Michelle Smith, PhD, Anita and family,We are so sad to hear about Dr. Jacoby's passing. As he played it on the organ, he offered to help me have it performed, an example of the person he was. Our hearts are sad for you, Anita, and for Dave. 888-293-2252. Topeka, KS 66604. His care for his patients and all those he served set the example for what a Family Physician should be. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I worked for Dr. Jacoby many years ago shortly after he opened his practice in the Continental building. We loved Bob and his whole family. Prayers for healing. 1969, and the two resided in Houston, TX, Coffeyville, KS, Kansas City, MO, and Topeka, KS during Tom's 40-year career as a mechanical engineer in the oil and gas industry. And may a circle of angels surrounded Anita through this most difficult time. After our boys were grown and gone, Ron and I continued to be cared for by Dr. Jacoby and you too, Anita. We remember him as a nice, knowledgable, and caring man. I feel so fortunate I was able to spend time with him last summer. prior notice. He was an awesome doctor and a genuinely kind, caring and compassionate man! He was a participant in our Rock Chalk skits which we won in three consecutive years, 1965-67.He was active in alumni functions and especially those smaller annual gatherings in Lawrence.He will be fondly remembered and missed a great deal. His parents and mine were such good friends. My family was a patient when he first started until he retired. Our love to his family, Bill and Betty Calderwood, ~ Bill and Betty Calderwood - June 4, 2020. She use to enjoy a cold beer at dinner time on occasion. I believe that testimony of the mistaken identity and gang violence was critical in achieving Tony Bairds liberty.. I am praying for his family, he will truly be missed and always remembered. This functionality is temporarily unavailable. Len Heller, EdD, retired VP at University of Kentucky. Rest well. Dr. Jacoby was definitely one of a kind and an example of someone that was doing exactly what he was meant to do. Dr jacoby came by and stopped. Sign up for one year of grief messages designed to offer hope and healing during difficult first year after a loss. Walter B. Mary Ann served as the nurse clinician for our practice and assisted our patients with prenatal and infant care. As a physician- he probably touched more patients than any physician in the history of Topeka -provided uncountable charitable care and contributed so much to Topeka professionally and personally. you expressly agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. I send my deepest sympathy and love from your loss, he was 'the Angel that walked among us'.With my unfathomable Regards,SandySandra Payne. You He was an amazing person RIP! Dear Anita and family,We would like to add our deepest condolences and express our shock and sadness over the unexpected loss of our friend, Dr. Bob jacoby. I was born nearly 44 years ago, shortly after he started his practice. What a kind, humble, intelligent, and loving good man. You are being lifted up in prayers for the comfort that only comes from God. Kathy Spees Vaughn, I worked with Dr Jacoby when he delivered babies at St Francis. I was happy for the two of you, but very anxious that we would never find a PCP that could compare with the care we had received from the two of you. and/or such entities agents and employees harmless from any claim or demand made by anyone regarding any and all writing and/or Bob was also family and we are glad to see him yesterday at his sister Joyce's home. She taught gifted education for 32 years in Lawrence, Perry-Lecompton and Kansas City, Kansas. He was very proud of all the pictures of the babies he delivered. Your email address has successfully been added to our mailing list. I also enjoyed hearing him at the keyboard. 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. or consequential damages, or any damages whatsoever, even if Newcomer Funeral Service Group has been previously advised of Paul was born November. If you need an arrangement delivered in less than Bob was a very special friend and colleague to the two of us. He said I like it, keep it that way! True friends are rare and precious. I am even sadder hearing of his passing. I am sad to hear of Bob's passing and pray for him and for all of his loved ones. Frank Carney, Co-founder of Pizza Hut . Rest in heaven. It was so neat to see pictures of myself as well as pictures of my two kids. Anita- I am so sorry for your loss. My mother had to moved to Presbyterian Manor in Topeka. Sheron Eaden. Please try again later, or re-subscribe. Dr. Jacoby was my OB/GYN and my son, Javin's, pediatrician back in the early 1980s. also grant Newcomer Funeral Service Group the right to use any facts, ideas, concepts, know-how or techniques ("Information") The world was a better place with all Bobs contributions and achievements and love he showed to his family and others. It was great to see you at Bob and Jans 50th. A part of my heart cracked learning the passing of Dr. J. a wonderful caring physician. My best wishes to his family. I'll never forget him as a Outstanding Physician and he can not be replaced even as he retired, him and his wife Anita who is also a sweet lady who I dearly miss as well they both can never be replaced by another Dr that's how wonderful Dr. Jacoby was.I am sorry for your loss Anita and may God be with you throughout the days, weeks, months and years to come. connection with the use, inability to use, or performance of the information, services, and materials available from this Site. I was sadden by the news of Dr. Jacoby's passing. She was their biggest fan! I hope there is comfort in the knowledge that he is no longer suffering, and in holding each other close. Your flower arrangement will be custom-made upon your order, Dr. Jacoby delivered 3 of our 4 children and was a kind and caring doctor. I worked at Aldersgate for 5 years caring for his Mother and always had a good talk with him! Margaret A. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.Bill & Diana Carriger. There was an error verifying your email address. Sincerely, Ben and Klara, ~ Klara and Ben Meseke - August 16, 2020. I joined him to do my family practice residency in 1974 while Mary Ann did her masters in maternal child nursing. Well done buddy!Jerry Myers, Pfizer Topeka. Rest In Peace Dr. Jacoby. contained in any Material or communication you send to us for any purpose whatsoever, including, but not limited to, developing, Ranging in age from 42 to 14. A host of angels rejoice at his coming. He was truly a family doctorand will be greatly missed. Her love for the Lord radiated to those around her. I hold memories of my time with you both in the Chancel Choir dear to my heart! It is hard to imagine any finer human beings on this Earth than Bob and Anita Jacoby.Love and Peace to your family Byron Fry, Anita,I am so sorry to hear of Bob's death. Lol. Bob was a fine fraternity brother, friend and doctor. 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. He was my pledge father in Alpha Kappa Lambda fraternity, and aside from initiation, when he found one reason after another to make me do push-ups, he was always an inspiration. He delivered both of my daughters and always asked for updated pictures. She loved . They looked forward to taking their school pictures into him to put on their page in his photo albums. He also delivered both of my children. He will be missed by many. There was always joy in his playing and I am so appreciated of that. rights of any third party, is unreasonably harmful or offensive to any individual or community, Love you AnitaJodie Means, Anita,So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. articles, illustrations, images, lyrics, photos, poems, or text ("Material") I have such fond memories of working as his office nurse for 5 years from 1979-1984. state law of the Site at which Newcomer performed funeral services for you or your family. So sad. Time with Tom would go quickly and you always felt he cared about you. As a new young nurse many years ago, I appreciated Dr. Jacobys respect for nurses and their input in patient care. 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, View ceremony time and location and leave condolences here. Please know you are in my prayers.Cheryl Davis, Melody, Cory, and Melissa,I was devastated to learn about Toms struggle with ALS this year and his passing. Our families also grew up together at the Central United Presbyterian Church and have known Bob all of my life. Subject to our right to remove Material, Newcomer Funeral Service Group guarantees that each Message Book will remain on this Please read the following terms of use ("Terms of Use") carefully before using Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.Gene and Peggy Hillyer, ~ Gene and Peggy Hillyer - August 16, 2020. Melody, we were saddened to hear of Tom's passing. Our family was blessed to have him as our family doctor for many years. 785-272-9797 Tony Baird was arrested in 2020 for the murder of Jerrie Ross. you make and/or information you submit is truthful and accurate. you make and/or information you submit is truthful and accurate. Dr. Jacoby was my families doctor and also my doctor growing up. I worked with Tom at KGS in the 90's. He had so many photo albums of all of his kids. I would always tell him I was joking, that I was glad he was enjoying retirement but that we all missed him dearly. Richard A. Cody, 75, of Overbrook, passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2023. Our prayers are with you and your family. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. 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! He was a good friend. He took good care of my mom throughout all the years ah went to him. You grant Newcomer Funeral Service Group, its affiliates, related entities, and/or assigns a royalty-free, perpetual, All my memories of Dr. Bob are nothing but good. I miss you all and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. We will treat your information with the utmost confidentiality and not share or distribute it in any way. Anita and family, Ive known Dr Jacoby, wellsince my birth. He was one of the first doctor's I worked for at Cotton O'Neil Clinic many years ago when I became a nurse. Jack passed peacefully with his wife holding his hand on November 30, 2020, at the age of 64. He consulted with several retirees and soon-to-be retirees. Melody and Family, We have such wonderful memories of our friendship with Tom the past 40 years. He delivered me 31 years ago and was my doctor until the day he retired. You and Newcomer Funeral Service Group agree that the warranty disclaimers and limitations of liability in this Agreement I was privileged to know him through encounters in the medical community. Sending thoughts and prayers to your family . By making a submission, you may be contacted by Newcomer Funeral Service Group so we may follow up with any issue relating He married Karen Hartman on July 30, 1982 in Beloit, Kansas. Praying for you and your family. I always thought it was so special that he cared so much about each baby he delivered that he kept albums full of all their pictures. Chris, Carrie, Hunter & Ryder Proffitt, The doc delivered all 3 of my kids. infect, your computer equipment or other property on account of your access to, use of, or browsing of this Site, or of your He was gone, got his job done and came right back with a smile on his face. reserves the right, at any time, to modify, alter, or update these Terms of Use without Im so sorry and if there is anything I can please let my family know! warrant that the Material you submit does not violate these Terms of Use, that it will not I could tell so many stories about him and how caring and compassionate he was, but he always used to tell me that he will always remember the day that I was born. He will certainly be missed. I was sad when he retired. He was such a wonderful man and an even better doctor. off site pages or additional sites linked to this Site, for any error, defamation, libel, slander, omission, falsehood, He was a brilliant man and a very well-respected physician in Topeka. He always had a smile on his face and he was a joy to work with. 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. She was Visitation: Monday, March 6, 2023 from 11:00am to 12:00pm, Service: Monday, March 6, 2023 at 12:00pm. Obituary. RIP Dr Jacoby. Brennan Mathena Funeral Home is a collection of obituaries for Topeka, KS & Shawnee County. She was born on October 22, 1948 in Topeka, KS to Howard and Loretha (Michael) Morgan. 2843 SE Minnesota He delivered my two siblings and I as well as my three children and was the absolute greatest!! She was born January 9, 1944, in Tulsa, Service: Friday, March 10, 2023 at 10:30am. We appreciate the wonderful travelogue on cd that he sent to us. Newcomer Funeral Service Group also assumes no responsibility and shall not be liable for any damages to, or viruses that may Pat Morgan went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 26, 2023. May God be praised as Bob frequently did with his music. 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. I still remember attending your wedding in Goff when Jan and Bob were unable to go. I sometimes have a flair for the dramatic and bless this man for dealing with me through my pregnancies. He delivered our oldest son in July, 1982. I loved having Dr. Jacoby & his team care for me & my family! Jeff and family, I'm very sorry for your loss. RIP Bob. God bless you. Site for 30 days. Penwell-Gabel Home; Send Flowers . Thinking of you. Directions, Southeast Chapel Harlan and Vanita Hunt, I was saddened to hear of Dr. Jacoby's passing. I was always struck by how down to earth and nice he was for someone so accomplished. I have many fond memories of him accompanying me while singing at First Presbyterian Church. My brother, Ray, was one of tom's college roommates at Washburn. In 1975, he was my childrens physician for many years. In High School, Bob was the pianist that accompanied our high school choir. Directions. A Celebration of Life service will be held at Topeka Baptist Church on Saturday March 4th, at 10:00 am. I'm so incredibly sorry for your families loss. Railroads Days, you would always see Dr. J eyeing the latest toy train car he would buy for his prized collection of miniature trains. Material you submit, post, transmit, display, publish or distribute on or through this Site, your use of this Site, your I think the next week in my clinical I worked with him. 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. I remember him well from my high school and college days. Anita and familyIt is hard to put in words how to tell u the sadness we feel for your loss. Anita, my deepest condolences. What a great man, I always thought so highly of him. Nathan grew up in Zambia and Kenya returning to the States for college in 2000. Thinking about you and sending prayers and hugs.Judy Dowd. Best mentor. Peace be with you. 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. I worked with Tom at Kansas Gas Service. I remember him as such a rock for his family; it was obvious to anyone who knew him how much he loved you all. I first met him when I went to free clinic. Newcomer Funeral Service Group reserves the right to read and screen all submissions prior to publishing them on the website, I think it was a game, because the kids thought it was hilarious that he knew who they were and not me. Newcomer Funeral Service Group will not intentionally post, transmit, display, publish, or Condolences should be personal messages from family and friends. All the memories of Central Presbyterian Church that we shared. My heart goes out to his family and friends. All our love and prayers to his wife Anita, his family, my cousins Joyce and David and their families, and to my Aunt Melba. He was a great person, always positive, and we will miss him! He was kind & caring. Pam was born March 8, 1956, in Oak Service: Friday, February 10, 2023 at 2:00pm. She was born on October 22, 1948 in Topeka, KS to Howard and Loretha (Michael) Morgan. I am so sorry to hear of Toms passing. Dr Jacoby was a wonderful person and physician. Capital City Carnage is in Topeka this weekend, Nice evening ahead with a pleasant Saturday in the, Bill would let KS vets get free fishing, hunting, Biden had cancerous lesion removed, no further treatment, Inflation has patients delaying care, risking health, Mission no longer partnering with Unleashed Pet Rescue, US announces new $400 million Ukraine security aid, Man wins $1M in game of Texas Holdem at local casino, Biologists battle invasive species infesting KS River, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. This is truly a huge loss for our church family. Topeka, KS 66605 Memorial contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church 817 SW Harrison St. Topeka, KS 66612; (please list Music Fund in the memo line). Excellent pianist. I hope that my two children (both soon to be doctors) can be like him. He was a wonderful man and always had a smile on his face. His kindness toward us as a young couple will always be a treasured memory. Rest in Peace! This continued throughout our college years, where on many occasions he would partner, supporting me as I would tryout for various musicals and summer theater opportunities. Pantaleon "Leon" Rios, 81, of Topeka, passed away Monday, February 6, 2023. He delivered my daughter Ciera, 10.19.1989. He truly loved his babies and his patients. So sorry to hear of Tom's passing. The Manor staff were amazed and happily agreed. Dr. Jacoby was our family physician for many years. How fortunate that our friendship spanned 44 years. License Granted by Submitters to Newcomer Funeral Service Group. Anita and family, I am so sorry to hear about Dr. Jacobys passing. I was so sorry to hear about BoBs accident and passing. Our sincere condolences to his family.Mike & Jennie Atwood & family. I was so sorry to hear of Dr Jacoby's passing. While we have always known of his reputation as an outstanding doctor, it was nice to have him join us for coffee in Disciples Hall and take the time to get to know us. You delivered me, my sisters and all my cousins. Funeral Service Group and its affiliates and related entities the right to use your name and any other information about you I was lucky to get into his family practice when I was pregnant with our first baby. Visitation: Saturday, June 3, 2023 from 9:00am to 10:00am, Service: Saturday, June 3, 2023 at 10:00am. I was blessed to have Dr. Jacoby as my PCP until the day he retired. distribute, reproduce and create derivative works from all writing and/or Material you provide to Newcomer Funeral Service Sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Tom at the Gas Company. You agree that each visit you make to this Site you shall be subject to business or entity; violates any municipal, state or federal law, rule, regulation or ordinance, or attempts to Bob will be remembered with our love and respect. and our florist needs a few hours to craft your arrangement. I believe Bob took organ from Richard Gayhart at 1st Presbyterian. Anita, So sorry to hear of Bobs passing. He especially enjoyed delivering babies and caring for their families. statutory, or common law rights. (785) 234-6605. So sorry for his passing. you have express permission from the copyright Because we moved from Topeka our paths haven't crossed for many years. What a great doctor, encourager and lover of children. He was a year behind me in high school. contains vulgar, profane, abusive or hateful language, epithets or slurs, text or illustrations not protected by copyright law, or (iii.) . He was always so thoughtful and positive. Kevin Brennan Family Funeral Home - Topeka, KS Every life deserves a special time of honoring and celebrating. Our thoughts & Prayers are with all the family. Pat Morgan went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 26, 2023. I was also fortunate to have him deliver both of my children. I was a new grad PA when he hired me in 1976 as the second clinician to join his medical practice. Prayers to your family! Martha Holmes, 81, of Topeka, passed away Tuesday, February 28, 2023 in Topeka. Topeka, KS 66610 When he opened his practice until he retired, he became my entire extended familys family doctor. . As a participant of the FPC men's Wednesday morning Bible study, I will miss Bob's presence as well as his cogent comments and questions. Pat loved spending her free time with her nieces and nephews. W. Dear family of Tom Forbes,Im sorry to hear learn of Toms passing. He was my Obgyn for all my pregnancies and pediatrician for all 3 kids. 1.) connection with the use, inability to use, or performance of the information, services, and materials available from this Site. off site pages or additional sites linked to this Site, for any error, defamation, libel, slander, omission, falsehood, So sorry to hear of Toms passing. I know all the other pharmaceutical folks who interacted with him feel the same. 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, A life well lived. encourage such an evasion or violation; interferes with any third party's uninterrupted use and enjoyment of this Site. 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. affiliated or linked sites; is otherwise inappropriate for this Site, in the sole discretion of Newcomer Funeral Service Group. - Heather Strobel, Melody, Becky just shared this news with me. My heart aches for you. Tommy sat in the seat behind me in Miss Axelma Newkirk's 5th grade classroom at Burlington Grade School. Prayers for you all. I pray for peace as you and family celebrate his incredible life. He was articulate, friendly and courteous. My condolences to Anita and the rest of Dr. Jacobys family. Nancy Bruce Ratch (nee Read), 86, of Topeka, KS passed away Saturday, January 7, 2023. We'll be thinking about you. He was loved by all as a physician and man. 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. You could always find her cheering at their athletic events. generality of the previous sentence, you authorize Newcomer Funeral Service Group to include the writing and/or Material I was sad to lose him when he retired. One of these that he and I shared was music. Bob was a senior at KU when I was a freshman, In the AKL fraternity house, he took me under his wing after an illness had caused me to miss most of the first half of the semester. I met Bob when he was a med student st Stormont-Vail about 1969. If you need an arrangement delivered in less than Local obituaries for the Topeka, Kansas area 1,650 Results Friday, March 3, 2023 Add Photos Add a Memory Adele M Boljack Adele M. Bolejack, went to be with her Lord and savior, Jesus Christ,. He always took time to visit with us to see how we were doing personally. ?? I had gotten the opportunity to speak to Dr. Jacoby in the years since he retired and would ask him if he was ready to come out of retirement. RITA BOCK OBITUARY. Great and amazing people. We will treat your information with the utmost confidentiality and not share or distribute it in any way. We felt blessed. Scott was born August 10, 1960 in Topeka, Kansas the son of John and. View ceremony time and location and leave condolences here. the four of us were me. We were all blessed to know him and will miss him too. A jury found Baird not guilty on Thursday. Laurena Sue "Suzie" Randol, 79, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, March 1, 2023. 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. My most sincere condolences to his family. You further represent and I followed Irene Flanagan's students' performances beginning in 1962. Wonderful Doctor, wonderful memories! 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. He remained my doctor through the birth of my son. He will be greatly missed by many. Who Receive obituaries Julie Ann Fairhurst February 14, 2023 View obituary He means so much to me. He was a great OBGYN and family doctor. He delivered my first child on 6/10/2000. Drusa Fay "Kikiqwah" Wabaunsee. Unfortunately, as the years came and went we left Topeka and moved to the west coast. More Sandra Jean French He always took an interest in me that was rare for an adult relating to an adolescent. Search. encourage such an evasion or violation; interferes with any third party's uninterrupted use and enjoyment of this Site. 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 Without limiting the 6589 Obituaries Search Topeka obituaries and condolences, hosted by Echovita.com. Dr. Jacoby was a wonderful doctor , he delivered my son , Jason, on April 27 Th 1976. Love, light and prayers. Services Unique as life Find A Loved One Evan Matthews January 25th Norman "Mick" Grove March 1st Lewis "Duke" Streeter February 21st Jesse Schulz February 18th Patricia "Patti-Jo" Schiefelbein February 17th Amy Ewing February 15th Please read the following terms of use ("Terms of Use") carefully before using We didnt have a middle name for Daniel when he entered this world, Dr. Jacoby had a son named Daniel Joseph so that is how Daniel got his middle name. Condolences should be personal messages from family and friends. My heart aches for 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. Let your family and Friends help you out during this difficult time. He always loved seeing pictures of my children. I loved him Anita.. Shirley Koci, Dear Dr. Jacobys Family, I am so sorry for your loss. We were sad to see them retire. Anita, you and your family have my deepest sympathy. He treated me with respect and as an equal (a trait I am sure was not true so early in my life). You were a wonderful doctor and will be truly missed. Please accept our sympathy. He will be missed. Nancy and I will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.Bill Edwards. He was always smiling and happy to help his patients with whatever he had in his "black bag". I am thankful for the privilege of having known Tom. I was right. Bob was very ambitious. Search Topeka obituaries and condolences, hosted by Echovita.com. He was such a good person and always so kind. 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. He was born March 5, 1947 Randy Glen Hayes, 66, of Great Bend, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2023. Directions, Southeast Chapel