Ken Jacobs

Ken Jacobs, 80, of Huntsville, passed away on Wednesday.

After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy degree from Howard College (now Samford University), he moved to Huntsville shortly thereafter and began working as a registered Pharmacist. After a few years, he took ownership of Propst Discount Drugs, a Huntsville landmark, which he owned and operated for 35 years.

Ken had many hobbies including running a successful Quarter Horse breeding farm, producing dozens of state champions, and he was a lifetime member of the American Quarter Horse Association.  He had a passion for flying and was an instrument-rated pilot.  He also enjoyed boating, appreciated live music, and loved movies.

Mr. Jacobs was preceded in death by his parents, William Curtis Jacobs & Edna Josephine Shipman Jacobs.

Surviving family members include his daughter and son-in-law, Karla & Guy Hargrove;   His son and daughter-in-law, Keith & Janice Jacobs; His grandchildren:  Meagan (Harris) Oates, Jackson Minor, and Pierce Jacobs;  The mother of his children, Carolyn Jacobs.

At his request, there will be a private remembrance and his remains will be interred with his mother and father in Brundidge, Alabama.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Boys & Girls Club of North Alabama. ( https://www.bgcnal.com )

Hazel Green Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.