Robert F. Jacobs, 88, of Odum, Ga., passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 in the Hospice of South Georgia Inpatient Unit. The Wayne County native was a member and deacon of Red Hill Baptist Church. He retired from ITT Rayonier after his 37-year career. Horse riding was his life long passion. As a member of the Wayne County Saddle Club, he loved to trail ride and camp. Another favorite pastime was riding his bicycle all over Georgia with the BRAG Group. Barbara, his daughter-in-law, was his primary caretaker for the past two years. His wife of 67 years, Delores Drury Jacobs preceded him in death along with his parents, James and Ruby Jacobs.

Survivors are a daughter, Donna (Russell) Auldridge of Odum; two sons, Gary and Molly Jacobs of Hartsfield, Ga., Jay and Barbara Jacobs of Jesup; 9 grandchildren and several great grandchildren; a brother, Travis (Renee) Jacobs of Nahunta.

Funeral services will be 3 PM Sunday, July 5, 2026 at Red Hill Baptist Church with Pastor Alan Morgan officiating. Private family interment will follow in the Pinecrest Memorial Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be his family.

Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the church.

Rinehart and Sons Funeral Home of Jesup is in charge of arrangements.