Karen Ward Jacobs

Karen Ward Jacobs, 55, of Whiteville, passed away September 7, 2025. She was born March 2, 1970 to Vera Mae Ward and the late H.E. Ward.

She is survived by her husband, Willie "JR" Jacobs, Son, Jeffrey Dewayne Richard Nealy (Samantha); daughter, Tacha Jacobs- Vasquez (Ruben); mother, Vera Mae Ward; brothers, Rex E. Ward, Terry L. Ward; sister-in-law, Candy L. Herring; three grandchildren; special nieces and nephews, Mason O'brien Ward, Sophia W Patrick and many more nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father, H.E. Ward and her brother, Richard O'brien Ward.

Her funeral service will be held Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 2:00pm at Peacock Funeral Home's Chapel with Ervin Etheridge officiating.

Her family will receive friends one hour prior to her service at 1:00pm at Peacock Funeral Home.

Serving as her pallbearers will be, Brian Etheridge, Patrick Long, Jessie Patrick, Ron Burchette, Bradley Etheridge, Timmy Gore.

Online condolences may be made at www.peacockfuneralhome.net

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