Jacob W. Highland Obituary

We bid farewell to Jacob W. Highland of Shelbyville, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 22, 2025 at the age of 93. Jacob touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jacob W. Highland to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Bert Sr. Highland and Blanche Highland (Snapp); his siblings, Bert Highland, Jr., Richard Highland, Martha Schrodt (Joseph) and Mary Stone (David); and his brother-in-law Marvin Fridley, Jr..

He is survived by: his children, Tim Highland (Karen) of Bloomington, IL and Susan Adams (Doug) of Greenville, SC; his grandchildren, Travis Highland (Katherine) of Woodbury, MN, Kyndell Highland (Brett Adlard) of Seattle, WA, Connor Adams (Emily) of Murray, UT and Alexis Adams of Vail, CO; his great grandchildren, Emmett Adams, Harper, Hayes and Kristi Highland; his sisters, Alda Fridley of Valley Park, MO and Betty Ward of Jackson, MI; and his sister-in-law Joan Highland of Sullivan, IL..

Memorials may be given to Shelbyville First United Methodist Church or Shelby County Senior Center.