Jacob B. Kientz, beloved son and brother, 42, of Laramie, Wyoming passed away peacefully in his sleep the morning of Thursday, January 23, 2020.
Jacob, one of five children, was born on April 21, 1977 in Denver, Colorado. After high school, he moved from Sugar Land, Texas to Laramie, Wyoming. Jacob’s love for the summers he spent near the mountains as a child with his grandparents, Levi and Dolores Gonzales, drew him to the small, family-friendly town. Jacob studied art at the University of Wyoming, where he discovered his passion for pottery making. He parlayed his creativity and love of transformation into a career in construction, ultimately becoming a journeyman plumber. At the time of his passing, he was employed by JC Construction & Design, LLC.
Jacob is preceded in death by his father, Craig Kientz, grandparents Levi and Dolores Gonzales, grandparents Ross and Rosemary Kientz and grandmother Donna Codd as well as his treasured springer spaniel, Daisy.
Jacob is survived by his parents, Jeff and Gloria Codd of Sugar Land, TX, his brother Ryan (Christina) Kientz of Las Vegas, NV, sister, Michelle (Matt) Fossett of Humble, TX, brother, Daniel (Trinh) Codd of Arlington, TX and sister, Erica Codd (Donnis Poole, fiancé) of Missouri City, TX, one nephew, nine nieces and one great niece, in addition to his grandfather, numerous uncles, aunts, cousins and dear friends.
Please join the family in helping to celebrate Jacob’s life with a Vigil Service, Thursday, January 30 at 6:00 PM at St. Paul’s Newman Center.
Celebration of life Mass will follow on Friday, January 31 at 10:00 AM at St. Paul’s Newman Center.
To Jacob's family, we send our deepest condolences. What a devastating loss for all of you and for his friends. We are stunned. We have been friends with Jacob for close to 20 years. We hugged, laughed, and even cried together. One snowy New Year's Day he even helped us move! His was one of the first faces we sought out when we frequented the Buckhorn, especially in the years since we moved away from Laramie. He always made us smile with that terrific grin. We mourn with you and regret that we cannot share a story and a hug with you today or tomorrow. I will pray for God to wrap his arms around you and comfort you.
I'll miss you my friend!!! Until we meet again "Cup", may you rest in peace..
Such a nice guy. Always nice to talk to. He will be missed. Love the picture you chose! Portrays him so well. RIP
God bless you brother. We will share a drink on the other side.
Jacob was an extremely nice guy. I always enjoyed talking with him, and this is very sad. My condolences to his family and friends.
Prayers and condolences to the family! So sorry for your loss ! Jacob was a great friend ! He was always there to lend a helping hand ! He will be missed ! RIP my friend ! Terri Brooks
My condolences, love and support to the family.
So sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hugs