Obituary of Robert Paul Jacoby

Robert Paul Jacoby left this life September 29th, 2016 at age 72 in Rochester, NY surrounded by friends and family after a brave battle with cancer. Predeceased by parents Andrew and Ruth (Butler) Jacoby; wife Pamela Huntley (Polanko) Jacoby. Survived by loving children Paul (Ashley Urso), Lara, Sean, and their mother Cheryl Gillen; sister Joan (Albert) Gunn; his grandson Oliver Urso Jacoby many nieces and nephews; his beloved partner Carole Daugherty; dear friends Rebekah and Jon Loparco; and loyal, furry companions Blue, Beatrice, and Bucket. Born April 23, 1944 in Binghamton, NY, graduating from North High School, Broome Community College (AAS). Moved to Rochester, NY and attended Rochester Institute of Technology (BS and MS). Bob enjoyed his career as a computer engineer with Computer Consoles Incorporated (Nortel) in Rochester, NY and his work after retirement at the Cortland County NYS Unemployment Offices. He was a proud Veteran of the US Army and member of the American Legion. Bob was a science fiction enthusiast, a tinkerer, and a "numbers man." He especially enjoyed sharing his love of music and food with family and friends. Calling hours will be held Friday, October 7th from 11am to 1pm, funeral service directly following at Wright-Beard Funeral Home, 9 Lincoln Ave, Cortland, NY. Burial to follow at Cortland Rural Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society . Thomas Golisano Hope Lodge Hospitality House, Rochester NY, are welcome. To offer online condolences,visit www.wright-beard.com