John Elmo Jacobson Obituary
We are sad to announce that on July 12, 2025, at the age of 90, John Elmo Jacobson in Las Vegas, Nevada passed away. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John Elmo Jacobson to pay them a last tribute.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may John Elmo find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Carlos Nels Jacobson and Mabel Elizabeth Houghton; and his daughter Lillian Elizabeth. He is survived by: his wife Shirley Jean Chamberlin; and his children, Christine Holliman (Duece), Susan Hansen (Loren), Sherie Briggs (Gaylen), Brenda Miller (Ric), Randy O'Hara (Deanna) and Robert O'Hara (Kathy). He is also survived by 28 grandchildren and 56 great-grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Saturday, July 19th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (801 Arrowhead Trail, Henderson, NV 89002). A funeral service was held on Saturday, July 19th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.