Linda Jacobs Peerless - Cremation Society of Virginia

Linda Jacobs Peerless

December 7, 1941 - August 16, 2019

Tabernacle UMC

1265 Sandbridge Rd.

Virginia Beach, VA 23456

Saturday 9/7, 11:00 am - 12:00 am

Linda was born on December 7th, 1941 in Raleigh, North Carolina to Arnold and Kathryn Jacobs. She was a graduate of Needham Broughton High School in 1959 and Women’s College of Greensboro (UNCG) in 1963 with a degree in elementary education. She was a creative and innovative teacher who touched the lives of many children in Virginia Beach, Northern Virginia, Atlanta and Raleigh for 41 years. She was a longtime member Of Church of the Ascension in Virginia Beach.

Linda is survived by her husband and loving caretaker of 45 years, Stanford R. Peerless, daughter Kendall Jenkins Shuffler and her husband, Jim, daughter Amy Jenkins Eaton and her partner, Kenny Lucas, step-children, Jennifer and Josh Peerless, sisters Nancy Jacobs Jenkins and Betsy Jacobs Miller and her husband David and a host of nieces and nephews that she adored. Over the years, Linda was gifted with many “titles.” Amongst those were: #1 Tarheel Basketball Fanatic (GO HEELS), Brooklyn/LA Dodger fan, Democrat, Personal Shopper, Fashionista, feminist and Labrador retriever lover, yet the title she relished and was most proud of was that of YaYa. There was nothing on this Earth that she loved more than her four “sweet potatoes” – Austan and Charlotte Shuffler and Emma and Jack Eaton. They were the absolute loves of her life, the subject of most of her conversations whether you wanted to participate or not and the source of her greatest joy.

On Saturday, September 7th, a Memorial Service celebrating Linda’s life will be held at Tabernacle United Methodist Church, 1265 Sandbridge Road, at 11:00 AM. Pastor Jack Davis will be officiating. Linda had a deep and abiding love for animals. In lieu of flowers, it would warm our hearts if you donated in her memory to your favorite animal rescue charity. Cremation Society of Virginia is handling arrangements. Online condolences maybe offered to the family at vacremationsociety.com.

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On August 16th, 2019, Linda Jacobs Peerless, 78, our loving mother, grandmother, wife, friend, sister, aunt and teacher peacefully fell asleep for a surgical procedure and awoke in eternal rest reunited with her parents in Heaven. Linda was born on December 7th, 1941 in Raleigh, North Carolina to Arnold and Kathryn Jacobs. She was a…

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Stan and family, We were so sad to learn about Linda passing. May her memory be a blessing. We will always fondly remember our time together at Marriage Encounter, etc. In fact, we had lunch with Father Carl Spishak a few weeks ago and chatted about how much we enjoyed being with you. Sending a big hug and keeping you in our prayers. Nanci & Mike Glassman Virginia Beach, VA

Dear Stan, Kendall and Amy, I will always remember Linda for her gift of friendship, her wonderful sense of humor, and her passion for life. How wonderful that she was able to enjoy her grandchildren--I'm sure that was a joy for her. Deepest sympathy on your loss. She will be missed my many. Cathy Wadley

My loving condolences to Stan and all the family. I loved knowing Linda for the time she and Stan were with us at Park View Christian Church. She was always so much fun and so interesting to be with. All my love to you Linda and Stan. Carolyn J.

Linda will be deeply missed. She made the world a better place. Thoughts and prayers for Amy and Kendall and the rest of her family. Thanks to her, she raised strong, smart and kind daughters I’m blessed to call friends.

Shush a happy bouncy smiling soul. We’ll see ya later

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Nothing but fond memories of Linda from her Broughton High School friends and admirers. We all loved her!!

We were so sorry to hear of Linda's passing. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. God bless.

Really sorry to hear about Linda. Please know that you ae in my thoughts.

Where do I begin? There are so many memories! Marriage Encounter weekends and the many weeks preparing for them, enjoying the pool in Va. Beach, swim lessons for the kids while the adults watched, Her support, along with Stan. when Ed Huffman almost died because of a sinus infection, dinners out, and so many more. I didn't see Linda and Stan once my daughter left Raleigh and Stan and Linda moved also but had them in my thoughts often. May God's eternal light shine on her and may He/She give all of you comfort and peace!

Dear Kendall, Amy and Stan, Linda was a long time friend from elementary school days and there are more memories than I can possibly count. Needless to say e shared a lot of fun times. Arnold and Kathryn were special as well - Arnold was best man for KDD and I in 1964 and Kathryn was a dear friend. Although I didn’t see Linda often because of distance, I thought of her often and I know without a doubt how much she loved all of you. I am sure you miss her. She was very fortunate to have you in her life. I will think of you in the coming days and hope you find peace. With love, Edith

I am so sorry I never had a chance to know Linda but judging by the words above and her family, she was an amazing woman who left a beautiful legacy.

Linda was such a special person, a real fighter. She definitely loved sushi, and I will treasure the sushi meals we shared. Rest in God’s arms.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.