Richard Jacobs M.D.

1943 - 2018

Richard P. Jacobs, M.D.

August 9, 1943 - January 29, 2018

Rick died peacefully at home in Mill Valley after a long struggle with the devastating effects of Progressive Supranuclear Palsy. Born in New York City and raised in Long Beach, CA, he graduated from U.C. Berkeley and then Washington University Medical School in St. Louis, MO. He completed his radiology residency at UCSF, followed by a sub-specialty in genitourinary disease. Rick practiced at CPMC for 36 years and developed a particular interest in mammography. He was beloved and respected by both the staff and his patients, many of whom specifically requested his services.

All who knew Rick were touched by his kind nature and generosity. He lived in Marin County with Susie, his loving wife of 51 years, and raised two children there. He was passionate about all outdoor activities, especially skiiing, bike riding and running. In addition to his love of sports, he had an amazingly curious, analytical mind and a rich intellectual life that included a passion for history and current events. He was a member of four book groups simultaneously, and there wasn't a movie he didn't see or critique. Rick and Susie loved to travel and visited over 50 countries.

Rick is survived by his wife, Susie, his two children, David Jacobs (Julie), Karen Gibson (Terel), and his four grandchildren, Ryan and Lauren Jacobs, and Maya and Aliza Gibson. He is also survived by his brother, Jeff Jacobs (Nancy), and their family, and his sister-in-law, Jane Curtis, and her two children. Rick was lovingly cared for by four devoted caregivers: Edsel Tomiloso, Grace Schaefer, Bob Selko, and Chris Arbiola.

Services will be held at Rodef Sholom Synagogue, 170 N. San Pedro Road, San Rafael, at 11 am on Friday, February 2, 2018. In lieu of flowers, you may honor Rick by making a donation in his memory to the Southern Poverty Law Center, the Nation Resources Defense Council, or the ACLU.