Pacific Palisades resident Barbara Renee Jacobson passed away on January 29, following a long illness. Barbara was born on January 24, 1954 in Spokane, Washington, where she spent her childhood. She moved to Los Angeles in 1983 and worked for several years as a legal secretary at Jones, Day. She was married to Tom Prenatt, who preceded her in death. Barbara remained close to his family. She lived for nearly 20 years in Pacific Palisades and was often seen with her cherished dog Chloe walking to the El Medio bluffs at sunset. Barbara was a grateful liver transplant recipient. Although she spent many years in failing health she continued to inspire her family, friends and neighbors with her own thoughtfulness and deep appreciation of theirs. Barbara always took the time to convey her gratitude for the smallest acts of kindness by neighbors and friends. She will be long remembered for her warmth and generosity. She is survived by her mother, Shirley Jacobson of Spokane, as well as four sisters, Roxann, Kathy, Karen and Dee Dee and a brother, Carl. She had many nieces and nephews and countless friends and neighbors who supported her. The family requests that donations be made to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center or The American Liver Foundation, Southern California Chapter, 5757 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036 in gratitude for the second chance at life Barbara received as a liver transplant patient.
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