So sad to see this. "Judy" Price, 84, of Topeka, passed away on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at a Topeka hospital. Many fond memories. Prayers for you and his whole family. All my memories of Dr. Bob are nothing but good. My thoughts and prayers with Anita and family. 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. So sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Your flower arrangement will be custom-made upon your order, I am blessed to have known Bob. I was sad when he retired. 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. My prayers are with his family. Sorry to hear of your loss. "Burt" Peck, 87, of Topeka, passed away on Monday, February 27, 2023 at a Rossville care facility. rights of any third party, is unreasonably harmful or offensive to any individual or community, local, state, national or international law, rule, guideline or regulation, or otherwise creates liability; uploads or transmits viruses or other harmful, disruptive or destructive files; disrupts, interferes with, or otherwise harms or violates the security of this Site, or any services, system You were an asset to Topeka and you will be missed. Meals Arkansas City, Kansas February 26, 2023 (74 years old) View obituary Janet Louise Gafney Overland Park, Kansas All the memories of Central Presbyterian Church that we shared. I remember asking him if he would play the piano at my wedding and his response was, "I was hoping that you would ask". Rest well. It's been many years since you retired but I have always cherished you as my doctor and you will be missed. She was their biggest fan! You also represent and warrant that the writing I am saddened to hear that Dr Jacoby has passed away. Please also sign me up for Penwell-Gabel's email newsletter. Thank you for your hard work and generous spirit. The foregoing limitations of liability shall only apply if permitted under the laws of the state of your residence or the Tom, we will miss you. Im so sorry and if there is anything I can please let my family know! When he told me that he was retiring, I was so sad. He took wonderful care of my family, and he always listened to what I had to say. My brother, Ray, was one of tom's college roommates at Washburn. He was born in Lilbourn, Olyn F. Smith, 80, of Topeka, passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2023 at a Topeka hospital. Thoughts and Prayers for you and yours, Kyra Scherer. Railroads Days, you would always see Dr. J eyeing the latest toy train car he would buy for his prized collection of miniature trains. Mr. Forbes spoke at my Eagle Scout ceremony and their devotion to scouting is to be admired. Material you submit, post, transmit, display, publish or distribute on or through this Site, your use of this Site, your We will miss you, and we are so better having known you. Memorial Park Cemetery. My mother was a patient of his and so I was able to meet him. Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home - Thomas E. Forbes 1947 - 2020 I remember when I was at the hospital one time and walked by the newborn nursery. So sad to hear this. Your flower arrangement will be custom-made upon your order, Last Review: 02/10/2015 He was one of the best. She was born January 9, 1944, in Tulsa, Service: Friday, March 10, 2023 at 10:30am. encourage such an evasion or violation; interferes with any third party's uninterrupted use and enjoyment of this Site. He delivered all three of our children, and continue to be our family doctor until we moved away from Topeka. . You grant Newcomer Funeral Service Group, its affiliates, related entities, and/or assigns a royalty-free, perpetual, Find local Topeka, Kanas obituaries and join us in celebrating memories and honoring their lives and legacies. Everything that he played for us that day was beautiful. I am just heart sick to lose such a wonderful, sensitive and talented man. So sorry for your loss. His kindness toward us as a young couple will always be a treasured memory. He will be greatly missed by many. 6589 Obituaries Search Topeka obituaries and condolences, hosted by Echovita.com. My condolences to Anita and the rest of Dr. Jacobys family. 3700 SW Wanamaker Rd Thank you for helping bring my biggest blessings into the world ! contains any actionable statement, or tends to mislead or reflect unfairly on any other person, I have adored Dr Jacoby for as far back as I can remember. For a full version of our online obituary policy, please click, 2023 Penwell-Gabel Cremations, Funerals & Receptions. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. It was so special to know that the same caring man that delivered me, delivered my two beautiful kids as well. Thinking about you and sending prayers and hugs.Judy Dowd. Search. I wanted to make sure he knew how much he meant to me. Anita and family, I am truly sorry for your loss! Blessings and prayers for the family.~DeAun Parker. How blessed we are to have enjoyed his gracious company for so many years. A part of my heart cracked learning the passing of Dr. J. a wonderful caring physician. With love,Sheri and Andy Freeman, Kinsley and Kyler Freeman. She was Visitation: Monday, March 6, 2023 from 11:00am to 12:00pm, Service: Monday, March 6, 2023 at 12:00pm. Tom retired from . 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. I am even sadder hearing of his passing. I have known him and gone to school with him since kindergarten at Lowman Hill. 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. Bob was also family and we are glad to see him yesterday at his sister Joyce's home. Our prayers are also for the nephews, nieces and all other extended family. this Site, which means (i.) God bless you and your family. 785-266-6700 As he played it on the organ, he offered to help me have it performed, an example of the person he was. Sign up for one year of grief messages designed to offer hope and healing during difficult first year after a loss. Shawnee County. 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. On many occasions he would be my piano accompanist, rehearsing me, performing with me, my partner making me better all the while. I was sad to lose him when he retired. I pray for peace as you and family celebrate his incredible life. We appreciate the wonderful travelogue on cd that he sent to us. the four of us were me. Without limiting the He will be greatly missed. She taught gifted education for 32 years in Lawrence, Perry-Lecompton and Kansas City, Kansas. Please try again later, or re-subscribe. Anita, Im sorry for your loss. Anita and familyIt is hard to put in words how to tell u the sadness we feel for your loss. Dr. Jacoby was definitely one of a kind!! So sad to hear of his passing. not protected by copyright law, or (iii.) He was one of the first doctor's I worked for at Cotton O'Neil Clinic many years ago when I became a nurse. Anita, I hope you have many good memories to help comfort you in this time of loss. Thinking of you all. I would always tell him I was joking, that I was glad he was enjoying retirement but that we all missed him dearly. 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 . Bob will be remembered with our love and respect. I am so sorry to hear of Toms passing. in engineering from the University of Kansas in 1973. I hope that you can find some comfort knowing that Bob is now at home in his Heavenly Father's arms. He was so patient and caring. Recently I showed him a composition of mine for choir and organ. Extending my sympathies Dr. Jacoby's Family. Beth Simons. Our Funeral Home. I'm so sorry for your loss. I have wonderful memories of playing water volleyball with Bob. I remember many times that he would wait and stay by his patients sides for the arrival of their newborn. We felt blessed. to this Site, you represent and warrant that you have the right to post the Material to He was always so very helpful in fixing gas meter issues. It was great to see you at Bob and Jans 50th. I had ran out of gas and was stranded on 17th street. I said oh you have your doctorate in music ? He was a shining star, both as a physician and as an example of whom God calls us to be. He cared about his patients.My best story was before I finished nursing school. and reserves the right to not post any submission(s) at their discretion. 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. You delivered me, my sisters and all my cousins. Melody and family, I am so sorry. My heartfelt condolences to Melody, Cory and Melissa. Anita, my deepest condolences. Bob and I went to school in Topeka together. Site for 30 days. I was so sorry to read about Bobs passing. Dr. Jacoby was my doctor for 30 years until he retired. View ceremony time and location and leave condolences here. I learned patience from him in the birth process and also caring. Lol. contained in any Material or communication you send to us for any purpose whatsoever, including, but not limited to, developing, 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. 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. 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. im sorry for loss. As a new young nurse many years ago, I appreciated Dr. Jacobys respect for nurses and their input in patient care. He treated me with respect and as an equal (a trait I am sure was not true so early in my life). Bob improved our city, and gave all to his patients and his outreach to the elderly and his church. He was always smiling and happy to help his patients with whatever he had in his "black bag". He had other passions including his family and playing the organ, and he worked as hard on his outside activities as he did in his practice. 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. She Pamela Pam Cockrill Vida, 66, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2023. Last Updated: 02/10/2015 . He was so intelligent and witty. Our family lived in the same neighborhood, went to the same schools. He means so much to me. Last Updated: 02/10/2015 Love you AnitaJodie Means, Anita,So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Love, light and prayers. Topeka Obituaries | Obits for the Topeka, KS Area - Legacy.com 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. Our hearts are sad for you, Anita, and for Dave. Very respectful, caring man. Our prayers are with you and your family. I believe Bob took organ from Richard Gayhart at 1st Presbyterian. Pat is survived by her sister Dody Todd (John), sister-in-law Dolly Morgan, nephews Duff Morgan (Karyn), Monty Hinsen, nieces Tricia Deedrick (Phil), Janice Purney (Steve), Neely Todd and many great and great-great nieces and nephews. Dr. Jacoby was a kind man, always friendly and pleasant to all. We are deeply saddened to hear of his death - our God used him mightily here on earth and now Bob is rejoicing in His presence. 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.