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Marie Gobidas Obituary

Marie Gobidas

64, passed away Sept. 1, 2013, in Springfield, Oregon. Marie was born in Newport, Rhode Island. She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Grace Gobidas. She is survived by her sisters: Teresa Moretti of Cranston, Rhode Island; Pauline Peters of Middletown, Rhode Island; Grace Marshall of Slidell, Louisiana. Marie was employed by University of California at San Francisco, Global Health Sciences Division. She will be missed my many.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Sep. 7 to Sep. 8, 2013.

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Suzanne

September 2, 2023

Always in our hearts....

Ken Werner

September 1, 2023

Marie was the best friend I ever had, and I continue to miss her with all my heart. Thank you, Pauline, for sponsoring this legacy, and you, Teresa, and Grace will always have my condolences.

Monica A

September 1, 2023

Forever in my memories, dear Marie. You are missed

Tiger

September 3, 2021

Marie was my sisters good friend, we were next door neighbors on Hunter Ave in Newport. I was four years old when I first saw Marie, she must have been maybe 12, I was immediately infatuated with my sister´s friend.

Caroline

September 1, 2021

I can´t quite believe it has been so many years since Marie left this earth. Pauline, thank you for the reminder. I have spent the day remembering her and being thankful for having know her. Caroline

Dave Cooper

June 15, 2018

Marie ... you were so much scintilating fun at Sheepranch. Erik and I loved your company. You will be forever in my memories of the good times we all had in California all those so many years ago. Thanks for bringing so much joy to so many people. See you on the other side of the River, my love.

Pauline

September 5, 2016

I can't believe it's been three years already. I miss you every day; you'll always be my favorite sister.

Donna

September 2, 2016

Hi Marie

Thinking of you today we all miss you very much at work.

When we taste something wonderful or people come in with their children we know you would love to be here in a way I guess you are

Rest well

Rick Bajema

October 30, 2015

Marie loved bowling as well. She was the secretary of the bowling league in Japan Town when I was president. That is how we met. This photo was taken at my sisters wedding on the Queen Mary in Long Beach CA around 1993. I just found this page yesterday looking for her on Facebook. We took long hikes looking at all of life, especially wildflowers. She loved trips to Sheep ranch and Wilbur Hot Springs and was a big fan of Cirque du Soleil.

I love her very much too

On the coast near Jenner by the Sea

Rick Bajema

October 30, 2015

September 10, 2015

Thinking of you often.

Patti

September 9, 2015

Wildflowers remind me of Marie. Taken too soon. Rest peacefully - our flower child.

Pauline

September 1, 2015

You're still the best sister ever. I think of you every day and love you very much.

September 3, 2014

To all Marie's sisters, I lost my sister two years ago, and I know the loss. Marie was a special soul and will remember her always.
Kerry

Monica

September 3, 2014

Miss you, you wild woman.

Pauline

September 2, 2014

Best sister ever.

September 1, 2014

Hi Marie:

It's hard to believe that it has been a year since you have been gone. We miss you so much

Donna

Suzanne

November 28, 2013

I miss you.

November 17, 2013

For a free spirit never to be forgotten

jane coakley

November 15, 2013

I just tried to call for our usual bday greeting and got a disconnect on her phone. I googled and cried for an hour before I could post this. Marie and I were friends at college in the same dorm freshman year and she is the reason I came to San Fancisco. We kept in touch over the years and it was like we were back in school every time we talked. Reading these posts just confirms how special she was to all of us. She would want us to driink a beer in her honor.

Emilie Ruddell

November 12, 2013

Lovely Miss Gobidas ~

Truly one of the most original and unpretentious people I have ever met.

You had an amazing energy that will forever stay with me. I remember you used to sleep outside on the porch during a full moon so you could 'bath in the moonlight.'

Thank You for so many things! Introducing me to San Francisco, 'The Frugal Gourmet,' bulgogi and teaching me how to cook.

I'm so sad and shocked that I'm just learning of this now ...

You are deeply missed.

Love always ~ Em

Mary Ruddell

November 12, 2013

Marie and I met in junior high school and have been friends since. We did not keep in close touch but did the birthday check in and the what's up every six months or so.

She lived with me in Los Gatos for a year or so in the late 80's. We had great fun visiting and doing crazy things over the years.

I am so shocked and sadden at her passing. But, I am sure she is showing others new ways to look at things and have fun.

My condolences to her sisters, family & friends.

Patti

November 12, 2013

Met Marie through my brother, my best memory of Marie was watching Johnny Depp as Cpt Hook and watching her make google eyes at him with one of her delicious dinners and a backrub ... she will be dearly missed. RIP beautiful spirit!

Donna Langston

October 2, 2013

Dear Marie,

You loved "Dancing with the Stars" now I guess you are one. We miss you so much. Take care friend.

Caroline Ansel

September 28, 2013

Although I had not been in contact with Marie for many years, she had been on my mind. Having recently retired, I was looking forward to reconnecting with old friends. We were friends in Newport, beginning in 1962, thru junior high and high school, and we were roommates at URI for freshman year. We grew up together during those years. We shared many good times. I am so sorry I will not have the opportunity to know her in our "golden years." My thoughts and prayers go to Terry, Pauline, and Grace. Your sister Marie was unique, and I was a better person for knowing her.

David Stymiest

September 20, 2013

We miss you Marie.

Ming Zhou

September 16, 2013

Marie's sudden pass is very hard to me. She is a very special person in my life. She is kind, courageous, humorous and stylish:)? I admire her great attitude in life which is so optimistic and inspiring. I love her smile and like to laugh together with her on her jokes. I cherish the time we hang out after work, especially our "Dancing with Stars" reviews and the Vegas trip. I miss you dearly, Marie. But, “have you had fun yet” in the other world? I bet you…

Sandy Richardson

September 14, 2013

I have so many fond memories when we worked together in San Francisco 1990-1995. A graceful spirit has made its transition.

Robert Mansfield

September 13, 2013

We have a wonderful remembrance for Marie today at UC San Francisco Global Health Sciences. Everyone brought treats (including a banana cake with peanut butter frosting and Marlboro decorations) and a story. We all miss our Marie, but were able to share some lovely thoughts.

A joyful election night - November 4, 2008

Celeste Rogers

September 13, 2013

I wish this photo wasn't so blurry. Here I am with Marie in my living room. On the TV behind us: results of the 2008 Presidential Election. Barack Obama had just been declared the winner. It was such a happy night, both inside and out on the streets of the Mission in SF. I always remember who I was with that night, and am thrilled that Marie was among us.
Marie has been a dear friend to me for almost 8 years. She didn't hold back -- that's a quality that too few people have. She was a mixture of friend, nurterer, disciplinarian, wild child, comedienne ... so many things. She had the grace and stature of a dancer. A few years ago when I was going through a difficult time, she was very supportive and kind, and she gave me a Susan B. Anthony dollar to carry with me as a reminder of the strength women possess. I will keep it always. I'm sending you my love, Marie.

Monica Aguilar

September 12, 2013

I will miss my gal Marie. She was a warm, funny, and loyal friend. We spent many fun times together, and one of those times happen to be the Tuesday before she passed. So grateful for one final dinner with a kindred spirit. Rest in peace dear friend.

Daniel Tracy

September 11, 2013

I became friends with Marie through work when I still lived in San Francisco. We used get together crepes and white wine at Ti Couz on 16th Street. She always brought a smile to my face with her colorful stories and insights. I'm very saddened by her death but am happy to learn that she was still doing all the things she loved to do (such as taking trips to Vegas!) right up to the time of her death. I will remember her as someone who lived with joy and energy for life.

Marie's birthday 2012

September 11, 2013

September 10, 2013

The raven haired beauty will be missed. I love you Marie . Nadyne gray, alameda ca

Kumi Kobayashi

September 10, 2013

My mom and Marie were best friends in college; she was one of my moms best friends. I will always remember her fondly. We lost touch after my mom passed :(. Rest in peace Marie! I know Mom was up there to meet you with open arms.

Zoe Corsi

September 9, 2013

Nadyne, Pam, Magic and I were together, in Eugene, when we read of Marie's death.We all had memories of her kindness, humor, and warmth. She was loyal and cheerful, and would do anything to help a friend. We loved her. She had a huge heart, and we treasured her friendship.

Dolan Eargle

September 9, 2013

Marie was a dear friend for years--then a nearby neighbor. We always had smiles and huggy greetings and it was all positive. Such friends are rare. And this one will remain with me....

Kerry and Alan Bostrom

September 9, 2013

Alan and I adored Marie, with her infectious smile and loving heart. We met her through our neighbors, and shared many wonderful times up at Sheep ranch. One in a million kind of gal. We'll miss your sweet self.

Marie at a Sheep Ranch Reunion in San Francisco.

Kerry Bostrom

September 9, 2013

Wir hörten von Maries Übergang über unseren Freund Ken. Wir empfingen tiefes Mitgefühl für den persönlichen Verlust.
Wir wünschen Marie, dass ihr die Erfahrungen dieses Lebens helfen eine neue Inkarnation zu bereichern.

From 2004.

Ken Werner

September 9, 2013

Marie was my best friend for 23 years. When I retired in September 2011, I left San Francisco and moved to Coos Bay, Oregon, where she was visiting me when she suffered an aneurism. I was deeply in love with Marie and wanted to spend the rest of my life with her. I will love Marie forever, and I miss her so much!

Marc Amberson

September 8, 2013

I dated Marie while in High School - she was at Rodgers HS and I was at Middletown HS. I just can't believe she is gone. My prayers are with her sisters, who I also knew, and their families.

Kathy Soliozy Prout

September 8, 2013

I went to high school with Marie. She was always so nice. I am very sorry to hear about her death. Much sympathy to her family and friends.

Coronado, CA

James Noe

September 7, 2013

Marie and I just returned from Vegas and had such a good time. I will miss her. She was a valued friend and good neighbor. Rest In Peace, Love Jim

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