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Jacob Benjamin Selby Click for Condolences      Printable Version
1994 - 2009

Jacob Benjamin SelbyJacob Benjamin Selby, 15, of Fenwick, died Monday, September 21, 2009. He was a sophomore at Greenville High School. He was a big-hearted, kind, and sensitive young man who loved computers and was very gifted in many ways. He will be deeply missed by his numerous friends and family, especially his father, James B. and Stephanie Selby of Zeeland; his mother, Terri and Timothy Nielsen of Fenwick; his brothers and sisters, Brad and Amanda Vlastuin of Sand Lake, Kristen and Christian Johnson of Greenville, Justin and Jackie Selby of Greenville, and Heather, Kelsey, and Shelby Raab, all of Zeeland; his grandparents, Lee Selby of Howard City and Martin and Mae Buikema of Jenison; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 4:30 PM at the Greenville Community Church (6596 Vining Rd., Greenville) with Pastor Joel Heron officiating. Jacob's family will greet relatives and friends from 2:30 to 4:30 prior to the service at church.

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There are currently 66 condolences.


Mr poo
Wednesday July 6, 2011 at 5:48 AM

I thought he was me
 
derik dildine
Wednesday January 26, 2011 at 11:18 PM

i may not have known you jake but i did know your sister shelby i loved her dearly and it broke my heart when she cried for you. i leave now with this message, you will be missed and you will never be forgoten
 
sister of a friend.
Friday August 20, 2010 at 12:53 AM

i want to say that some time might have passed since he passed, but he is still nor forgotten. and never will be. his height will always be on my basement wall and his ghost stories will always be in my mind. we still love you jacob, and will never forget.
 
Gene D
Wednesday December 30, 2009 at 1:29 AM

I don't even know you, but I saw your name on a music video on YouTube, I thought I'd just let you know that it's super tough to lose a loved one. But that, it seems like all these 62 people liked you. Maybe, one day, we'll hang out. Seemed like you were a cool dude.
 
Michael (lint)
Sunday October 18, 2009 at 3:47 AM

Jake's time on Earth will always be remembered. Though, it is not the end. His soul will continue to shine in the Heavens. Jim, I will never forget your son or the love he displayed for you. I hope that your heart will heal, but I know that it never fully will. I will continue to cry and pray for you and your family.
 
Connie Wright
Wednesday September 30, 2009 at 7:25 AM

My condolences go out to Jake's family.May God be with you as you journey thru your grief.
 
Haley Bitner
Friday September 25, 2009 at 7:15 PM

I will always remember Jake as the funniest, most creative kid you could ever meet. He was always putting a smile on everyone's face. I remember middle school wrestling, he was so much fun to be around. Although we grew distant over the years, I was shocked to hear the news. Jake will be missed by so many people. My sympathy goes out to you and your family, as I am sure this is a difficult time. My prayers are with you. I will miss you Jacob!Rest in peace.
 
Jennifer O'Brien
Friday September 25, 2009 at 12:45 PM

I can't imagine the pain you are going through. I am so sorry. My heart breaks for you all. Please know that Eddie and I are praying for you, as well as our church family. I love you all very much. -Der
 
Kathy Londo Barnes (a distant relative of the Selby Family).
digginroots@yahoo.com
Friday September 25, 2009 at 9:35 AM

I can't begin to imagine the pain of your loss. I am praying for the Lord's grace & peace to sustain you all at this time. Lean on Him and daily, He will help your wounded hearts to heal. You have my sincerest condolances. Rest in peace Jacob.
 
Robert Dennis
for_givn@yahoo.com
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 11:27 PM

I just want to say how much it was great to see the Love that Jacob had from his family to his friends. Made me draw closer to my children as well. I pray, and hope that you find Peace within, and Pray that you and your family grow stronger together. From my family to yours- Our Prayers are with you! God Bless
 
Ms Candy
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 10:51 PM

Dear Family of Jacob, I am so sorry for your loss. I will never forget Jacob. His first year in preschool. We were best of buddies. My prayers are with all of you at this time.
 
Sammi byxbe
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 10:40 PM

I didn't know jake well. But I remember having health with him when I was a seenth grader and he was in eighth. He also made class a blast. He was the kind of person that could be friends with anyone. He will be greatly missed! Rest in peace jake. We'll never forget you!! You'll always be in our hearts and in our prayers!
 
Anil Mitha (Ph0boss)
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 10:34 PM

Jake you will never be forgotten. This is completely heartbreaking. We were never really that close as I am with your father, but you were like a cousin to me. My condolences to to you and your family. May your soul be with god forever
 
lydia woodruff
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 8:18 PM

I am truly sorry. I wasnt really close to jacob as a friend but we would occasionally say hi...he seemed like a great guy and i am truly sorry for your loss -lydia
 
Kimberly Essenburg
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 6:19 PM

Jake was only in my English class for 10 days, but I could already see his creativity and enthusiasm. He is greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone who was close to him.
 
Samantha Verheek
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 4:54 PM

My heart goes out to you all. Jake was a wonderful person and will be missed by many. I never got the chance to get to know him, but I met him and he always kept me laughing. I will miss him dearly.
 
Bree Lee
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 4:49 PM

I wish I could have made it to the funeral. I'm so sorry...
 
Leslie
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 1:11 PM

Terri, and kids I am here for you! Love you, Leslie
 
Darlene Rose
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 12:27 PM

Terri I am thinking of you as you go thru this difficult time. No words can replace the pain we feel at the loss of a loved one, especially our child. My sincere condolences for you and your family as you find the strength to get thru this. Darlene
 
Rachel Burns
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 11:55 AM

I can not make it to Jakes funeral today. I wanted to let your family know Im praying for you. Jake was a sweet and loyal friend. I will always cherish the times I spent with him and Brandon. We will miss you Jake but we will see again.
 
Justin (big brother)
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 11:02 AM

Hey Jake, I remember when you were little you would want to take a bathe at dad's and it was so funny because you would fight dad to leave you sock's and underwear on in the tub, you would take all my wrestling toys in the tub with you, and we would all end up laughing about it.I remember every time we would go to gram & grandad's we would ride with the top down, music blaring, and you in the back seat rocking back and fourth, dad would always wondering if there was something wrong with the mustang "his baby" and he would soon realize it was his other baby bouncing around in the back. Boy i wish i could have just one more trip to grams and grandads with you. but you know, i think someday i will. and you and i will sing and play every day. I Love you Jacob Benjamin Selby..I always will. rest in peace little buddy. we will see each other again. I promise.
 
Maureen Dodd
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 10:55 AM

Justin my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. love, Mrs. Dodd
 
Earl Starling
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 10:15 AM

My deepest sympathy at the loss of your son Jacob. Our prayers are with you through this difficult time.
 
Michelle Hughes (Lee)
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 9:51 AM

Terri and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Terri you took such good care of my children, and you are such a good mother. Haley and Jacob spent alot of hours playing together in the "big red house" on Washington St. This is a terrible loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers through this difficult time. Joel, Michelle, Haley and Ethan Hughes
 
MIKE & SUE ULBERG
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 9:34 AM

Dear Terri, Brad, Kristen, Words can not express our heartfelt sorrow. Terri for the loss of your Son, and Brad & Kristen for the loss of your little brother.
 
David Bramen
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 9:11 AM

Terri, I am so sadded by this information. I remember Jacob being such a great kid. Dillon loved to play with Jacob and would talk about him all the time. As Dillon got older and stopped going to your daycare you and your family still have stayed close to our hearts and our hearts are with you now in the time of great sorrow. We love you guys, David and Kelly Bramen
 
Cassie Britten
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 8:47 AM

My thoughts are with you all through this difficult time.
 
Tammie
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 8:43 AM

My sincerest condolences go out to all of Jake's friends and family. My son was a classmate and has talked about what a funny and up-lifting person he was. As a parent, I can only imagine the sense of loss you are experiencing but please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
 
GREGG & MARION JOHNSON
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 7:42 AM

TERRI, BRAD, & KRISTEN, WE ARE SORRY TO HERE OF YOUR LOSS AND SEND OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES
 
Jim Smith
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 7:22 AM

James and Stephanie; At this time, please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family. In times as this, I lean on Romans 8:38-39. I know that God's Love is everlasting and one day he will bring all his children together again.
 
Josh Rasmussen & Family
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 5:13 AM

I sat right next to Jacob in Geometry and we had a lot of fun in class. He will be missed. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
 
Justin Randall
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 4:45 AM

I'm deeply sorry for your loss Jim. You and your family are in our prayers. May Jacob find peace by Gods side.
 
Stacey Senn
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 2:16 AM

Justin, my condolences go out to you and your family through these difficult times. My prayers are with you.
 
Greg Stuhr
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 1:43 AM

I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to the whole family.
 
Shawn O'Flaherty aka "Nightflier"
Thursday September 24, 2009 at 1:40 AM

I am truly sorry for your loss! As your online pal for years, I didn't really know Jake other the games we play occasionally. I'm sure he had alot of his father and mother's good traits. Nobody can predict the future, or know what their child is thinking or doings. You have an idea, but you do your best as a parent and hope that God guides them the rest of the way. Now God is guiding him all of the way and helping him understand what he didn't know in life. Keep your family close and stay strong. Please take care of yourselves... all of your family. God bless you all. ~Shawn.
 
Brad - Big Brother
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 11:01 PM

Its impossible to put words to the emotions I am feeling. Never in a million years would I have guessed things would end like this or that I would be writing in my little brothers memorial. The immense amount of potential that you had Jacob - what a waste. If only you could have known how happy you made everyone, how much you are loved, how many friends you have, and how much you are now missed... It hurts me the most to know that at some point I am going to have to explain to my children what happened to their uncle Jacob. Sonya idolizes you so much. She asks about you daily. This hurts kid..this hurts. I am so sad, and so angry. I miss my "Lil Homie". I miss my brother. Be strong little brother, I'll see you again some day. To all of Jacobs friends and family, my heart, thoughts and prayers are with you. We're all in this together.
 
Jamie McKeown and Family
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 9:57 PM

Dear Nielsen family, Although we did not have the chance to meet your son, we know he was a nice person, always smiling and waving when we drove by. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Your neighbors, Doug, Jamie, Kaitlyn, Kyla, and Kloey McKeown
 
Cedar Crest Elementary Staff
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 9:26 PM

We were so saddened by the news of Jacob. Our prayers are with your family.
 
Miranda Downing
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 9:17 PM

Jake was an amazing individual that could always put a smile on someone's face no matter what. I had the privalage of knowing Jake and riding the bus with him since the 7th grade. He always made the bus rides a blast, whether he was singing, debating a pointless arguement, or just making someone smile. All that were lucky enough to know Jake will miss him dearly. My condolences go out to Jake's family. May he rest in peace. We'll all miss you, Jake.
 
J. Woo(Ares)
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 7:50 PM

All my sympathy for You Cobra"Boss" and your Family. May his soul R.I.P.
 
Michele Taft-Bitner (Haley's mom)
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 7:45 PM

Haley will remember that Jake always had a smile on his face and was willing to help anyone in need. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. God Bless!
 
taylor kern.
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 7:27 PM

jake-i have no idea where to start with him. he always surprised me in some way. and this..this was the biggest surprise i think i have ever gotten. he was a good kid, always could somehow put a smile on someones face, even if they were in the worst mood. this is a tradedy to many, but we know he is in a better place. Jake's family is in my prayers. -love you jake.
 
Kayleen Sorensen
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 6:12 PM

Dear Selby family, Although I didn't know Jake exceptionally well, I want to extend my deepest condolences to the loss of your son. I enjoyed the time I spent with him in class. This is a huge loss to the class of 2012, and he will be missed.
 
John Rinvelt Jr. & Family
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 5:48 PM

Such a young life unrealized is truly a tragedy for us all. My condolences to Jim, Terri, and the whole family, you're all in our thoughts.
 
Amanda Shields (Katie Shields Mom)
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 5:21 PM

Although I have only met Jake once, Katie absolutely adored Jake and will miss him so very much. By what I hear Jake was a GREAT kid and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Many prayers for your family and may God bring you all strength and peace with your loss.
 
Mike & Becky (Scratch Acid & Detective Buns)
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 5:12 PM

So sorry for the loss of your son, our online friend. Our deepest sympathy to all that came close to him in any way, shape, or form. May God keep you all close to his heart. Our prayers are with you all.
 
Dave, Beth and Hannah
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 4:22 PM

We are shocked and grief-stricken to learn of Jacobs death, and express profound sorrow and condolences for you and your family. May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time.
 
Frankie
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 3:53 PM

My condolences Brad. For you and all of your family! Be strong. Frankie aka TRDfrankie
 
Melinda Kirby
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 3:44 PM

We will miss him and i am very sorry about ur loss......R.I.P..
 
Jennifer Worden
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 3:33 PM

Dear Selby family, Our son told us about your loss yesterday after school. He's also in 10th grade. Although we did not know your son personally, please accept our family's deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences. As parents, we grieve your loss and are made even more aware of how precious and short our time is with our children. It sounds like you had a great young man to be forever proud of. Our family will continue to pray for God's grace and peace in your time of loss. God bless each of you, The Worden family
 
Amy Davis
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 3:11 PM

Terri and Tim, I know you are new to Greenville Community Church. Please let the people here extend the support and love you need at this very difficult time. It is so very hard for us to understand and it breaks our hearts. There are very few words that can help. I pray the Holy Spirit will use us to give you the strength you will need.
 
Darla Barkley (mom of Sam Prosser)
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 2:46 PM

Terri,Jacob was one of the first kids Sam brought home (6th grade) when we moved to Greenville. Very nice boy..he'll be missed dearly...you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. If you need anything just call us.
 
Jenny Watkins
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 1:11 PM

Stephanie, my heart goes out to you and your family. I am so very sorry. You are all in my prayers. I pray that God's presence will comfort you in the way that only he can.
 
Lisa Pallick
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 12:19 PM

Terri and Kristen, I want you both you know that since I heard the news you both have been in my thoughts, there are no words of any kind that will make this better, but know that you will continue to be in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss!!! If there is anything I can do at all please let me know. Be strong! May God be with you in your time of need. much love Lisa!!!
 
Jenny Rogers ( mom of Ashleigh Dalstra)
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 12:09 PM

No words can ease your pain right now but may God hold Jakes family and friends in the palm of His hand while you grieve and may the MANY wonderful memories of Jake bring a smile to your face and warm your heart. I will never forget his tea shirt that he wore under his suit when he went to Glow coming. His parents should be proud he was and is a great kid. My condolences to everyone that knew him and will miss him so very much. You will be in my prayers!!!!
 
rubi_slater (mother of Benjamin Slater)
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 11:30 AM

My son informed me about Jacob. He said Jacob was his groumate and classmate and 3 classes. We are deeply sorry for your loss. My heart goes to Jacob's mom. May God give you the strength and comfort at this difficult time. Our sincerest condolences...
 
Derek Gagne (Grape)
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 11:18 AM

The online community is still in shock over Jakes passing. He will be sadly missed but never forgotten. RIP Jacob aka CobraJr.
 
Jerry Jones
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 10:59 AM

Dear Friends, I am deeply saddened to learn of Jacob's death. There simply are no words that can put away your pain and sorrow. To be sure, he no longer sufferes the challenges of this world, but the fact remains: you who so loved him want him to be part of your daily living. That makes a mismatch that is hard for us to accept. Jacob is now at peace, yet our hurt goes on. I wish you solace, peace and healing at this most difficult time. May God bless each of you with His grace and hope. In Christ, Jerry Jones
 
Lynnelle Wilcox
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 10:22 AM

Kristen I'm so sorry for your loss. I know how much he ment to you. I'm praying for you and your your family. If you need anything plese call me. Love you
 
Carol Hancock
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 8:34 AM

Jim and Stephanie, Dale just called me. We are both so sorry. I will see you both tomorrow afternoon. Dale will be home this weekend. Please know we are both here for you. I only met Jacob once long ago, but he made an impression on me then as a sweet, happy boy. You have always spoken highly of him and I realize what a huge loss this is. Take care.
 
Kristen Johnson
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 6:24 AM

oh jake i miss you soo much..you are such a wonderful,bright ,smart everything any boy your age would love to be. I love how close we were and we sure had alot of great times together and those moments are what i am going to cherish for the rest of my life. i love you sooo much buddy i can't hardly wait to hold you again and get one of those wounderful hugs !!! I LOVE YOU!!! a brother and a bestfriend i could have never asked for better thank you jake!! xoxoxo
 
Ray Saudia (Gingerberry)
Wednesday September 23, 2009 at 5:44 AM

My condolences to the selby family.P1
 
Zachary Betten - Elliott
Tuesday September 22, 2009 at 10:12 PM

I knew Jake fairly well, right before he started to make a lot of friends in sixth grade. He loved computers, that was his talent, and he taught me some of what he knew. Jake changed my life in various ways, and I will never forget him. He will be missed by everyone who knew him and loved him. I plan on setting up a candle lighting ceremony this Friday at the football game.
 
christina krummick
chrissy_krummick@yahoo.com
Tuesday September 22, 2009 at 9:57 PM

. jake . i .. i dont even know what to say a lot of people were crying today at school even teachers no one could beileve this. we had some very good times together and i will miss u A LOT i miss u jake =[
 
Diane Atanasoff
Tuesday September 22, 2009 at 6:14 PM

Jake was one of my favorite lunch kids when I was a lunchlady at Cedar Crest. He had a great smile and wonderful attitude. He and my daughter Abbey were also very close friends. Jake will be missed by all who knew and loved him, he was a great kid.
 
jacob hider and family
Tuesday September 22, 2009 at 5:59 PM

We are thinking of you all in this especially sad time. We will be praying that God can put his healing hand on your hearts. If there is anything we can do to help please do not hestitate.
 







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