Anita and family, So sorry to hear of your loss.It's been many years since we worked together at Women's Clinic but have fond memories of you and Bob. I miss you all and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful man! I worked with Tom at the Gas Company. He was articulate, friendly and courteous. The last time I saw him was when he and Anita traveled to Chicago to help us celebrate my mother's (his Aunt's) 80th birthday. 3700 SW Wanamaker Rd Everyone loved Bob. I have always and will always think the world of the whole Jacoby family. After our boys were grown and gone, Ron and I continued to be cared for by Dr. Jacoby and you too, Anita. of bigotry, racism, discrimination or hate; is defamatory, threatening, disparaging, inflammatory, false, misleading, deceptive, fraudulent, Prayers for healing. My prayers go out to Anita and his family. I am so sorry to hear of Bobs passing. License Granted by Submitters to Newcomer Funeral Service Group. He will be missed by many. As he played it on the organ, he offered to help me have it performed, an example of the person he was. PATRICIA SLIDER OBITUARY Patricia Ann "Patti" Slider, (73), died June 30 , 2020. So here is the story. A great doctor, a fine musician, and a wonderful man. He was always gracious and humble and we found much to laugh about, from snow skiing to Anita and the motor home. Sorry to hear of Dr. Jacoby's passing. Chris, Carrie, Hunter & Ryder Proffitt, The doc delivered all 3 of my kids. Our thoughts & Prayers are with all the family. 888-293-2252. Prayers for all of the family and friends during this time. Always so calm. I was shocked and saddened to learn of Dr. Jacoby's death. There was always joy in his playing and I am so appreciated of that. We compared blisters at Philmont, and shared many campfire meals together on High Adventures. Topeka, KS 66605 Such a genuine and caring man. 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! ~ Stan and Rosie Hornbaker - June 9, 2020. He became doctor for my second husband, as well as myself till he retired in 2012. She Pamela Pam Cockrill Vida, 66, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2023. He truly was a great man and one of the best doctor's there ever was. contains any actionable statement, or tends to mislead or reflect unfairly on any other person, Karen Mace, We were so sorry to learn of Dr. Jacoby's death. 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. Evidently Dave hadn't seen his technique, or he would have told him the same thing. I am so sorry to hear about Bob. We asked that the jurors address the city and demand that we do something about the crime in the streets, Devkota said. I've known Dr. Jacoby since I was in high school. He was kind, courteous, and fun to talked to, he made it seem as if Id known him long time. He remained my doctor through the birth of my son. Sorry to hear of your loss. Marcia Ackerman Obituary (1952 - 2020) - Topeka, KS - Lawrence Journal Corky & Janice Armstrong, Anita and family,I was so sorry to hear of the death of Dr. Jacoby. Though I still have a few years to go, I was hoping he'd have been there to give me advice. RIP doc. I met Bob when he was a med student st Stormont-Vail about 1969. I hope there is comfort in the knowledge that he is no longer suffering, and in holding each other close. May joyful memories bring you peace. Material you submit, post, transmit, display, publish or distribute on or through this Site, your use of this Site, your He always had a smile on his face and he was a joy to work with. He would light up the room talking about delivering babies. Anita and extended Jacoby family,We were so very saddened to hear about Bob's tragic accident. It was Tony Baird, Devkota said. MOURN his loss -- CELEBRATE his life -- CHERISH his memory -- and let us all keep him alive in our love and close to our heartsWith love and prayers from Wisconsin,Jeff Gloria Michael and Laura Josephson, Anita and sons - What a joy it has been to get to know Dr. Bob since becoming a member of First Presbyterian Church. I said oh you have your doctorate in music ? Lol. :-(. I remember attending church with her and Joy once. I was a senior in high school (1977 - 1980) and work in the afternoons during school than full time after. However he delivered my son in 1976, Douglas Lee Eaden II and Sarah Elizabeth Eaden in 1980. I saw him and spoke with him last December while attending noon Noels at first Presbyterian Church, he was playing the organ. Anita and family. 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. He always spoke highly of his family. Prayer and thoughts for the family. Tom was the perfect Scout, a mentor for the boys and model for adult leaders.Tom offered much to this world, had more to give, and gone much too soon. Topeka Obits - Online Obituaries, Funeral Notices and Death Records I was sadden by the news of Dr. Jacoby's passing. My thoughts are with his family, friends and colleagues at this time. He was born in Lilbourn, Olyn F. Smith, 80, of Topeka, passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2023 at a Topeka hospital. cause injury to any person or entity, and that it does not violate any third partys proprietary, Our prayers are also for the nephews, nieces and all other extended family. Bob was one of the finest people I have ever known. . He was an excellent doctor for me before he retired. Robert O. We left Topeka in 1979 to be closer to our families in the Chicago area and I took a faculty position with the Medical College of Wisconsin Department of Family and Community Medicine continuing until 2016 when I retired. you expressly agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. Newcomer Funeral Service Group will not intentionally post, transmit, display, publish, or Our family lived in the same neighborhood, went to the same schools. This functionality is temporarily unavailable. He was a wonderful person and always happy to visit with me. I was born nearly 44 years ago, shortly after he started his practice. You further represent and Tommy sat in the seat behind me in Miss Axelma Newkirk's 5th grade classroom at Burlington Grade School. Dr.Jacoby was a wonderful doctor. He was a great person, always positive, and we will miss him! Without limiting the While I didnt know Tom well, I knew what he meant to all of you through the way Melissa and Melody spoke of him. He married Karen Hartman on July 30, 1982 in Beloit, Kansas. Topeka has lost one of its favorite sons.Dave and Mary Ann Lillich5346 North Santa MonicaWhitefish Bay, Wisconsin 53217, ~ David and Mary Ann Lillich - July 23, 2020, Dear Jacoby Family:My heartfelt sympathy to your family in the loss of your loved one. From births to deaths, he not only cared for us, but played the organ for our happiest and saddest events. Please accept our sympathy. Find local Topeka, Kanas obituaries and join us in celebrating memories and honoring their lives and legacies. My deepest sympathy to Anita and the rest of his family. You also represent and warrant that the writing He delivered all three of our children, and continue to be our family doctor until we moved away from Topeka. Memorial contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church 817 SW Harrison St. Topeka, KS 66612; (please list Music Fund in the memo line). We will always treasure our memories of Mothers Day brunches, childrens birthdays, sharing our anniversary celebrations, and just being together. Parker-Price Cremations, Funerals and Receptions - John Robben 1962 - 2020 Service: Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at 11:00am. contains vulgar, profane, abusive or hateful language, epithets or slurs, text or illustrations Dr. Jacoby helped delivered our son, Nathan, March 19, 1982. Bob was an Akl Pledge and fraternity brother of mine. Joyce, Reagan, Bryan and all of the Jacoby family, Im so terribly sorry for the loss of Uncle Bob. While the wait was sometimes long in his exam room, I never minded because I enjoyed looking through his many baby books with pictures of the babies he delivered and more as they grew over the years. Nobody cared more about their patients than Dr. Jacoby. TOPEKA (KSNT) One day after a Shawnee County jury found a man not guilty in the shooting death of an innocent bystander, his attorney says hes about to be a free man for the first time in nearly three years. He was a great and caring doctor both to his patients and his staff. He was one of the best. 3.) He and his family lived a few doors down from our home on Burnett Road. he said No, I'm a doctor. You could always find her cheering at their athletic events. Love, light and prayers. Attorney Tarak Devkot said his client was being attacked by gang members who misidentified him as a member of a rival gang. He smiled all the time, even when the opposing team (me) hollered at him for being such a good player. With services throughout Kanas that are updated regularly. Godspeed, Doctor, and prayers for Gods peace for your family. I hope that you can find some comfort knowing that Bob is now at home in his Heavenly Father's arms. Tony Baird was arrested in 2020 for the murder of Jerrie Ross. downloading of any materials from this Site. He was by far the greatest doc of all times! He took good care of my mom throughout all the years ah went to him. Tom, we will miss you. Prayers for you and his whole family. I pray that all your wonderful memories bring you comfort now and in the weeks and months ahead.Hugs to you,Deb, June 6, 2020I just got word tonight from one of my brothers about the untimely and inconceivable passing of my cousin Bob. We returned to Africa as missionaries in 1983. We remained friends even after he went to Johns Hopkins, and honored that he traveled to St. Louis to share the time and play the organ at our wedding. 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. I was also fortunate to have him deliver both of my children. not protected by copyright law, or (iii.) If you need an arrangement delivered in less than The true compassion and concern Dr. Jacoby always showed for his patients is uncomparable. Obituaries Topeka - Memorials & Condolences - Paul D. Marmet Visitation: Thursday, February 23, 2023 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm Paul D Marmet, 87, died February 9, 2023, with his family by his side in Topeka, Kansas. Dove Cremations and Funerals - Thomas D. 'Tom' Morris 1949 - 2020 He was our family physician for many years beginning in the 70's until his retirement. Marcia was born August 23, 1952, in the San Francisco, California Bay Area at Hamilton Air Field. The care I received from both Dr J and Anita has been truly missed. 1321 SW 10th Avenue. Such a talented man. Send flowers. Our hearts are grieving with all of you and for you. this Site, which means (i.) rights of any third party, is unreasonably harmful or offensive to any individual or community, are material, and bargained-for as a basis of this Agreement. I have always respected him professionally through the years and enjoyed his wisdom and humor with the card group. When we were sophomores, four of us lived together in the "old" house in the room whose carpet was multicolored carpet samples that we sewed together in Bob's parent's basement. "Burt" Peck, 87, of Topeka, passed away on Monday, February 27, 2023 at a Rossville care facility. and reserves the right to not post any submission(s) at their discretion. 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. ~ Diane and Jim Renner - August 21, 2020, Melody and family,I am so sorry for your loss and will keep you all in my prayers. God bless and all my love!! the four of us were me. Let your family and Friends help you out during this difficult time. and reserves the right to not post any submission(s) at their discretion. What a great doctor, encourager and lover of children. of bigotry, racism, discrimination or hate; is defamatory, threatening, disparaging, inflammatory, false, misleading, deceptive, fraudulent, He was my dr for forever..and his wife Anita..I'm so sorry to hear this..Rest in peace..thoughts and prayers with his family. Dr. Jacoby was a wonderful Doctor, teacher, and mentor. Our families also grew up together at the Central United Presbyterian Church and have known Bob all of my life. Please also sign me up for Penwell-Gabel's email newsletter. I remember Randy and I frantically called him at 3:00 AM because of our sick baby (many years ago). business or entity; violates any municipal, state or federal law, rule, regulation or ordinance, or attempts to