Nathan grew up in Zambia and Kenya returning to the States for college in 2000. Please read the following terms of use ("Terms of Use") carefully before using Dr. Jacoby was definitely one of a kind!! irrevocable, non-exclusive right and license to use, copy, modify, display, archive, store, publish, transmit, perform, state law of the Site at which Newcomer performed funeral services for you or your family. So much so that when he had to come into the hospital at 5am to deliver my youngest, clearly was asleep right before, he was smiling and said "ready to have a baby??". 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, He had been my doctor my entire life and I knew that there would be absolutely no one that could replace him. Godspeed, Doctor, and prayers for Gods peace for your family. I was a very fortunate person to have Bob as my doctor and a great collaborative musician numerous times. Charisse (McLaurin) Torres-Rios, 53, of Topeka, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 24, 2023. RIP Bob. Newcomer Funeral Service Group also assumes no responsibility and shall not be liable for any damages to, or viruses that may He always spoke highly of his family. I had heard stories about how he kept books and pictures on each baby he delivered and I really wanted to have him as our doctor and to be able to share our pictures! Bob was one of the finest people I have ever known. He was a great OBGYN and family doctor. We will miss you, and we are so better having known you. Bob Brunkow, 82, Topeka, passed away Thursday, January 26, 2023. I will miss our time together, but still cherish the lifelong friendship with Anita, whose love was the best thing ever to happen in Bob Jacoby's life. 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. We asked that the jurors address the city and demand that we do something about the crime in the streets, Devkota said. 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 was the best doctor and person our family Ever had the great joy to know. contained in any Material or communication you send to us for any purpose whatsoever, including, but not limited to, developing, Bob was an Akl Pledge and fraternity brother of mine. ~ Herla Sue Spencer Overbey - August 16, 2020. He had so many photo albums of all of his kids. Mary Ann and I were sad to hear of Bob Jacobys recent death. He will be sorely missed and fondly remembered. I joined him to do my family practice residency in 1974 while Mary Ann did her masters in maternal child nursing. Always had a gentle handshake, a sincere smile and a listening ear, whether the patient was a little kid or an elderly parent. Prayers are with his family. Melody and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Laurena Sue "Suzie" Randol, 79, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, March 1, 2023. Search Topeka obituaries and condolences, hosted by Echovita.com. contains vulgar, profane, abusive or hateful language, epithets or slurs, text or illustrations Anita, you and your family have my deepest sympathy. 2843 SE Minnesota Your email address has successfully been added to our mailing list. He would light up the room talking about delivering babies. RIP Dr. Jacoby. She was Visitation: Monday, March 6, 2023 from 11:00am to 12:00pm, Service: Monday, March 6, 2023 at 12:00pm. That is so true! 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. A jury found Baird not guilty on Thursday. I LOVED the books and books filled with all the babies he had delivered. You and your family will be in our prayers. you expressly agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. 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. Pantaleon "Leon" Rios, 81, of Topeka, passed away Monday, February 6, 2023. He was always so very helpful in fixing gas meter issues. Later in life, he graciously shared this musical talent by playing the organ at my wedding. Dr.Jacoby was a wonderful doctor. He was an awesome doctor and a genuinely kind, caring and compassionate man! He sat at the spinet and played Franz Liszt's Il Sospiro for the assembled choir. He attended Topeka West High School and graduated in 1974. . The Keeffe family. I said oh you have your doctorate in music ? He gave you the small town doctor kind of care feeling when you went to see him, truly a wonderful man; he will be missed.RIP Dr. Jacoby My sincerest condolences and prayers to Anita and the whole family.Kim M. Ball, Our time with Bob goes back to 1959 and following, when he was part of Youth Club, camping and activities at Central Presbyterian Church. I so sorry to hear about his death. How fortunate that our friendship spanned 44 years. He was a great guy and he will be sorely missed. He offered to take me to get some gas for my car. In 1986, he delivered our second son, Ryan. Conversations with Bob gave us assurance. He wrote a medical prescription for her to receive a Coors beer when she requested it with dinner. I am grateful for Dr. Jacoby and the care he gave me and Nathan while we were in Topeka. The world lost a wonderful doctor and a wonderful man my sympathies to Anita and his kids. He was truly a role model to anyone blessed enough to know him. prior notice. I was always struck by how down to earth and nice he was for someone so accomplished. He was a very kind and respectable man who made you feel at ease in his office. It was an amazing performance of an amazingly beautiful piece of music, and Bob made the spinet sound like a nine-foot Steinway grand. Nathan graduated from KSU and has been on staff with Christian Challenge working with college students. I would always tell him I was joking, that I was glad he was enjoying retirement but that we all missed him dearly. Since he has retired, I occasionally ran into him at SERC fitness center. So sad to hear of his passing. Hugs Nancymac. 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. I was a senior in high school (1977 - 1980) and work in the afternoons during school than full time after. It was great to see you at Bob and Jans 50th. The video of memories was wonderful. He graduated from Burlington High School in 1965, received a B.A. We were blessed to be able to enjoy his gift at playing the organ. 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. He will be sorely missed. I hope you can find comfort in each other and the many people who care about and love you. 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. 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! Since Liz and I lived in Lexington, Kentucky, caring for her was a loving challenge. Pat loved spending her free time with her nieces and nephews. I really thought be would out live most of us. Obituaries. 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. May family, friends and your faith bring you comfort in your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Denise Denton, Joyce, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your brother, just yesterday we were in primary Sunday school atCUP. He also cared for my dad during the latter years of his life. ~ Robert and maria Johnson - June 13, 2020, Anita and family, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. (785) 234-6605. standards described in Section 2 above, or for any other reason whatsoever. It was a joy to work with him for many years. My mother was a patient of his and so I was able to meet him. I enjoyed viewing the video. I think it was a game, because the kids thought it was hilarious that he knew who they were and not me. License Granted by Submitters to Newcomer Funeral Service Group. I feel so fortunate I was able to spend time with him last summer. He was born June 20, 1956, in Visitation: Saturday, February 25, 2023 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. So here is the story. 888-293-2252. As a PA, I particularly admired him because he hired the first Family Practice PA in Topeka, Eric Schuman, in 1976. to this Site, you represent and warrant that you have the right to post the Material to Serving: Topeka, Kansas. Condolence Messages will remain on this Site for the duration of the Message Book. While his client awaits release from jail, Devkota is calling on the City of Topeka to do more to address violent crime. While the brothers sang, he was our leader, playing our old refurbished player piano while he directed. We enioyed traveling with you on the Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island trip in 2014. He and his family lived a few doors down from our home on Burnett Road. During our 13 years together, he was a trusted guide and became a lifelong friend. He substituted for me as organist several times at Central Congregational. Our families also grew up together at the Central United Presbyterian Church and have known Bob all of my life. 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. Our hearts are sad for you, Anita, and for Dave. He truly was a great man and one of the best doctor's there ever was. He was a year behind me in high school. He and Anita were a great team. 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. 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. Thank you for your hard work and generous spirit. Bob delivered our first daughter and you could see the joy that he felt by bringing new life into the world. He would come in with his black bag and a smile on his face. Kansas Obituaries - Latest Obituaries in Kansas - Echovita My sincere sympathies go out to Bobs family. My sincerest condolences to your family and friends. We were always very happy with the care we received from both of you. Such a talented man. I had 3 children and he had alot of patience with me when I was a young mom. Patricia L. "Pat'' Morgan - Angels Above Cremation & Funeral Home Services May God bless and comfort you all in the days ahead. He was a friend to all, it seemed. twelve (12) hours, please call It is those memories that you two have shared in your life together that will get you through this very sad time. Topeka, KS 66605 Dr. Jacoby was my OB/GYN and my son, Javin's, pediatrician back in the early 1980s. Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries. My most sincere condolences to his family. 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. Well done buddy!Jerry Myers, Pfizer Topeka. are material, and bargained-for as a basis of this Agreement. He was our family physician for many years beginning in the 70's until his retirement. Newcomer Funeral Service Group will not intentionally post, transmit, display, publish, or We felt blessed. Dr jacoby came by and stopped. Bob you will be greatly missed. Site for 30 days. Railroads Days, you would always see Dr. J eyeing the latest toy train car he would buy for his prized collection of miniature trains. Our Funeral Home. He also delivered both of my children. Agnes Le Blanc Montgomery Obituary - Topeka Capital-Journal He was always kind to me and I heard from his patients how much they loved and trusted him. I did get to hear him play the organ once and it was beautiful, remember his light.