Michael Allan Jacob went home to be with the Lord on May 9th, 2026. Beloved son of Deborah Francis Jacob and Jackson Jacob, he was born on December 1st, 1995. He was 30 years old. Michael, affectionately known as Mikey or Benji, was a beloved son, brother, family member, and friend whose life was marked by resilience, compassion, creativity, and unwavering faith.

Though his journey on earth came with many challenges, Michael lived with purpose, determination, and a heart devoted to helping hers. He was a graduate of Blue Hills Regional Technical School where he studied culinary arts. He was an exceptional cook who found joy in preparing meals and bringing people together through food.

In addition to his culinary talents, Michael possessed a deep passion for music. His love for music inspired him to establish his production company One-Of-A-Kind music where he spent countless hours in studio creating and producing music. A visionary and entrepreneur at heart, Michael attended Year Up, completing a program in entrepreneurship and business and did his apprenticeship at Harvard Business School. He created several business ventures throughout his life, including a medical courier service, a city car rental and his clothing line.

Michael's love for children led him to pursue a career as a school bus driver. He was multi-talented. He was scheduled to begin working with Randolph Public Schools on May 11th, 2026, a role he was excited and proud to step into.

A sickle cell warrior, Michael was diagnosed with sickle cell anemia at birth and courageously battled numerous medical complications during his lifetime. He spent countless days, weeks, and months in the hospital. Yet, he never allowed his illness to define or limit him. Despite his health challenges, Michael remained a source of strength and encouragement to many. He was cherished by the medical teams at Boston Children's Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital where his courage, humor and warm spirit left lasting impressions on everyone he encountered. Michael was also a passionate advocate for individuals living with sickle cell disease. He was an active member of the Massachusetts Sickle Association and served as a leader within the organization's young adult community network, helping to raise awareness and inspire other inspire others facing similar challenges. He proudly represented the organization as a 2007 to 2008 poster child where he committed to supporting the organization in whatever way he could in the hopes that a cure will be found one day.

At the age of 12, he dedicated his life to the Lord and was baptized here at Jubilee Christian Church. In the spring of 2025, he rededicated his life to God. He remained steadfast in his faith and was a member of both Jubilee and Victory World Church. Even during moments of extreme fatigue caused by sickle cell, he made every effort to attend worship services and remain connected to his church family.

To know Michael was to experience genuine love, kindness, and loyalty. He possessed a compassionate spirit and a heart that cared deeply for others. Although he was the youngest, he often carried himself as the patriarch of the family, always ensuring his mother and brothers were supported, protected and cared for. He treasured his loved ones and embraced every moment spent with them.

He is survived by his loving parents Deborah Francis Jacob and Jackson Jacob and his two brothers Corey Meyers and Quinton JJ Jacob. Michael deeply cherished his role as an uncle to his nieces Deja Meyers and Azara Meyers, his nephew Corey Meyers Jr, his grandnephew Carter and his godchildren. He's also survived by his uncles Fitzberg Salmon, Keith Francis, Neville Francis, and Caswell Francis Senior. His aunts Dorret Francis, Cardell Francis, and Janet Francis Miller, along with her husband, Lynville Miller. Michael also leaves behind his beloved cousins Shanice Miller, Colin Miller and Nicole Francis, with whom he shared an inseparable bond as well as countless extended family members and dear friends whose lives he touched profoundly. He was preceded by his grandparents Agnes and Levi Francis and Geraldine and Joseph Jacob, Hanka Yubert Francis and cousin Rashan Reed.

Michael was tragically taken from us May 9th, 2026. He will be missed by all who loved him. He was truly one of a kind, leaving behind a legacy of faith, perseverance, love, and service that would forever remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Michael, you're gone, but never to be forgotten.