For a full version of our online obituary policy, please click, 2023 Penwell-Gabel Cremations, Funerals & Receptions. contains vulgar, profane, abusive or hateful language, epithets or slurs, text or illustrations 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. Anita and family, I am truly sorry for your loss! My condolences go out to his family, especially to his lovely wife Anita.Praying for all his family Nancy Liesmann, Bob was simply one of the kindest, most talented and intelligent souls I ever met.He will have a warm welcome in Heaven.Valarie Alexandra ValoisCharlotte, North Carolina, ~ Valarie Alexandra Valois - June 6, 2020. Much love, Trudy Odle. She was Visitation: Monday, March 6, 2023 from 11:00am to 12:00pm, Service: Monday, March 6, 2023 at 12:00pm. Bob was among the first physicians in Kansas who received 3 years of training in the new specialty of family medicine at University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City. I was born nearly 44 years ago, shortly after he started his practice. Bob touched so many, many lives through his music, medicine , church and friendships. Condolences should be personal messages from family and friends. promotes or encourages illegal acts, violation of any right of any individual or entity, violation of any the possibility of such damages, whether in an action under contract, negligence, or any other theory, arising out of or in He will certainly be missed. Sorry to hear of Dr. Jacoby's passing. Anita, Im sorry for your loss. I hold memories of my time with you both in the Chancel Choir dear to my heart! Rest in heaven. I worked for Dr. Jacoby many years ago shortly after he opened his practice in the Continental building. Bob delivered our daughter, and was Fred's medical professional until his retirement. Find contact information, view maps, and more. I have many fond memories of him accompanying me while singing at First Presbyterian Church. He delivered our oldest son in July, 1982. resources, accounts, passwords, servers or networks connected to or accessible through this Site or Dr Jacoby became my primary care provider in 1986 for the birth of my youngest daughter. I was sad to hear the news of Dr. Jacobys passing. 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. As many others have stated, I will never forget Dr. Jacoby and his legacy of love and caring for mankind. He was articulate, friendly and courteous. Flipper will be missed at our water volleyball. Farewell on your journey, Dr. Jacoby, Joyce and Melba, please accept my condolences on the loss of your brother and son. 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. Dearest Anita and Family,My privilege of knowing Bob has been a shining light in my soul, his kindness and love will never be forgotten. 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. I hope that my two children (both soon to be doctors) can be like him. Dr. Jacoby was a very nice man. I was so sorry to read about Bobs passing. 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 . Her love for the Lord radiated to those around her. I am so sorry to hear of Toms passing. Dr. Jacoby delivered my daughter on Thanksgiving at 7 PM, spending many hours of the holiday with us in the delivery room! I was also fortunate to have him deliver both of my children. When he first did an direct ophthalmoscopy on my eyes, I noticed that he used his right eye and hand for both my eyes. He was one of God's gifts to us ordinary guys. Thank you for your hard work and generous spirit. When we went to college that bond continued as we pledged the same fraternity, Alpha Kappa Lambda. So sorry for your loss. More Jeanne Marie Urish The foregoing limitations of liability shall only apply if permitted under the laws of the state of your residence or the Dr jacoby came by and stopped. Pam was born March 8, 1956, in Oak Service: Friday, February 10, 2023 at 2:00pm. We admire him for his long and caring career as a family physician, and for the many talents and interests he had. Railroads Days, you would always see Dr. J eyeing the latest toy train car he would buy for his prized collection of miniature trains. He told me that tip changed the way he practiced ever after! contains any actionable statement, or tends to mislead or reflect unfairly on any other person, 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. Prayers to your family! im sorry for loss. Your flower arrangement will be custom-made upon your order, He was an excellent doctor for me before he retired. Our hearts are grieving with all of you and for you. I met him when I played for the Topeka Civic Youth Symphony Auditions. He was born in Springfield, Illinois on December 14, 1941. Applicability & Acceptance of Terms of Use. He will be missed.Anita, my heart goes out to you. and our florist needs a few hours to craft your arrangement. three (3) hours, please call During our time together in Kansas City, Bob served as a mentor for me and a friend to both of us.After his residency training, Bob returned to his hometown of Topeka and soon had a busy family practice. Newcomer Funeral Service Group shall not be liable to you for any direct, indirect, special, punitive, incidental, exemplary statutory, or common law rights. Harlan and Vanita Hunt, I was saddened to hear of Dr. Jacoby's passing. He especially enjoyed delivering babies and caring for their families. I had kept up through my Aunt Nancy and knew he was very ill. You're in my thoughts and prayers! 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 Today and always, may fond memories bring you support and strength. She was born in Kansas City, Kansas on August 1, 1941 the daughter of Ordry and Marie (Irvin) Harrison. . 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,. Dr. Jacoby helped delivered our son, Nathan, March 19, 1982. Rest In Peace my friend. Love, light and prayers. Such a genuine and caring man. [They need] to address what Tony Baird went through on that day so other people might not be shot at by mistaken identity.. I am sad to hear of Bob's passing and pray for him and for all of his loved ones. Anita and family, I am so sorry to hear about Dr. Jacobys passing. I am blessed to have known Bob. I sometimes have a flair for the dramatic and bless this man for dealing with me through my pregnancies. Dr Jacoby was my doctor for over 15 years, and he delivered both of my children. My heart aches for you. affiliated or linked sites; is otherwise inappropriate for this Site, in the sole discretion of Newcomer Funeral Service Group. Material you submit, post, transmit, display, publish or distribute on or through this Site, your use of this Site, your He had the best team working with him as well. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. He will be greatly missed by many. In college we come and go, but it seems that high school memories are forever. We will always treasure our memories of Mothers Day brunches, childrens birthdays, sharing our anniversary celebrations, and just being together. I always remember Tom's smiling, friendly face and his gentle manner along with his caring demeanor. Unfortunately, it was the wrong person. you expressly agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. you are the author of the Material, or (ii.) Exactly the day he said he would arrive . So sudden, so tragic. Melody, we were saddened to hear of Tom's passing. Marcia was born August 23, 1952, in the San Francisco, California Bay Area at Hamilton Air Field. I kept in touch with Bob after high school. In lieu of flowers a memorial contribution can be made to Topeka Baptist Church 4500 SW Gage or Topeka Midland Hospice. 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 was a great Doctor and man. 888-293-2252. Mr. Forbes spoke at my Eagle Scout ceremony and their devotion to scouting is to be admired. Your flower arrangement will be custom-made upon your order, I know you loved to travel and visit the grandkids and will miss him so much. I feel so fortunate I was able to spend time with him last summer. While the brothers sang, he was our leader, playing our old refurbished player piano while he directed. Her parents, church, and Girl Scouting were. Since I am an RN, we often shared experiences while he was providing first rate care. A wonderful person. Bob and I went to school in Topeka together. I remember going to his home to pick out the music that he was going to play. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Though I still have a few years to go, I was hoping he'd have been there to give me advice. I worked with Tom at KGS in the 90's. He took wonderful care of my family, and he always listened to what I had to say. Anita, So sorry to hear of Bobs passing. Anita, you and your family have my deepest sympathy. Please accept our sympathy. Topeka, KS Joyce A. Witmer, 87, of Topeka, passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2023 at a Topeka hospital. Bob truly made the world a better place to be. Like our page to stay informed about passing of a loved one in Topeka, Kansas on facebook. He treated me with respect and as an equal (a trait I am sure was not true so early in my life). Serving: Topeka, Kansas. A kind and compassionate physician who I enjoyed getting to know during my career. I first met him when I went to free clinic. I was lucky to get into his family practice when I was pregnant with our first baby. He married Karen Hartman on July 30, 1982 in Beloit, Kansas. I really thought be would out live most of us. Together they had two daughters. Find local Topeka, Kanas obituaries and join us in celebrating memories and honoring their lives and legacies. He delivered my daughter Ciera, 10.19.1989. Im glad to know you had some time together in retirement and I imagine you travelled to some wonderful places. We asked that the jurors address the city and demand that we do something about the crime in the streets, Devkota said. Art and Carrie [email protected], ~ Art and Carrie Lancaster - June 8, 2020. Send flowers. He consulted with several retirees and soon-to-be retirees. Bob was a fine fraternity brother, friend and doctor. I became a patient of Bob's in the 1970s, when he launched his Topeka practice. Prayers and love to you and your family. Sincerely, Linda Smith. We will miss you, and we are so better having known you. Leon was born June 4, 1941, in Orange Grove, Southeast - 266-6700 obscenity, pornography, profanity, danger or inaccuracy contained therein. He was truly a Renaissance man. Obituary for Thomas E. Forbes, 1947 - 2020 Topeka, KS. 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. :-(. You were an asset to Topeka and you will be missed. My heart is very heavy, but I know that Heaven gained a beautiful angel. He always told me that he will always remember that, because I gave him quite a scare. irrevocable, non-exclusive right and license to use, copy, modify, display, archive, store, publish, transmit, perform, He will be missed. He will be truly missed and Anita I give you my condolences and will keep you and the family in my prayers!! business or entity; violates any municipal, state or federal law, rule, regulation or ordinance, or attempts to A jury found Baird not guilty on Thursday. 2843 SE Minnesota / Topeka, KS 66605, Southwest Chapel God bless and all my love!! Topeka, KS JOHN STAUFFER OBITUARY John "Scott" Stauffer, 60, of Overbrook passed away peacefully on August 23, 2020. Funeral Service Group and its affiliates and related entities the right to use your name and any other information about you this Site, which means (i.) He said no I'm a doctor in medicine :). That would have been 1964. He delivered both of our children & took care of our family for many years!! Anita - so sorry for your loss and thinking of you. Bob was also family and we are glad to see him yesterday at his sister Joyce's home. 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. 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. 785-354-8558. His always had time to talk on the phone. Dr Jacoby was a great Dr as he delivered my Daughter and 3 of my grandchildren. He was always smiling and happy to help his patients with whatever he had in his "black bag". Dr. Jacoby was so kind and always took the time with me to talk and catch up. We started at Topeka West; attended KU together; became brothers in the same fraternity; and stayed in touch though out our lives. I am very thankful to have met her and been a small part of the many lives she touched. RIP, Dr Jacoby was a wonderful doctor and very caring person. And I remember those early years vividly. 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. Please also sign me up for Penwell-Gabel's email newsletter. Who Receive obituaries Vickie D. Sudduth February 24, 2023 (68 years old) 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. Such a loss for you and all of us. So caring and compassionate. Bob will be remembered with our love and respect. the four of us were me. Receive obituaries Leo T. Cummings Both my mother and I's condition was critical and he acted quickly and ended up assisting in my mom's emergency C-section and my delivery. Melody, Cory and Melissa -We are so very saddened to learn of Tom's death. His kindness toward us as a young couple will always be a treasured memory. He also leads worship and teaches at New Hope Community Church there. 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. He guided me through several health challenges, and I will always be grateful for his ability to project an optimistic, caring approach toward his patients. He was a kind man, and always wore a smile on his face. He was always kind to me and I heard from his patients how much they loved and trusted him. A complete gentleman and scholar of his trade. It became a tradition for my boys to go to their annual check-ups carrying a recent photo to give to the doctor; they loved to look through his albums and find their own pages of photos. You agree that each visit you make to this Site you shall be subject to cause injury to any person or entity, and that it does not violate any third partys proprietary, 2843 SE Minnesota / Topeka, KS 66605, Southwest Chapel He was kind, courteous, and fun to talked to, he made it seem as if Id known him long time. What a wonderful, intelligent man that did so much for so many. I've known Dr. Jacoby since I was in high school. AP News - 817 days ago. He graduated from Burlington High School in 1965, received a B.A. Everything that he played for us that day was beautiful. Rest in the heavens. Thank you Jacoby family for sharing him with us. contained in any Material or communication you send to us for any purpose whatsoever, including, but not limited to, developing, Harriet Tholen Chang, I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Jacoby's passing. I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He was an awesome doctor and a genuinely kind, caring and compassionate man! He quickly called home ,said he had another pair just like the at home.said he got dressed in the dark so he didnt wake his with. Meals Arkansas City, Kansas February 26, 2023 (74 years old) View obituary Janet Louise Gafney Overland Park, Kansas He was very respected and thought of by our family and we so appreciate his care and help with my father, Raymond. I worked as the employment manager at KPL and Kansas Gas Service. He would often comment about his sons being similar in age to ours, and both our eldest sons had the same first name. I remember his sense of humor and his love for music. Im so sorry Anita. We Spees kids and Jacoby kids all grew up together at Central United Presbyterian Church. He always took time to visit with us to see how we were doing personally. I will always remember him. 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. I did get to hear him play the organ once and it was beautiful, remember his light. It is those memories that you two have shared in your life together that will get you through this very sad time. I was his patient when he started in Topeka till he retired. 3.) Tommy sat in the seat behind me in Miss Axelma Newkirk's 5th grade classroom at Burlington Grade School. I was sad when he retired. We will always be grateful for his kindness and expertise during those family years. I was sadden by the news of Dr. Jacoby's passing. God bless you and your family. He took good care of my mom throughout all the years ah went to him. Drusa Fay "Kikiqwah" Wabaunsee. Agnes was born on October 6, 1929, in St. Marys, Kansas . God bless you and keep you in the coming weeks.Dan and Judy, When I returned to fpc after 20 years of living out of state, Dr Jacoby was one of the first people to welcome me back. 785-272-9797 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. Joyce, Reagan, Bryan and all of the Jacoby family, Im so terribly sorry for the loss of Uncle Bob. Frank Carney, Co-founder of Pizza Hut . 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. I was a senior in high school (1977 - 1980) and work in the afternoons during school than full time after. He was born March 5, 1947 Randy Glen Hayes, 66, of Great Bend, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2023. Please know that our sympathy is with you and the family. Our thoughts and prayers go with you in this difficult time. Material you submit, post, transmit, display, publish or distribute on or through this Site, your use of this Site, your We have prayers for you and your family and hope that God will wrap his arms around you and keep you. The world is brighter and wiser due to his contributions. Such a talented man. As a result Bob and I lost touch with one another. The Manor staff were amazed and happily agreed. ~ Marjorie and Lynn Van Buren - June 5, 2020, So sorry A friend in school Then later my son James Main dr I fondly remember him playing the piano A very talented man. 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. My family has been his family friends for many years! I think the next week in my clinical I worked with him. Love you AnitaJodie Means, Anita,So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He became doctor for my second husband, as well as myself till he retired in 2012. Thoughts and Prayers for you and yours, Kyra Scherer. Sending love and hugs to our first baby sitter many many years ago. Great and amazing people.