Jake Jeffrey Curtis was born on Dec. 10, 2006, in Santa Barbara, where he lived until his untimely passing on May 18, 2025.

Jake was an honor-role student at Dos Pueblos High School, an active member of the swim team for four years, and a member of the surf team.

Jake was best known for his love of music, his fun-loving spirit and his kind and caring nature.

Above all, Jake is remembered for his service to others and his community — from being a part of Peer Buddies as a young boy to the honor of his appointment as a Santa Barbara County lifeguard.

Jake loved the ocean, and he loved the snow. From winters on the slopes of Lake Tahoe to summers spent surfing and skateboarding with friends, Jake loved the outdoors.

He was at a pinnacle moment in his young life having just been appointed as a Santa Barbara County lifeguard when his beautiful light went out.

All that know him are devastated by the loss of this amazing gift to the world. Jake is remembered by his many friends and loved ones as a great friend, patient listener, and a dedicated advocate for those with special needs.

Jake is survived by his mother, Jessica Brown, and father, Dax Curtis; his siblings, Mylee, Delaney and Jaxon Curtis; and his grandparents, Kate and Jeff Brown, DaniLynn Falcone, and Susan Curtis.

We are all so saddened by the loss of one of heaven’s brightest stars.

A celebration of life service will be held at Goleta Beach on Saturday, May 31, at 2 p.m. A paddle out will follow the service.

For those wishing to honor Jake’s memory a GoFundMe has been set up in his name at  http://gofund.me/05af7131