Richard Alvan Jacobs Jr., 51, of Vinton, Virginia, was called home to be with our Lord and Savior on Wednesday, May 18th, 2022. He was born in Roanoke, Virginia on December 11th, 1970, and was an arborist and the proud owner/operator of Jacobs Tree Worx.

Richard was blessed with a large, loving family. He married his best friend and the love of his life, Angela Jacobs. With patience, discipline, and humility, he raised three lovely daughters.  He instilled in them the importance of hard work and pursuing their aspirations.

Richard was a simple man who adored his wife, children, and family beyond words.  He was kind and had an infectious laugh and he wanted to be the best father, son, husband, brother, and friend he could be and to live and love without regrets. Richard will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

Richard is survived by his wife of 23 years, Angela Jacobs; his loving mother, Emma Jacobs; father, Richard (Jake) Jacobs Sr.; sisters, Teresa Bornstein (Howard) and Jennifer Jacobs (Selina); daughters, Ashley Tabor, Allysa Barnett, Cara Jacobs, and Brittney Dickerson (Thomas); four grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and other family and friends.

A Celebration of Life, w here we'll share our favorite memories of Richard, will be held at Valley Funeral Home on Peters Creek Road in Roanoke on Thursday, May 26th, from 5 pm -7 pm.

"When I leave this world, no suits or dresses, just plain ol' jeans and t-shirts, no tears-no regrets. I will be waiting on the other side." ~ Richard.