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Gary Jacoby Obituary

Jacoby, Gary PGary P. Jacoby, 56, of Bethlehem, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 1, 2014 at his cabin in Palmyra Township. Born in Norristown, he was the son of the late Paul A. and Carole F. (Kunkle) Jacoby. He managed the Maryland Fried Chicken restaurant in Bethlehem for over 30 years, and recently began working for the Burger Shack in Catasauqua. He was an avid fisherman and outdoorsman, and enjoyed watching NASCAR and the Phillies, but his greatest love was being with his family and friends. Survivors: brothers Jay T. Jacoby and his wife Marci of Colorado Springs, CO, Glen A. Jacoby and his wife Robin of Bethlehem, Jeffrey Jacoby of Bethlehem; 5 nieces and nephews. Services: A Memorial Gathering will be held from 5 to 7 PM on Friday, June 6, in the Long Funeral Home, 500 Linden St., Bethlehem, 18018. Online condolences can be placed at www.longfuneralhome.com Contributions: To the Long Funeral Home for funeral expenses

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Published by Morning Call on Jun. 3, 2014.

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Anna Herman

May 28, 2021

I sure do miss my old friend. We had so many laughs He was a great man

August 25, 2014

Thank you for your wonderful food..we miss you!!!
RIP

June 13, 2014

miss you happy birthday!Love Jake Robin and Jessica

June 13, 2014

Miss you brother in law Gary! Today is your birthday, we celebrated for you, hope your doing the same up there, we miss you so much!Still cant believe your gone! See you someday,for now, forever in our hearts,memories and dreams! Love ya!!!!!!

Becky Richards

June 13, 2014

Happy Birthday Gary! You almost made it. We are still shocked and saddened by our sudden loss of you. Can't believe you are really gone. We all love and miss you so much. Being at the lake won't be the same. Rest in peace...see you later.

June 7, 2014

Jacoby family,
Gary will be missed may he rest in peace. Jeff from Brads mom.
Gail Di Salvio

gary and diane winkle

June 6, 2014

Our deepest sympathies to the Jacoby family.

Wendy Strohl

June 6, 2014

My deepest sympathies to the entire Jacoby family.

Diane & Larry's wedding- 1982

Brenda Sciascia-Dennis

June 6, 2014

There aren't many words that haven't already been said... A friend to many throughout many years. Always a helping hand, a smile, a joke, a laugh and many good times and memories! Gone too soon from this Earth, but forever embedded in a whole lot of hearts! Rest easy and in peace. You will always be sorely missed!
Sincerest condolences to Gary's family and friends. May God's love comfort and guide you through this most difficult time.

Randy Pacchioli

June 5, 2014

To Jeff and the rest of the Jacoby family,
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Gary.I knew Gary since 1979 and always told him that if he put on a Phillies uniform he would look like Mike Schmidt.Gary was a great guy.He will be missed by all of us from MFC.He was a huge part of our history.God bless you.

Stephen and Brenda Takacs

June 5, 2014

To the Jacoby family,
We Are So Sorry for your loss. My husband and I both went to school with Gary. He will be truely Missed.

Dominic Romano

June 5, 2014

Jacoby family, My deepest regrets to you. I am at a loss of words. Gary was someone how touched my life. He taught me to enjoy the simple things, like fishing, sports & good friends. I will miss him. I can only carry the good memories he gave all of us at MFC. The times in Jersey, fishing and sharing sports topics. Gary thank you! Share your happiness in heaven. Till we meet again!!

June 5, 2014

Will miss you Had many good times together Redsy & Diane

June 4, 2014

Jay, Glenn, and Jeff, I am so sorry for your loss...I will be with you in my thoughts and prayers. You have all had so much to deal with, but just know that love and peace go with you. Cousin Diane and family...

June 4, 2014

I'm going to miss Gary so much he was my buddy and I will never forget all the fun times we had together again I'm going to miss him with all my heart. He was very funny, nice, and caring. He will forever live in my heart.
-love Kimberly Houck

Stephanie Bartek

June 4, 2014

RIP ChickenMan!!...give ToolMan a BIG hug for me ??

Brion Vallone

June 4, 2014

My condelences to Garys' family,he will be missed by many, May he RIP ..C-ya on the other side 'chicken man' !

michele storm

June 4, 2014

Chicken man you will be missed dearly

michael albert

June 4, 2014

jacoby family. sincere condolences to the entire family. gary was and always will be a great person. never seen him upset and was always there to put a smile on your face. gary, aka chicken man, you will be missed by many. god speed bro!!!!!

June 4, 2014

My condolences to his wife and family. Gary was taken much too soon. May he rest in peace with God. I will remember him at our next reunion. God Bless. Rhonda(Gabron) Kelly

Brad Slegel

June 3, 2014

I still can't believe this! I'll miss his sense of humor...our deep sea fishing trips...the fun we had at the chicken shack. There was only one G-man. To the Jacoby family...to Jeff...I offer my deepest sympathy. Rest easy, My Friend.

June 3, 2014

We will miss you so much, Gary

June 3, 2014

Gary was a great friend and co-worker. I will miss him very much. Anna Herman

Jason Campanella

June 3, 2014

Sorry for your loss. Gary was a great man.

June 3, 2014

Jacoby Family, So sorry to hear about Gary. We had a lot of good times at the chicken house and going to Maple Grove many years ago. He was a great person.
Mike Bonser

Maryann Schoch

June 3, 2014

Gary, you are & will be missed by many.Rip but raise some cane. God bless you & your family & yatzee partner & closest pal JoAnn. You've been her bestest friend for years & she's devastated at losing you, her buddy & pal. Love you & God be with you.

Stew Ohmacht

June 3, 2014

I will always remember Gary frome the old "LINCOLN" He great friend and will be remember for long time to come

Lori Xenophon Trone

June 3, 2014

Dear Jeff, Jay & Glen,
I am so sorry to hear about Gary. My sympathies are with you during this very difficult time. Gary was a very kind man and will truly be missed by all. I will cherish the memories and good times we had at the chicken house. Rest in peace my friend. Lori Xenophon Trone

June 3, 2014

dear jacoby family, havent seen gary in years. probably since md fried chicken days. so sorry to hear of his passing. your friends sue & jim van billiard

Chris, Mel, Teagan and Alex

June 3, 2014

Jay, Glen and Jeff, please know that you and your families are in every thought and prayer at this difficult time. Everybody has already said what a wonderful person Gary was. Our boys thought of him as an Uncle just like we did growing up. I am thankful he had a great last day. We will continue to keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. We love you Uncle Gary!!! xoxo

joyce edinger

June 3, 2014

our thoughts and prayers are with you god bless you jake and robin

Dianne Kent

June 3, 2014

My deepest sympathy goes out to the Jacoby family. Gary was a great guy and friend of many years. Another gone too soon.

Michael

June 3, 2014

I'll miss you, buddy. You were a great person and friend to the family. I'll miss our "special" chats. While you're up there, how about shining some of that light down on our Phillies!

June 3, 2014

To my Cousins Jeff, Glenn & Jay - I am so sorry that you lost your brother so soon. I suppose it's comforting to know that he was among friends doing what he loved to do, when our Lord called him home.I picture him in the comforting, loving arms of your parents. Peace & Love to you . . . .your cousin, Lori

Georgina wright Long

June 3, 2014

To the entire Jacoby family I want to express my deepest sympathy for your sudden loss.

One of a kind

Jamie Royer

June 3, 2014

My deepest condolences to the Jacoby family for your loss. Gary was a member of our family, too. My boys considered him an uncle. He was a kind, generous, man who would give you the shirt off his back. He will sorely be missed by all he touched.

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