Tuan Lam), and Willie Chau; nieces and nephews, Amber (Jakob), Alexis (Cole), Kendall, Savannah, Zander, Julien (Alexanne), Kaden, Jason (Aurora), Bradley, Zoe, and Daniel; great-niece, Kayslin; and many cousins. 

Nelson was predeceased by his grandparents, Lawrence and Mabel Gale and Walter Jacobs; aunts, Elizabeth, Marion, Bernice, and Denise Chau; uncle, Hollis Jacobs; and cousin, Cathy Ricketts.

The public visitation will take place Sunday, September 20, 2026 from 2-4 pm at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home, 22 Main Street, Baie Verte, NL.

Celebration of Life to be announced at a later date. Interment will occur at St Peter's Cemetery in Westport.

Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Sunset Memorial Funeral Home, Baie Verte, NL