Jacob Evan Dillender

Probably very random to post here now, but I knew Jake back in high school. We stayed in touch for a while after he moved away from Deerfield, but admittedly hadn't been in touch for over a decade. Randomly thought of him today and decided to look him up and I'm heartbroken to find out he is gone. He was only in my life for a fleeting moment but in that time we had a strong and deep connection that left a lasting impact. He was incredibly intelligent, sharp witted, supportive, and had that devilish smirk and deep blue eyes that could charm anyone. We met in biology and I would have failed that class without his help. But the thing he taught me that stuck is the entirety of the lyrics to Barenaked Ladies' "One Week," which, even nearly 25 years later, is a song that always makes me smile and think of him. This photo was from 1999, and both the Moose shirt and bowler hat were favorites in his wardrobe at the time that he wore often. I hope the best for all the loved ones he left behind and send my extremely belated condolences.