Verkine Semerjian Jacobs Obituary (1943

Our dear Mother, sister and friend Verkine Semerjian Jacobs peacefully passed away early Wednesday morning, December 16, 2020 in the comfort of her home, with her children at her side. She is survived by her daughter Aleene Sierra (Armando Sierra) and son Armen H. Jacobs (Xani Haynie), and by her 6 wonderful grandchildren who were the light of her life; Katya (17), Camila (15), Brinly (14), Henry (13), Jacob (9), and Emma (7). She was born in Aleppo, Syria to Nerces and Marie Semerjian. Her father was a hard-working humble man with many abilities who provided well for his family. Her mother had an uncanny ability to unite her family over a delicious warm meal, provide a safe place to be, and taught her children in a loving family environment the principles of life. Verkine loved her family above all, they were her first priority. From extravagant dinner parties and birthdays, delicious Armenian food was always present there. Her grandchildren were the joys of her life. She loved each one of them with all her heart and found a way to connect with each of them in her own way. Spending time with them was what gave her motivation to go on each day. If you were sitting next to her, without hesitation she would tell you a story and transport you to another time of simpler days from her childhood. Memories came alive that would captivate you and at times even make you roll on the floor from laughing. There was never a dull moment in her presence. Verkine loved to serve others and made sure that their needs were met above her own. She spent many years involved with the Armenian Relief Society of Salt Lake and served as president for 3 years uniting the Armenian community in events large and small and found great pleasure strengthening her Armenian roots. She was a pure example of a kind hearted mother who taught her children well, a Christian woman who loved God and her family, a neighbor that without fail had what you needed and gave it to you freely. Her faith was her foundation that God hears and answers our prayers and that he is aware of each of us. She left a mark wherever she went with her inviting and sincere personality, tenacity, generosity, leadership abilities, amazing cuisines and pleasant smile that added the perfect touch to any occasion. She will be sorely missed on this earth by so many. Her influence was far reached and her legacy will live on with each memory and moment shared, faithfully we will wait until we are all reunited with her once again. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, December 19, 2020 at the Berg Orem Chapel, 500 North State Street, Orem, Utah. Friends may call from 1-1:50 p.m. prior to services. Interment will be in the Orem City Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.bergmortuary.com. For those attending, masks are required and social distancing will be practiced.