Attica - Jacob Kyle Vann, 29, Attica, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 24, 2022 at 9:41 a.m. at his home in Attica.
Jacob was born with cerebral palsy in Lafayette, Indiana on April 28, 1993. He was the son of Joy Lynn Blankenship of Attica and the late Dennis Wayne Vann. He was a life resident of Attica and graduated from Covington High School in 2013. Due to his cerebral palsy, Jacob was unable to work, though it did not deter him from living life to the fullest. He was a video game addict and enjoyed his time fishing and watching U Tube. He was a wrestling fan and the Undertaker was his favorite wrestler. He enjoyed being a jokester to his family and friends, always having a smile on his face.
Jacob leaves behind his mother, Joy (fiancé-Channing Shackelford) Blankenship, of Attica; a brother, Brandon Vann, Norfolk, VA; two sisters, Shawna (fiancé-David McCartney) Blankenship, Attica and Victoria Vann, Chesapeake, VA; his paternal grandmother, Ellen Vann, Chesapeake, VA; nephews, Brayden Kirby, David McCartney; a niece, Jalynn Kirby and a cousin Austin Blankenship. He was preceded in death by his father, Dennis W. Vann; his maternal grandparents, Reed and Hope Blankenship along with his paternal grandfather, Henry Vann.
Friends may call at the Maus Funeral Home, Attica, on Tuesday, December 6th from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Services will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, December 7th, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Josh Barnett officiating. Burial will follow in the Riverside Cemetery, Attica.
Memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home to defray expenses.