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Obituary For Mrs. Catherine Jacobs
Mrs. Catherine Jacobs, affectionately known as Mrs. Cat or The Dudley Lady, departed this earthly life on August 20, 2025, peacefully at home. She was born on September 13, 1944, in Bennettsville, SC, a daughter of the late George and Mary Lee Bridges. She was also preceded in death by one daughter, Carolyn Jacobs; two sons, James Jacobs, Jr., and Randy Jacobs; seven brothers, Willie Bridges, Charlie Bridges, Andrew Bridges, Alonzo Bridges, Leroy Bridges, Alexander Bridges, and Robert Bridges; three sisters, Mary G. Bridges, Annie Ruth Zimmerman, and Betty Dixon.
Mrs. Jacobs attended the South Carolina public schools. After moving to North Carolina, she worked several different jobs, with her most important job of taking care of her family, and the family that she helped as they relocated to High Point, NC and started their own journey. For over 50 years, Mrs. Jacobs was a door-to-door salesperson of Dudley Products, meeting and learning new people from High Point, NC to Hawaii. She never met a stranger. She was a gentle soul, but you never wanted to cross her path when it came down to God or her husband.
Mrs. Jacobs was a member of Parkside Community Church of God of Prophecy until her health began to decline. Her love for reading The Daily Bread led her to find wisdom and strength, which she eagerly shared with others through uplifting words and encouragement. Always welcoming, she never met a stranger and approached everyone with warmth and kindness.
She leaves to cherish her memories, her one and only James Jacobs, Sr. of the home; one daughter, Kathy Wright; grandchildren, Vonte Hedgebeth, Monica Jacobs, Kiara Jacobs, Chyna Jacobs; three great-grandchildren, K’aiden Jacobs, Erik Hedgepeth, and Arianna Padgett; a special godson, Christian Parker; four sisters-in-law, Julia Bridges, Asalee Bridges of High Point, NC, Alice May Bridges and Katie May Ridges (Bill) of Bennettsville, SC; a brother-in-law, Marvin Jacobs of High Point, NC; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends.
Funeral service will be held Monday, August 25, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at Phillips Funeral Service Chapel. Interment will follow at Carolina Biblical Gardens. The family will receive friends at the chapel from 12:30 p.m. until 1:00 p.m.
Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.
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Add A CondolencePraying for the Bridges Family From the Witherspoon Family 😭💔
My condolences to the family of Catherine Jacobs. I am so sorry to hear the news about Mrs. Jacobs. I had been calling her and was not getting return calls, not knowing she had passed. Just found out today, Sept. 6, 2025. My dear friend RIP.
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We the Baker family send our prayers to you. Chyna sorry for the loss of your Grandmother she will be missed.The Dudley lady as we called her back in the day. A family that prays together stay together. Debra Hoke Baker and family
Praying for the Jacobs Family and the Bridges Family From the Witherspoon Family 💔😭🧤🎭🧴
So sorry to hear of the pasting of our dear Dudney Product lady and friend Ms. Catherine. She really knew how to sale a product. Her laughter would light up a room. She would visit Haizlip Funeral Home where she would talk until, we purchased something from her. We really enjoyed her presence and conversations. Until we meet again at Jesus feet, The McCoy Family of Wadesboro, NC
My condolences and prayers to the family. I remember Mrs. Catherine selling Dudley products. A very kind soul . May she Rest In Heavenly Peace.
Condolences to the family
On behalf of the Miller family.We send our condolences .May God give the strength that needed at this time. Shirley Miller & Family
May God comfort and carry you during this difficult time. Continued love ❤️ and prayers.
May God give you comfort and Peace during this difficult time.
My sincere condolences to the Jacobs family.
My sincere condolences praying for kayla and her family
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Kathy, praying for you and your family. Paula Thomas
I remember MS Catherine selling my mom products a very sweet lady Ms Catherine will be missed
My heart aches for your loss. I've known Mrs. Jacob my whole life, and it was a true honor to be her aide. She had a spirit that could light up a room, even when she was sick. She never let anything hold her back and inspired everyone around her. She fought her race with incredible courage, and now that it's complete, she can rest in peace. She will be deeply missed.
I have fond memories of Mrs. Catherine from many years ago! I was in my early twenties and we resided in the same neighborhood. I remember the kindness which she displayed towards my children and to me.🙏🏽May she rest in peace. When one is as nice to others as this beautiful lady always was to me and to my babies, that one is virtually impossible to forget! My interactions with Mrs. Catherine will forever be imprinted in my mind and in this old heart of mine. To her family members and loved ones, I gratefully extend my heartfelt condolences. Please know that I lift you up in prayer to YAH, the Almighty, through Christ Jesus His Son, our Lord and our Savior, Who is able to provide for you Comfort, and Wonderful Peace like none other. May He fill your hearts with JOY instead of much sorrow in the knowledge that you may, if it be His will, see her again one day! What she has done, we all must do, I'm rather sad to say. (I say "rather", for I love life on this earth to be sure... However I, like the Apostle Paul, "...would rather to be absent from the body, and to be PRESENT with the Lord." But knowing this to be true, that one day we too will close our eyes in death, may we live the remaining time that GOD has appointed for us in the way that is pleasing to Him...the Way that is found in His Word. For in doing so, we have the blessed Hope of hearing the Lord Jesus say, "WELL DONE MY GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANT!" May we strive to live righteously before Him to display to Him our Gratefulness for ALL that He has done for us in His desire for us to have Everlasting Life. Because He loves us. And He does not desire that ANY should be destroyed, but that we should ALL attain to REPENTANCE! For the time that has passed by is sufficient for you to have worked out the desires of the flesh, according to the way that you ONCE walked. But is now time for you (and me) to walk in a NEWNESS of life! Come on everybody! Let's get Right with God! Jesus is Coming..........! With Love, Mel Jones🕊️
Sorry for your loss h
My condolences to the family. I met Ms Catherine years ago. I always enjoyed talking to her. SIP
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
