Jacob Petefish, a talented artist and multiple Addy-Award-winning graphic designer, transitioned from this world unexpectedly Friday, July 13, 2018. He was 57 years old.

Jake, a much-loved, gregarious and gentle soul had a passionate love for people, nature and animals. Most endearingly, Jake showed amazing compassion for anyone he met. He loved evening walks in the park with his dog Lola, fine home-cooked meals and laughing with friends and family.

He is survived by his immediate family, second-mother Lee Isbell, and beloved dog Lola. Jake truly lived deeply, as Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, "It's not the length of life, but the depth of life."

Please join us in remembering him on Saturday, July 21, 2018 from 2 to 5pm at Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home, 1947 East Seminole, Springfield, MO 65804.