Richard James Jacquot, Sr.
December 14, 1930 ~ October 11, 2021
Born in:
Washington, DC
Resided in:
Fairview, NC
Asheville Butterfly TrailRichard J. Jacquot, Sr., born December 14, 1930, passed away October 11, 2021.
Heaven gained a boisterous Angel. I hope they are ready for his loud voice and tasteless jokes.
His beautiful piano playing will keep them all singing along to his tunes and his accuracy to retain all of their birthdays will amaze them.
Born in Washington DC and living most of his life in Silver Spring and Damascus, Maryland, he retired as Captain of the Park Police in Prince Georges County, Maryland. He served in the Navy at the end of the Korean War. When he was in his 20’s, he was an exceptional artist. In 2003, he moved to Asheville to be near his children and his “other” family. He loved his ex-wife’s (my mother’s family, the Cole’s) family as if they were his own.
When my brother and I were teenagers, our friends loved him. He was a giant of a man and he loved to see us having fun. He hosted pool parties and cookouts at his house for all of our friends regularly. Growing up, he was a fantastic father taking us on camping trips for as long as I can remember. When going to carnivals, he was never afraid to ride the wildest rides. He enjoyed it. He enjoyed life. He also was an avid animal lover, dogs, cats or any animal.
As he grew old, he looked forward to his outings to Angelos restaurant in Fairview and Happy Hill on Patton Avenue. It seems small, but going to lunch got to be a big part of his week. Stubborn and strong. He lived through seemingly impossible obstacles in poor health and kept going. While we miss him here, we have the hope he can walk endlessly, eat whatever he likes, talk for hours to complete strangers and be as physically strong as he was mentally.
He was preceded in death by his grandson, Richard (RJ); his mother, Ruth and father, Victor (Jake); and his only brother, Victor 2nd (Jack). Left behind are his son, Richard Jr. (Rick) and daughter, Jacqueline (Jackie).
The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 14, at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue.
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Visitation: October 14, 2021 5:00 pm - January 22, 2026 6:00 pm
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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Dick, you have always been a good friend. You accepted Christ and you are now with our Lord. You have always been a good man and I respected you. You had two loving children that cared about you. You are blessed. Your friend (Brother)
So sweet! He loved you and I appreciate you calling him every day!
RIP Dick. You are loved and will be missed. Be sure to look up Jack. Give him my love.
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Thank you 🙏
Jackie, I’m sorry I never got to meet your father. He sounded like a lovely man and I know you have a life time of wonderful memories.
Mr Jacquot was a huge part of our life. We always hung out at the family house with Rick, Jackie and all of our friends. Our neighborhood parents were the coolest. Definitely the greatest generation. Never to be replaced. I will cherish the memories of your wonderful dad and family. Definitely the best part of growing up, hanging out at your dad’s house
Gary ❤️❤️❤️❤️
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Our deepest condolences to Jackie and Rick
Laura Olson
I just love this beautiful memorial of your dad. I loved your dad, I think part of it was because he reminded me so much of my dad…big, strong, no filter, and a little scary, LOL, but also our kind, soft-hearted, heroes. Even though I spent so much time at your house, I never knew, or don’t remember…him playing the piano-that’s so awesome, and I remembered him being a cop, but did not realize he was a captain! I remember laughing to myself about how big and manly he was with his little Chihuahuas he loved so much, but were pretty scary as I recall. I remember the pool parties and all the cookouts. Your dad always had a special place in my heart, I think he was like a second dad to a lot of us because of the way he made us feel. So many fond memories of your house in Wheaton, the ultimate hangout, and the house in Damascus. Even now when I drive through Damascus, I often think of his him, his house, and our good times there…it seemed so far out in the country when we were young. A strange memory, but I remember knowing that we were getting close to his house by the big red balls on the powerlines — they are still there and I still think of that. I am so sorry for yours and Rick’s loss. I really wish I could be at the memorial, please know that you are both in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Sending my love and prayers.
We are so sorry for your loss
Catia & Alan Cole
I am so very sorry Jackie… I loved reading about your dad. You are such a wonderful, special person and sounds like your dad was also. Praying for you and your family 🙏💲
Carol and Mitch west