The people of Georgetown are very sad after James Edward Jacobs Jr died. He was 56 years old. James died Wednesday afternoon in an accident at R&R Metal Recycling.
Emergency teams came quickly, but they could not save James. OSHA and local police are investigating what happened.
Friends say James worked hard. He came early, stayed late, and helped new workers learn. Neighbors say he fixed kids’ bikes and waved with a gentle smile.
At work, James was a quiet mentor. He never raised his voice, even on tough days. One coworker said, “He made the place feel steady.”
James always packed the same peanut-butter sandwich for lunch. People share memories and condolences, showing how much they miss him.
James Edward Jacobs Jr is remembered as a hard worker, loving family man, and quiet hero in his community
