| Jacob T. Bishop (April 22, 1979 - February 27, 2006) Jacob T. Bishop, 26, of Richmond, the husband of Jessie Fritz Bishop, died Monday, February 27, 2006, from injuries sustained in an auto accident in Fayette County. He was born in Richmond, KY, on April 22, 1979, to James R. and Phyllis J. Holbrook Bishop. Jacob, a Psychology major, was enrolled in the Arts and Sciences Department at the University of Kentucky. His accomplishments included appearing on the Deans list numerous semesters and being the recipient of the Erik Peake award. This award was given to the psychology student producing the best essay on campus workplace safety and in honor of a former UK psychology major. He was a member of the First Christian Church. Jacob was recently discharged as a Corporal from active duty from the United States Marine Corps and was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal on October 9, 2003, for heroic achievement in connection with combat operations as tank loader, Company A. Eighth Tank Battalion, First Battalion, Second Marines, Regimental Combat Team 2, Task Force Tarawa on 23 March, 2003. As several tanks in his platoon became mired in muddy terrain along their axis of advance, Corporal Bishop provided security for the recovery operation, repeatedly firing at enemy forces attempting to encircle the platoon. Exposing himself to enemy fire, he assisted the recovery effort by dismounting his tank and providing local security as the perimeter was enlarged. By his noteworthy accomplishments, perseverance, and devotion to duty, Corporal Bishop reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service. In addition to his wife, Jessica Diana Fritz Bishop, Jacob is survived by his son, Jackson Bishop, his parents, James and Phyllis Bishop, maternal grandparents, Lloyd and Aretta Holbrook, paternal grandmother, Lillie Bishop, mother and father–in-law, Jerry and Kathy Fritz, as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, State Senator Fred F. Bishop. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Thursday at Oldham, Roberts & Powell Funeral Home, with Bob Taylor officiating. Burial will follow in the Richmond Cemetery, where military honors will be observed. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Oldham, Roberts & Powell. In lieu of flowers, please send Memorial contributions to the University of Kentucky Arts & Sciences scholarships in Jacob’s honor to the Jacob Bishop Memorial, The UK Office of Development, 100 Sturgill Building, Lexington, KY 40506-0015 |