Joseph Leroy Jacob, age 64, of Lake Station passed away at St Mary Medical Center in Hobart. Joe was born February 25, 1960, in Gary, Indiana to the late Paul and Elaine (Hamilton) Jacob. He was self employed painter and wall paperer. Joseph enjoyed fishing when he was younger. His favorite TV show was the Three Stooges.

Joseph is survived by his two sisters, Paulette Jacob of Valparaiso, and Linda (Eddie) Mendez of Portage; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Elaine; and one brother, John Jacob.

Joseph will be cremated with his ashes buried with his parents at a later date.