Ann B. Jacobs

Ann Louise Bogen Jacobs passed away peacefully after a long illness on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, in Leesport, Pennsylvania, with her family by her side.

Ann was born on May 17, 1943, in Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of the late Emil Bogen and Imelda Thomas Bogen. In addition to her parents, Ann was predeceased by her sister, Marianne Bogen.

Ann is survived by her husband, John Jacobs; her two sons, Robert Jacobs and Ryan Jacobs; and her beloved granddaughter, Madeline Rose Jacobs. Ann is also survived by her siblings Nancy Bogen, Janet Bogen, William Bogen, and Diane Mikulec (Joe); her sister-in-law, Phyllis Jacobs Sheehy (Charles); her brother-in-law, Jeff Jacobs; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Ann was a graduate of Marygrove College in Detroit, Michigan, where she majored in Education. After completing her degree, Ann served as a Papal Volunteer and taught in Catholic schools in Chicago, Illinois.

In 1969, Ann married John Jacobs in Hayes, Middlesex, England, while John was stationed in Europe. They shared 57 years of marriage.

After John’s military service was complete, Ann, John, and Robert returned to Michigan, where Ann taught second grade for several years before leaving the classroom to raise their two sons.

In 1978, the family moved to Exton,Pennsylvavia, where she commuted to Philadelphia to work with Mellon Bank for 8 years. They then moved to Leesport area of Pennsylvania, where Ann became the Benefits and Pension Coordinator for Reading Hospital. She served in that role with dedication until her retirement in 2006 and was well-known throughout the hospital for her ability to solve complex problems with patience and clarity.

Ann was known as a gentle soul with a wonderful laugh and a warm sense of humor. As the oldest child in her family, she set a high bar for her younger siblings. They often joked that as each of them made their way through Holy Redeemer School in Detroit, the teachers held them to “Ann’s standards”—which were, by all accounts, very high. She loved reading (especially a good murder/mystery) food, music, travel(so many stories!), films and games. Ann made friends(so many friends!)instantly, as she was an excellent listener with a deep well of empathy. She had a strong sense of social justice and was ardent believer in equal rights. She loved life.

Ann was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and aunt, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Bean Funeral Homes & Crematory is in charge of arrangements and online condolences may be made at: www.beanfuneralhomes.com