SOUTH JORDAN--<! > Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Ruth Whittle Jacobson returned to her Heavenly Father on December 3, 2000.
Born March 26, 1935 in Union, UT, a daughter of Virginia Barben and William L. Whittle. She grew up in West Jordan, UT and was an out-standing student at Jordan High School. On November 30, 1956 she married Larry Lee Jacobson in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They met while attending BYU. A resident of South Jordan, UT for 44 years where they raised two sons. Her family was her joy and her life. She also loved farming and traveling. Ruth was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints having served in many positions. During her final battle with a brain tumor she showed tremendous strength and courage.
Survived by her husband Larry; sons, Bryan (Deanna) Portland, OR, Kevin (Dian) Annondale, VA; and nine grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held Thursday, Dec. 7, 2000 at 12 noon in the Jordan River Stake Center, 1450 West 11400 South, where friends may call one hour prior to services. Interment in the West Jordan City Cemetery. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Independent Funeral Service.