Roby, John "Jack",74, of Louisville died peacefully Monday, April 3, at Masonic Home after bravely fighting leukemia. He was born on November 6, 1942 to Catherine O. and Edwin F. Roby of Louisville. He was a graduate of St. Xavier High School, the University of Louisville School of Music and received his MBA from Western Kentucky University.For more than 25 years, Jack served proudly as the Director of Development for the UofL Speed School and School of Music. Fundraising for these entities hardly seemed like work to Jack as he was so very passionate about music and education. He helped manage the Speed Endowed Music Series for many years. He also served on the board of Crane House and the Christine Kleinert Institute.Jack was also very passionate about cooking. His cookbook, " I'm For Easy", sold out completely and he donated all of the profits to the UofL School of Music. He also served as the food critic for The Voice of St. Matthews and always loved cooking at home for his friends.Jack's love of international travel led him to his greatest treasure. He met his partner and best friend, Dr. Nicolas Lopez-Guerra Roman, while traveling in Spain. The happiest years of Jack's life were those he spent with Nicolas.Jack is survived by his brother, Bill (Mary Jane); sister, Peggy Helphinstine; niece Karen Forrest; and nephews, Billy Roby, Scott Roby, Brian Roby, Mark Helphinstine and Todd Helphinstine. Jack had more friends than one could ever dream of. He treasured his friendships and was surrounded by their love in his last hours.Visitation with family will begin at 10 AM Tuesday, April 11th at St. Frances of Rome Church, 2119 Payne Street. The funeral mass will start at 11 and be followed by a "Celebration of Life" event in the adjoining Clifton Center.Jack's family would like to extend a special thank you to CBC Group of Louisville who specialize in blood disorders. Also, the caring and compassionate nurses who tended to Jack on the third floor of the Baptist Health Park Tower. In lieu of flowers, Jack requested that memorial contributions be made to USA Cares, 562 N. Dixie Blvd. #3, Radcliff, KY 40160 or online at USACares.org