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A Titan has fallen. We were classmates and I was a member of his staff for decades. But my most cherished memories are as a friend. I saw him regularly on many visits to S Africa, the last time six months ago. He was an acknowledged genius but above all, a true "mensch". He leaves a huge void nationally, internationally and personally and he and is forever irreplaceable.
People such as Professor Tobias are a blessing to mankind. So few and far between, it's a real loss when such a huge contributor to education and moral values, passes.
Thank you for enlightening the world. It was a privilege to have been in your paleontology course in the 1970s. You were always a gracious and humble man. You will be missed.
To the the family of Philip Tobias - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that he will be missed by many.
Revered respected and a great role model for many anatomy students at Wits Medical School.A truly great loss. R.I.P