Edward D. Jacobs, 76, of Branford, formerly of Cheshire, died June 19. He was the husband of Willa Jacobs. Born in Cologne, Germany, he escaped during the Holocaust. He is survived by David and his wife Ileen, and Jeffrey and his wife Laura Jacobs; and his grandchildren, Kolton, Emelia, Caroline and Lindsey Jacobs. WELLER FUNERAL HOME