Corky & Janice Armstrong, Anita and family,I was so sorry to hear of the death of Dr. Jacoby. Our family was blessed to have him as our family doctor for many years. in Political Science from Washburn University in 1969, and a B.S. My deepest sympathy to Anita and the rest of his family. Who Receive obituaries Julie Ann Fairhurst February 14, 2023 View obituary not protected by copyright law, or (iii.) Prayers and love to you and your family. He was a gifted musician and generous of his time, and highly respected by his partners and colleagues. 3700 SW Wanamaker Rd He will be missed!I can see his quiet smile just before he shared some thoughts Or humor. So sorry for his passing. Great compassionate doctor and man. ~ Robert and maria Johnson - June 13, 2020, Anita and family, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Since he has retired, I occasionally ran into him at SERC fitness center. Great and amazing people. manufacturing and marketing products using such Information. Topeka, KS 66610 If you need an arrangement delivered in less than He always took an interest in me that was rare for an adult relating to an adolescent. I think it was a game, because the kids thought it was hilarious that he knew who they were and not me. I don't think I would have believed him if he said he played high school football.Hoping peace and strength will be with his family and friends. He became doctor for my second husband, as well as myself till he retired in 2012. Such a talented man. Last Updated: 02/10/2015 Newcomer Funeral Service Group will not intentionally post, transmit, display, publish, or I remember his sense of humor and his love for music. I would always tell him I was joking, that I was glad he was enjoying retirement but that we all missed him dearly. ~ 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. 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. He was a brilliant man and a very well-respected physician in Topeka. If you need an arrangement delivered in less than Bob improved our city, and gave all to his patients and his outreach to the elderly and his church. This functionality is temporarily unavailable. Thank you for helping bring my biggest blessings into the world ! He attended Topeka West High School and graduated in 1974. 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! Very sad to hear of Dr Bob passing. I still remember attending your wedding in Goff when Jan and Bob were unable to go. He had such a beautiful gift. He had generations of patients that came to see him which tells you how much he is loved and respected. Funeral Service Group and its affiliates and related entities the right to use your name and any other information about you Memorial contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church 817 SW Harrison St. Topeka, KS 66612; (please list Music Fund in the memo line). This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Meals Arkansas City, Kansas February 26, 2023 (74 years old) View obituary Janet Louise Gafney Overland Park, Kansas the then-current Terms of Use. And I remember those early years vividly. Remembering Tom for his zest for a lively conversation and his fondness for exercise. Topeka, KS Joyce A. Witmer, 87, of Topeka, passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2023 at a Topeka hospital. My condolences to all of you but he serves as a wonderful example of how to run this race called life.God bless all of you. He delivered my first child on 6/10/2000. I hope your memories bring you peace. the then-current Terms of Use. I hope there is comfort in the knowledge that he is no longer suffering, and in holding each other close. He was certainly one of a kind! Mr. Forbes spoke at my Eagle Scout ceremony and their devotion to scouting is to be admired. you make and/or information you submit is truthful and accurate. He offered to take me to get some gas for my car. Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries. Mary Ann served as the nurse clinician for our practice and assisted our patients with prenatal and infant care. He was born in Springfield, Illinois on December 14, 1941. The foregoing limitations of liability shall only apply if permitted under the laws of the state of your residence or the She was born June 1, 1936, Visitation: Friday, May 5, 2023 from 5:00pm to 6:00pm. After the delivery, Dr. J was holding the baby and we told him the baby's name would be Robert; he got a big smile and said we had picked a good name. Service: Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at 11:00am. Topeka, KS 66604. Dr.Jacoby was a fixture as I grew up in First Presbyterian Church in the '70's and 80's. 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. I am so sorry to hear of Bobs passing. It was great to see you at Bob and Jans 50th. We will keep his family in our prayers. You also represent and warrant that the writing Newcomer Funeral Service Group My heart goes out to his family and friends. Topeka West high school. After our boys were grown and gone, Ron and I continued to be cared for by Dr. Jacoby and you too, Anita. articles, illustrations, images, lyrics, photos, poems, or text ("Material") He was my Obgyn for all my pregnancies and pediatrician for all 3 kids. I loved looking through the albums of all of the babies that he delivered when I saw him in the office. Hugs Nancymac. With love,Sheri and Andy Freeman, Kinsley and Kyler Freeman. He wrote a medical prescription for her to receive a Coors beer when she requested it with dinner. Tom was born June 10, 1949 in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Bud and Barbara (Duff) Morris. Claire. . I was born nearly 44 years ago, shortly after he started his practice. you are the author of the Material, or (ii.) Sending thoughts and prayers to your family . May God give him eternal rest and the family the strength to bear the great pain. For a full version of our online obituary policy, please click, 2023 Penwell-Gabel Cremations, Funerals & Receptions. I did not know him outside of his profession, but every time I go to the doctor now I am always sad when it's anyone other than him. Newcomer Funeral Service Group She was born September 14, 1941, Southeast - 266-6700 Terry and I remember and will miss Bobs sly humor, his soft ways, and his love of music. He was such a good person and always so kind. I remember attending Bob's competition performance at the Topeka Civic Symphony Youth Talent Auditions when he was a senior in high school. Please try again later, or re-subscribe. Martha Holmes, 81, of Topeka, passed away Tuesday, February 28, 2023 in Topeka. Mom was the perfect lady and loving mother. I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Dr. Jacoby was definitely one of a kind and an example of someone that was doing exactly what he was meant to do. 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. He also delivered both of my children. I miss you all and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. He had so many photo albums of all of his kids. Dr jacoby came by and stopped. He was such a gentleman and so sweet and helpful to everyone as we got to know you two on that great Viking Cruise last year. to such submission. I have such fond memories of working as his office nurse for 5 years from 1979-1984. I knew he was very smart when he married Anita and shared lifes journey with her. Take care of you Anita. I took lessons from Richard for a while duding my college years, but not enough due to my efforts to complete a degree in piano from KU. He was born June 20, 1956, in Visitation: Saturday, February 25, 2023 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. 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. My sincere sympathies go out to Bobs family. Scott was born August 10, 1960 in Topeka, Kansas the son of John and. Bobs gifts were many, to all that knew him, his Brothers and to me personally during our years growing up.My first remembrance of Bob was in Junior High. Most importantly he was kind, caring and loved all persons. (785) 234-6605. Our love to his family, Bill and Betty Calderwood, ~ Bill and Betty Calderwood - June 4, 2020. Dr. Jacoby delivered both of our children and was a kind and caring Doctor for our family from 1979 until he retired. Please read the following terms of use ("Terms of Use") carefully before using Please take care of yourself.- Trina. He substituted for me as organist several times at Central Congregational. Please accept our sympathy. 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. He had been my doctor my entire life and I knew that there would be absolutely no one that could replace him. warrant that the Material you submit does not violate these Terms of Use, that it will not Newcomer Funeral Service Group also assumes no responsibility and shall not be liable for any damages to, or viruses that may Newcomer Funeral Service Group will not intentionally post, transmit, display, publish, or He of course asked about my husband and kids and I told him jokingly that my new doctor, that took his place, I have his number in my phone as Dr. Jacoby and so does my daughter! Dr. Jacoby was my families doctor and also my doctor growing up. Unfortunately, as the years came and went we left Topeka and moved to the west coast. I send my deepest sympathy and love from your loss, he was 'the Angel that walked among us'.With my unfathomable Regards,SandySandra Payne. I was also fortunate to have him deliver both of my children. I feel so fortunate I was able to spend time with him last summer. I believe Bob took organ from Richard Gayhart at 1st Presbyterian. He was always so personable, caring, and kind to everyone. Directions, Southeast Chapel Subject to our right to remove Material, Newcomer Funeral Service Group guarantees that each Message Book will remain on this Margaret A. No one drew a breath from about the tenth measure until he lifted his hands from the keyboard at the end. Prayers to the family at this stressful time. 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, I met him when I played for the Topeka Civic Youth Symphony Auditions. So sudden, so tragic. and/or such entities agents and employees harmless from any claim or demand made by anyone regarding any and all writing and/or 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. He delivered my two siblings and I as well as my three children and was the absolute greatest!! My best wishes to his family. Charisse (McLaurin) Torres-Rios, 53, of Topeka, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 24, 2023. You could always find her cheering at their athletic events. I have fond memories of working with him as one of his office nurses. I worked for Dr. Jacoby many years ago shortly after he opened his practice in the Continental building. I have many good memories of him from my childhood. Because we moved from Topeka our paths haven't crossed for many years. I pray for peace as you and family celebrate his incredible life. So sorry to read about Bob He was a wonderful man and boss..I could go on all day about the fun we had but I loved when I told him one morning he had one black and one brown shoe on . 785-354-8558. God bless you.David Couch. I've had many physicians since that time, but no one has ever compared to Dr. Jacoby. The boys were eager for their visits to look at the photos or give him updated ones.He was an amazing pianist..Rest In Peace Dr. Jacoby. you have express permission from the copyright He and his sister, Judy Pease, grew up in the "sweet" family of Martin Albert Pease, Jr. ("Noonie") and Katherine Louise James Pease ("Jimmie"). I worked as the employment manager at KPL and Kansas Gas Service. He especially enjoyed delivering babies and caring for their families. Bob was one of the kindest, caring physician colleagues one could ever work with. Condolence Messages will remain on this Site for the duration of the Message Book. I remember asking him if he would play the piano at my wedding and his response was, "I was hoping that you would ask". While his client awaits release from jail, Devkota is calling on the City of Topeka to do more to address violent crime. This functionality is temporarily unavailable. Pat worked for the State of Kansas for over 40 years, retiring from the Kansas Museum of History in 2020. He had a part in the legacy of his life. When he opened his practice until he retired, he became my entire extended familys family doctor. I know he loved his wife and sons very much and spoke of them often. rights of any third party, is unreasonably harmful or offensive to any individual or community, Bob never said never, not once.. he was always there for me and my heart just aches that I am not there for him now. Who Receive obituaries Vickie D. Sudduth February 24, 2023 (68 years old) statutory, or common law rights. 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. promotes or encourages illegal acts, violation of any right of any individual or entity, violation of any He was an amazing person RIP! His trains could be called The Circle of Life because he was always on track in every aspect he touched in leadership, music and medicine. We remember him as a nice, knowledgable, and caring man. Bob was always so friendly and kind towards me. Anita,We are so sorry to hear of Dr. Jacoby's passing, We remember you both well from your visits to our campground in Paxico. Dr. Jacoby helped delivered our son, Nathan, March 19, 1982. My deepest condolences to all of Dr. Jacoby's family. Always so calm. Sign up for one year of grief messages designed to offer hope and healing during difficult first year after a loss. We were sad to see them retire. He will be truly missed! affiliated or linked sites; is otherwise inappropriate for this Site, in the sole discretion of Newcomer Funeral Service Group. Our prayers are with you and your family. He treated me with respect and as an equal (a trait I am sure was not true so early in my life). Directions, Southeast Chapel 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. Like our page to stay informed about passing of a loved one in Topeka, Kansas on facebook. I worked with Tom at KGS in the 90's. He was born March 5, 1947 Randy Glen Hayes, 66, of Great Bend, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2023. I have wonderful memories of playing water volleyball with Bob. After about a week and a half, the jury found Baird not guilty, according to documents obtained by KSNT 27 News. the four of us were me. While I didnt know Tom well, I knew what he meant to all of you through the way Melissa and Melody spoke of him. encourage such an evasion or violation; interferes with any third party's uninterrupted use and enjoyment of this Site. Anita- I am so sorry for your loss. He smiled all the time, even when the opposing team (me) hollered at him for being such a good player. He was kind & caring. He means so much to me. Sorry to hear of your loss. I LOVED the books and books filled with all the babies he had delivered. This is truly a huge loss for our church family. He always spoke highly of his family. Anita, So sorry to hear of Bobs passing. Search. He was an amazing man! I became a patient of Bob's in the 1970s, when he launched his Topeka practice. He consulted with several retirees and soon-to-be retirees. Angels Above Cremation Services3936 NW 16th St., Bldg. I had the privilege to meet him once, and what struck me most was his cheeky smile, the smile that said, "I know something you don't know! As he was about to retire he had run every trap you can imagine on securing benefits from the Company and the government. Debra & Mike, ~ Debra and Mike Stufflebean - June 10, 2020, To Joyce and David Jacoby and the rest of the Jacoby family, I send my sincere condolences. Harriet Tholen Chang, I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Jacoby's passing. There was an error verifying your email address. Lois Lambley. I had 3 children and he had alot of patience with me when I was a young mom. Prayers to your family! I loved having Dr. Jacoby & his team care for me & my family! She Pamela Pam Cockrill Vida, 66, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2023. My prayers go out to Anita and his family. You I am sure that he is up in heaven with my sweet Dad catching up and I am sure that my Dad welcomed him into heaven with open arms. He will be greatly missed. He was very respected and thought of by our family and we so appreciate his care and help with my father, Raymond. Both my parents were very active in the choir with Bob and I also was alramazed how a medical doctor could fill in on the organ when our regular organist was not available.Bob will be missed and I send all my heart felt l0ve to his family. He delivered me 31 years ago and was my doctor until the day he retired. :-(. He delivered my sister and I, we are so lucky to have been brought into this world by such a wonderful, kind man. He delivered our oldest son in July, 1982. Ill never forget his kindness to my mother as she aged. Prayers for all of the family and friends during this time. Prayers are with his family. BTopeka, KS 66618. Chris, Carrie, Hunter & Ryder Proffitt, The doc delivered all 3 of my kids. Such a loss for you and all of us. Dr. Jacoby was definitely one of a kind!! He was one proud dad and husband and spoke of you often.