Lisa Jakubisin

Jakubisin, Lisa of Phoenix, AZ passed away on October 18, 2022. Lisa is preceded in death by her parents (Francis and Sarah) and brother David. She is survived by sisters Debbie (Roger), Cathy (Jeff), Julie; brother John; nephews; Longtime Companion Jayne and many close friends.

Lisa attended Creighton Elementary and East High School and earned a BA in Education at ASU. She student-taught at Larry C. Kennedy in the Creighton School District and never left. Lisa was hired immediately and began her teaching career as a permanent member of the Creighton Family. During her time at LCK, Lisa taught several grade levels and eventually moved on to coaching new teachers. Lisa touched many lives and shaped young minds. She was an educator, songwriter, and a brilliant light in the world. She gave and spoke from the heart.

Lisa will be greatly missed and in honor of her memory, please do a “Lisa thing” by showing an unexpected act of kindness to a stranger. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to any no-kill animal shelter.

A Mass to be celebrated in honor of Lisa’s life will be held on Saturday, October 29, 2022 at 10:00am at St. Gregory’s Church, 3424 N. 18th Avenue in Phoenix,  followed by a reception next door at Gordon Hall.