Birth date: Jun 7, 1990 Death date: Apr 25, 2021
Jacob Daniel Burrill, 30, passed away Saturday, April 25 at Decatur Memorial Hospital. Jacob was born June 7, 1990 to Daniel and Christine (Perona) Burrill. He worked as a mason. Jake is survived by his mother Christine; brother Read Obituary
Man jake I just found out about your passing it deff shook me a little and made me think about the good ol school days and the trouble haha always innocent fun though always messing with Mr.Skazny in detention but havin fun to when we shoulda been learning but class clown was more fun …find peace wherever you are at my friend RIP
Jake was my first, my first everything. The first boy I ever loved, the first time I felt loved, the first time I felt true heart break. We were best friends first. He introduced me to Beck and told me the song “Bubble Toes” by Jack Johnson made him think of me. I now think of him every time I hear that song. Our souls connected in a way that was almost too much to bear at that age. We would talk until the sun came up and spend the whole next day together. He was the most beautiful and gentle soul. We would reconnect as the years went by, but it never felt like enough. I have so much still to say and I hope he knows how loved he was. Jake shaped the person I am. He empowered me to be my most authentic self by seeing past all the bull and seeing my soul. I can still hear his laugh, feel his hand in mine, and smell the joop he always wore. I’ll cherish the memories of his reassuring hugs, making me feel safe and special. I hope he is finally feeling peace. I hope he knows that he touched so many people and realizes how special he truly is. I have never met anyone like Jake and I know I never will. I love you Jake Burrill. I have always carried a piece of you in my heart and always will. I kept all your letters. It’s not much but it’s something I can hold on to. This world didn’t deserve you.
My sympathies go out to Chris, Donavan, Mathew & the entire family for the loss of a talented sweet man. Jacob will always be in your hearts. Kindly, Linda Strate
