Jacob "Jake" Dennis Sitters, of Castroville, passed away on November 8, 2021 at the age of 91. He was born January 15, 1930 in El Paso, Texas to Jacob Sitters, Sr. and Josephine Montes Sitters.

Jake graduated from Ysleta High School in El Paso and then attended Texas Tech University where he earned his college degree. After college, he served four years in the Navy. After his service, he tried out his acting skills in New York and Hollywood. He loved to dance and loved traveling the world. He made many trips to Alsace, learning about his Alsatian heritage.

Jake spent twenty-seven years on Johnston Island in the South Pacific. While there, he worked for Raytheon as a secretary to the commander of the island.

After retirement, Jake moved to Castroville where he enjoyed friends, family, and the outdoors. Jake always loved helping others. He enjoyed serving as a lector for St. Louis Catholic Church in Castroville. He also volunteered as a substitute teacher at Medina Valley ISD.

Survivors include his sister, Margaret Apodaca; half-brothers, Walter Sitters, and Bobby Silva; half-sister, Sarah Sitters; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Jake was preceded in death by his parents, Jacob Sitters, Sr. and Josephine Sitters, and his brother, Joseph Sitters.

Jake requested that no services be held.

Arrangements by Tondre-Guinn Funeral Home. Visit www.tondre-guinn.com