Newcomer Funeral Service Group will not intentionally post, transmit, display, publish, or My husband and I both liked him immediately when we met him. He delivered me 31 years ago and was my doctor until the day he retired. I so sorry to hear about his death. Sincerely,Vicki (Hotchkiss) SmithCanon City, CO, ~ Vicki (Hotchkiss) Smith - June 26, 2020, A wonderful person and friend in medical school, and a wonderful and inspiring physician throughout his life. Janis Hetrick. So caring and compassionate. Topeka Obits - Online Obituaries, Funeral Notices and Death Records Prayers and love to you and your family. My FB got hacked and I havent seen your info for a long time. Sign up for one year of grief messages designed to offer hope and healing during difficult first year after a loss. I loved looking through the albums of all of the babies that he delivered when I saw him in the office. Farewell on your journey, Dr. Jacoby, Joyce and Melba, please accept my condolences on the loss of your brother and son. I worked for Dr. Jacoby as a receptionist @ Cotton ONeil Clinic. inaccurate, unfair, contains gross exaggeration or unsubstantiated claims, violates the privacy He was always so thoughtful and positive. May Dr. Jacoby rest in peace and may God bless your family with peace, love, and good health. Very respectful, caring man. He delivered both of our children & took care of our family for many years!! the then-current Terms of Use. 785-272-9797 I was privileged to know him through encounters in the medical community. that you provide in connection with the use, reproduction or distribution of such writing and/or Material you provide. I first met him when I went to free clinic. I worked as one of Dr Jacoby's receptionist. He will be missed so much; but he left many many good memories to hold on to.With much love from your friend/sister,Cheryl Davis. The Jacoby family is in our prayers. Ive always been nervous going to the doctor office but when he was in work I always knew that I was ok and he made it fun. Nathan grew up in Zambia and Kenya returning to the States for college in 2000. Bob was in Bill's High School Sunday School class. "Judy" Price, 84, of Topeka, passed away on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at a Topeka hospital. Prayers to your family! He always was up beat No one else could hit the ball throughout the handles of that latter like him. He was truly a Renaissance man. You agree to indemnify and hold Newcomer Funeral Service Group, its subsidiaries and affiliates, agents, officers, directors, Anita and extended Jacoby family,We were so very saddened to hear about Bob's tragic accident. It has been many years since we worked together but it was always clear how much you and Bob loved each other and how you cherished your family. Many fond memories. Obituaries Topeka - Dove Funeral Homes | Topeka, KS ", Anita and family, My heart is broken to hear of Dr. Jacoby's passing! I became a patient of Bob's in the 1970s, when he launched his Topeka practice. We extend our sympathies to all of you. I remember his patience and kindness to all during my time at the clinic. He got an ovation-I will never forget it. It was my good pleasure to just witness this man in person. He always had a smile on his face. He was kind, courteous, and fun to talked to, he made it seem as if Id known him long time. Thankfully, my relationship with Bob continued to adulthood. It was so special to know that the same caring man that delivered me, delivered my two beautiful kids as well. rights of any third party, is unreasonably harmful or offensive to any individual or community, Laurena Sue "Suzie" Randol, 79, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, March 1, 2023. He especially enjoyed delivering babies and caring for their families. One morning a few years ago, I happened to be in the Dover cafe the same time as the two of you; I remember being so glad to see you and hear about how you were enjoying you retirement. Patricia L. "Pat'' Morgan - Angels Above Cremation & Funeral Home Services Terry and I remember and will miss Bobs sly humor, his soft ways, and his love of music. My prayers go out to Anita and his family. What a kind and smart man he was. It was always nice to visit with him. Bob delivered our first daughter and you could see the joy that he felt by bringing new life into the world. What a wonderful man! Dr. Jacoby was the best doctor and person our family Ever had the great joy to know. Rest In Peace my friend. Condolence Messages will remain on this Site for the duration of the Message Book. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers. advertises, promotes or offers to trade any goods or services; is intended primarily to promote a cause or movement, whether political, religious or other; contains copyrighted content (copyrighted articles, illustrations, images, lyrics, photos, poems, text, you make and/or information you submit is truthful and accurate. Sincerely, Ben and Klara, ~ Klara and Ben Meseke - August 16, 2020. It is those memories that you two have shared in your life together that will get you through this very sad time. Search. warrant that the Material you submit does not violate these Terms of Use, that it will not RIP doc. Pat worked for the State of Kansas for over 40 years, retiring from the Kansas Museum of History in 2020. I was so sorry to read about Bobs passing. Lots of good fond memories we have shared with you and Dr Bob. He delivered my daughter Ciera, 10.19.1989. I hope you can find comfort in each other and the many people who care about and love you. He delivered two of my three daughters. In High School, Bob was the pianist that accompanied our high school choir. With services throughout Kanas that are updated regularly. By using, accessing, browsing, or submitting any writing and/or Material to this Site, 3700 SW Wanamaker Rd Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.Gene and Peggy Hillyer, ~ Gene and Peggy Hillyer - August 16, 2020. He always spoke highly of his family. She was their biggest fan! Margaret A. I was a senior in high school (1977 - 1980) and work in the afternoons during school than full time after. License Granted by Submitters to Newcomer Funeral Service Group. He had the patience, charisma and a very sweet down to earth person that cared about you and a smile that lit the room up. Mary Ann and I were sad to hear of Bob Jacobys recent death. He played the first movement of Brahms second piano concerto, which is a devil to play and very beautiful. Godspeed, Doctor, and prayers for Gods peace for your family. Peaceful Rest Funeral Chapel - Topeka - Kansas - Tribute Archive Condolences should be personal messages from family and friends. He will be sorely missed and fondly remembered. He was a good student and very memorable classmate---especially the adventures of sitting in the old-fashioned, ink-well type, attached-to-each-other, CLOSE TOGETHER wooden desks. He was a friend to all, it seemed. He delivered my first child on 6/10/2000. You grant Newcomer Funeral Service Group, its affiliates, related entities, and/or assigns a royalty-free, perpetual, We loved him & hated it when insurance made us change!! I'm so sorry for your loss. Directions, Southeast Chapel I think it was a game, because the kids thought it was hilarious that he knew who they were and not me. If you need an arrangement delivered in less than She was born June 1, 1936,. or other content) without the express permission of the owner of the copyrights in the content; includes articles, illustrations, images, lyrics, photos, poems, text, or other content that constitutes, He was by far the greatest doc of all times! Thinking of you. Serving: Topeka, Kansas. From births to deaths, he not only cared for us, but played the organ for our happiest and saddest events. He was a wonderful person and always happy to visit with me. What a great man, I always thought so highly of him. Anita and family Im sorry for your loss. inaccurate, unfair, contains gross exaggeration or unsubstantiated claims, violates the privacy Wonderful Doctor, wonderful memories! Sending love & many heartfelt prayers for comfort, I called on Dr. Jacoby for years as a sales rep for Pfizer. 785-272-9797 distribute any submitted writing or Material that: We reserve the right to remove any submitted writing, photo(s), or any other Material that does not meet the Though I still have a few years to go, I was hoping he'd have been there to give me advice. By using, accessing, browsing, or submitting any writing and/or Material to this Site, of bigotry, racism, discrimination or hate; is defamatory, threatening, disparaging, inflammatory, false, misleading, deceptive, fraudulent, For a full version of our online obituary policy, please click, 2023 Penwell-Gabel Cremations, Funerals & Receptions. I miss you all and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. He was Visitation: Thursday, February 23, 2023 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. My sincere sympathy as you face the days ahead. Anita and family,I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Jacobys death. Extending my sympathies Dr. Jacoby's Family. encourage such an evasion or violation; interferes with any third party's uninterrupted use and enjoyment of this Site. My prayers are with his family. Dear David and Family,I am so sorry to hear of your brother Bob's passing.My thoughts are with you and your family.May your memories of Bob bring you comfort in the coming days and weeks. Dr. Jacoby delivered both my boys and he and Anita were such a great team. Dr. Jacoby was our family physician. Respectfully,Cyndi Peterson. Everyone loved Bob. distribute any submitted writing or Material that: We reserve the right to remove any submitted writing, photo(s), or any other Material that does not meet the Anita, my deepest condolences. Rest in heaven. Dr. Jacoby was a one of a kind provider that truly cared for each and everyone of his patients. Dr. Jacoby delivered 3 of our 4 children and was a kind and caring doctor. RIP Dr. Jacoby. I had ran out of gas and was stranded on 17th street. Search. A wonderful person. Memorial contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church 817 SW Harrison St. Topeka, KS 66612; (please list Music Fund in the memo line). Dr. Jacoby helped delivered our son, Nathan, March 19, 1982. Prayers are with his family. three (3) hours, please call twelve (12) hours, please call Paul was born November Sandra Jean Moreland French, 82, passed away at her home February 13, 2023 after a courageous battle with cancer. Visitation: Saturday, February 11, 2023 from 10:00am to 12:00pm, Service: Saturday, February 11, 2023 at 12:30pm. We compared blisters at Philmont, and shared many campfire meals together on High Adventures. I believe Bob took organ from Richard Gayhart at 1st Presbyterian. Our office suites were connected, he was very welcoming and always said hello with a smile. not protected by copyright law, or (iii.) In a typical act of kindness, he surprised me last month by sending me out of the clear blue a copy of a recording of my father singing with the First Pres Chancel Choir in the 1960's. off site pages or additional sites linked to this Site, for any error, defamation, libel, slander, omission, falsehood, During our 13 years together, he was a trusted guide and became a lifelong friend. After moving to the west coast, I was blessed to spend time with Bob and Anita each year camping at Cape Lookout State Park in Oregon. The world lost a wonderful doctor and a wonderful man my sympathies to Anita and his kids. We are privileged to have known him and shared time with the both of you. Charisse was born to Ethel M. Garrison Visitation: Saturday, March 4, 2023 from 11:00am to 12:00pm, Service: Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 1:00pm. Your flower arrangement will be custom-made upon your order, I hope there is comfort in the knowledge that he is no longer suffering, and in holding each other close. warrant that the Material you submit does not violate these Terms of Use, that it will not I followed Irene Flanagan's students' performances beginning in 1962. Topeka Obituaries - Latest Obituaries in Topeka, KS - Echovita Penwell-Gabel Home; Send Flowers . He remembered all of my family whom he cared for. He will be greatly missed by many. Such a talented man. Anita, Im sorry for your loss. Only Bob would provide this kindness with a smile. I feel very lucky to have known him and also worked professionally with him. He patiently, ( well, mostly) held my nose to the grindstone and in the process taught me how to study. He was an excellent doctor for me before he retired. rights of any third party, is unreasonably harmful or offensive to any individual or community, Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home | Topeka, KS | Cremations and Funerals Pat worked for the State of Kansas for over 40 years, retiring from the Kansas Museum of History in 2020. We Spees kids and Jacoby kids all grew up together at Central United Presbyterian Church. resources, accounts, passwords, servers or networks connected to or accessible through this Site or Bob was an Akl Pledge and fraternity brother of mine. BTopeka, KS 66618. When he opened his practice until he retired, he became my entire extended familys family doctor. He treated me with respect and as an equal (a trait I am sure was not true so early in my life). and/or such entities agents and employees harmless from any claim or demand made by anyone regarding any and all writing and/or He was an amazing man! He delivered our oldest son in July, 1982. Jack was born November 28, 1956 in Topeka, KS to Edwina (Kirk) Craver-Hamersky and Jack Craver, Sr. Jack lived in Auburn and worked in Topeka his entire life. Jeanne Marie (Hickey)Urish, 64 of Scranton, KS passed away peacefully on Jan. 28,2023 at Midland Hospice in Topeka, after a Visitation: Saturday, March 11, 2023 from 10:00am to 11:00am, Service: Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 11:00am. After our boys were grown and gone, Ron and I continued to be cared for by Dr. Jacoby and you too, Anita. 785-215-8386Office hours are by appointment only.Please call us to schedule an appointment. reserves the right, at any time, to modify, alter, or update these Terms of Use without He remained my doctor through the birth of my son. I was in awe of the fact that he took piano in college to raise his GPA. Site for 30 days. you make and/or information you submit is truthful and accurate. He smiled all the time, even when the opposing team (me) hollered at him for being such a good player. I'm so sorry for loss of a great man and doctor. I loved having Dr. Jacoby & his team care for me & my family! 785-266-6700 She use to enjoy a cold beer at dinner time on occasion. Im so sorry Anita. You will be missed by many Dr. Bob! owner to post the Material on this Site. I believe that testimony of the mistaken identity and gang violence was critical in achieving Tony Bairds liberty.. He will be missed! I have wonderful memories of playing water volleyball with Bob. Because we moved from Topeka our paths haven't crossed for many years. I loved that he confirmed he bought the huge beautiful rock that is in our yard (he owned the land before we built our house), albeit my Mom was convinced the ice glaciers dropped it there. He delivered both of my daughters and always asked for updated pictures. He will be truly missed and Anita I give you my condolences and will keep you and the family in my prayers!! ~ Jerry and Sue Peckham - August 18, 2020. I was so sorry to hear of Dr Jacoby's passing. that you provide in connection with the use, reproduction or distribution of such writing and/or Material you provide. contains any actionable statement, or tends to mislead or reflect unfairly on any other person, A jury found Baird not guilty on Thursday. With the help of Connie Menninger, Bobs practice and St. Francis Hospital were awarded a grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to expand his practice to serve primary care needs of Topeka. Most Recent Obituaries | Brennan Mathena Funeral Home We were sad to see them retire. Bob was very ambitious. When he told me that he was retiring, I was so sad. . He was gone, got his job done and came right back with a smile on his face. He married Karen Hartman on July 30, 1982 in Beloit, Kansas. Obituary Headlines, View current celebrity deaths on Legacy.com. Bob was one of the finest people I have ever known. We felt blessed. [They need] to address what Tony Baird went through on that day so other people might not be shot at by mistaken identity.. Our family was blessed to have him as our family doctor for many years. Tom was an asset to our department, with his years of experience and knowledge of transmission operations. He was certainly one of a kind! I think the next week in my clinical I worked with him. As a PA, I particularly admired him because he hired the first Family Practice PA in Topeka, Eric Schuman, in 1976. He was brilliant, accomplished and humble. You also grant Newcomer Melody and family, I am so sorry. Railroads Days, you would always see Dr. J eyeing the latest toy train car he would buy for his prized collection of miniature trains. John Robben, 58, of Meriden, passed away Monday, December 21, 2020. you expressly agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. Paul D Marmet, 87, died February 9, 2023, with his family by his side in Topeka, Kansas. contains vulgar, profane, abusive or hateful language, epithets or slurs, text or illustrations We knew that Bob was really special. I will always remember how thoughtful and caring he was . Very caring and overall nice person. In lieu of flowers a memorial contribution can be made to Topeka Baptist Church 4500 SW Gage or Topeka Midland Hospice. RIP Bob. We returned from Africa in 2008 and to Topeka in 2009. Topeka, KS 66605 Angels Above Cremation Services3936 NW 16th St., Bldg. His kindness toward us as a young couple will always be a treasured memory. I followed him into family medicine, and have never regretted the choice. I know you loved to travel and visit the grandkids and will miss him so much. That one meeting was enough for me to see he was a great guy and someone Id like to get to know better. My heart goes out to his family and friends. Find contact information, view maps, and more. Anita and family, Ive known Dr Jacoby, wellsince my birth. you are the author of the Material, or (ii.) Our hearts are sad for you, Anita, and for Dave. She was born December 22, Visitation: Thursday, March 9, 2023 from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Service: Friday, March 10, 2023 at 10:30 am. He will be missed at our high school reunions. Our families also grew up together at the Central United Presbyterian Church and have known Bob all of my life. local, state, national or international law, rule, guideline or regulation, or otherwise creates liability; uploads or transmits viruses or other harmful, disruptive or destructive files; disrupts, interferes with, or otherwise harms or violates the security of this Site, or any services, system Always had a gentle handshake, a sincere smile and a listening ear, whether the patient was a little kid or an elderly parent. She was born September 14, 1941, Southeast - 266-6700 Our prayers are with you and your family. . Memorial Park Cemetery. in poor taste, inflammatory attacks of a personal, racial or religious nature, or expressions He was respected and loved. (785) 234-6605. We will miss you, and we are so better having known you. Funeral Service Group and its affiliates and related entities the right to use your name and any other information about you He recruited the two of us to join him after I completed my residency in 1977.During our time in Topeka from 1977-79, we worked alongside Bob to care for many young families and I delivered over 200 babies. What a great doctor, encourager and lover of children. Since Liz and I lived in Lexington, Kentucky, caring for her was a loving challenge. Bob truly made the world a better place to be. Gregory James Pease, 79, died gently at his home near Lake Jivaro east of Topeka, at 2:30 a.m. on Monday, December 21, 2020. Mary Ann and I have 3 married daughters and 7 grandchildren.We are thankful to Bob for giving us the opportunity as young health professionals to join his practice. View upcoming funeral services, obituaries, and funeral flowers for Peaceful Rest Funeral Chapel in Topeka, KS, US. So sad. advertises, promotes or offers to trade any goods or services; is intended primarily to promote a cause or movement, whether political, religious or other; contains copyrighted content (copyrighted articles, illustrations, images, lyrics, photos, poems, text, Dr. Jacoby was an amazing and caring doctor. His parents and mine were such good friends. I kept in touch with Bob after high school. I LOVED the books and books filled with all the babies he had delivered. Charisse (McLaurin) Torres-Rios, 53, of Topeka, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 24, 2023. We will miss him.Robert and maria johnson and family. He was very easy to be around; knew so much about the natural gas distribution business and had a gift for explaining things. That would have been 1964. Your flower arrangement will be custom-made upon your order, generality of the previous sentence, you authorize Newcomer Funeral Service Group to include the writing and/or Material He was a gifted musician and generous of his time, and highly respected by his partners and colleagues. AP News - 817 days ago. Obituaries in Topeka, KS - The Topeka Capital-Journal: Local News this Site, which means (i.) Search Topeka obituaries and condolences, hosted by Echovita.com. I wanted to thank him for his support for me all those years ago. It was a joy to work with him for many years. Please also sign me up for Penwell-Gabel's email newsletter. I've had many physicians since that time, but no one has ever compared to Dr. Jacoby. Very kind, caring, and helpful. He was born in Lilbourn, Olyn F. Smith, 80, of Topeka, passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2023 at a Topeka hospital. My mother had to moved to Presbyterian Manor in Topeka. My heartfelt condolences to Melody, Cory and Melissa. As many others have stated, I will never forget Dr. Jacoby and his legacy of love and caring for mankind. I enjoyed viewing the video. Dr. Robert E. Jacoby II, 74, of Topeka, passed away Thursday, June 4, 2020. He was such a good person and always so kind. Baird is expected to be released from jail next week. Prayers for you all. You could always find her cheering at their athletic events. Dr. Jacoby was a quick moving Dr., he would be seeing a patient & would get a call from the hospital that its time to deliver a baby. statutory, or common law rights. Beth Simons. RIP Bob. Paul was born November. I've known Tom as long as you were married, and have watched you build a wonderful family filled with love and good times over the years. Conversations with Bob gave us assurance. We have many great memories of the 30+ years that he was our family physician, and we also were happy when Anita also joined his practice! I know he loved his wife and sons very much and spoke of them often. I so regret that I will not be able to, except in prayer, let him know how important he was to me.Bob, after he began his practice, became our family doctor. irrevocable, non-exclusive right and license to use, copy, modify, display, archive, store, publish, transmit, perform, Anita - so sorry for your loss and thinking of you. He was such a wonderful Doctor.. You and your family are in our up most prayers Dr Jacoby was my Family Doctor starting in 1974. Thank you for helping bring my biggest blessings into the world ! All my memories of Dr. Bob are nothing but good. Dr. Jacoby was definitely one of a kind!! She was Visitation: Monday, March 6, 2023 from 11:00am to 12:00pm, Service: Monday, March 6, 2023 at 12:00pm. Group in any form, media, software or technology of any kind now existing or developed in the future. We admire him for his long and caring career as a family physician, and for the many talents and interests he had. He had generations of patients that came to see him which tells you how much he is loved and respected. I am just heart sick to lose such a wonderful, sensitive and talented man. You further represent and If you need an arrangement delivered in less than Melody, Cory and Melissa -We are so very saddened to learn of Tom's death. A kind and compassionate physician who I enjoyed getting to know during my career. Last Review: 02/10/2015 True friends are rare and precious. He offered to take me to get some gas for my car. We would text each other throughout the years and pray for one another. I am praying for his family, he will truly be missed and always remembered. As the pain of this terrible loss passes, I am sure many wonderful memories will be cherished by his family. I offer my family's condolences to your whole family. Prayers and condolences to all his family. Claire. Everything that he played for us that day was beautiful. He always had a smile on his face when I saw him. the possibility of such damages, whether in an action under contract, negligence, or any other theory, arising out of or in This functionality is temporarily unavailable. She was born January 9, 1944, in Tulsa, Service: Friday, March 10, 2023 at 10:30am. Newcomer Funeral Service Group shall not be liable to you for any direct, indirect, special, punitive, incidental, exemplary Sending thoughts and prayers to your family . I met him in 2006 when I started as an NP in Infectious disease. Drusa Fay "Kikiqwah" Wabaunsee. ~ Stan and Rosie Hornbaker - June 9, 2020. to this Site, you represent and warrant that you have the right to post the Material to A part of my heart cracked learning the passing of Dr. J. a wonderful caring physician. He was one of the first doctor's I worked for at Cotton O'Neil Clinic many years ago when I became a nurse. Our thoughts & Prayers are with all the family. Material you submit, post, transmit, display, publish or distribute on or through this Site, your use of this Site, your Judith A. He was one of a kind and his other colleagues and I respected him greatly. He was very proud of all the pictures of the babies he delivered. As a physician, Bob tended both my parents, and as organist he played for my father's memorial service-I asked him for Virgil Fox's arrangement of Bach's setting of Nun Danket Alle Gott and it was a roof raiser! - Heather Strobel, Melody, Becky just shared this news with me. Topeka, Kansas February 24, 2023 (89 years old) View obituary Eugenia Rose Freeman Horton, Kansas February 24, 2023 (91 years old) View obituary Gayla A Wade Winfield, Kansas February 23, 2023 (60 years old) View obituary Teresa A. Always so calm. He was kind & caring. He was more than a physician to me but a friend, such a gentile person, always kind and thoughtful and eager to help.I can only imagine how difficult this time must be for you. She Pamela Pam Cockrill Vida, 66, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2023. Well done buddy!Jerry Myers, Pfizer Topeka. Tom, we will miss you. No one drew a breath from about the tenth measure until he lifted his hands from the keyboard at the end. Dr. Jacoby was a wonderful Doctor, teacher, and mentor. I am unsure if Tom and I ever met, but I knew his father, Mr. Frank Forbes and we are all from Burlington and both Eagle Scouts. Obituaries Topeka - Memorials & Condolences - Nancy Bruce Ratch Visitation: Saturday, June 3, 2023 from 9:00am to 10:00am Service: Saturday, June 3, 2023 at 10:00am Interment: Millburn Cemetery Nancy Bruce Ratch (nee Read), 86, of Topeka, KS passed away Saturday, January 7, 2023. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. You and Newcomer Funeral Service Group agree that the warranty disclaimers and limitations of liability in this Agreement We were always very happy with the care we received from both of you.