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Memories and Condolences
for Stafford Dobbin
78 Entries
Anna Paladino
September 24, 2020
Our deepest condolences Susan and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you
Love Anna & Mary (Naturally Healthy)
Randy and Bonnie Powell
September 16, 2020
Just heard the news yesterday. So sad and surprising when I think of how active he was, swimming laps at lunch time in October with the leaf net pulled back. Always had a good relationship with him when I worked at the house. Our deepest sympathies to Susan.
Hugh O Neill
September 14, 2020
Good man, great company, loved his rugby and his friends
B Ieraci
September 7, 2020
Thank you for your care, understanding for me, and my family. Rest in peace, and God Bless you, and your family
Michele Bertothy
September 7, 2020
To Susan & family,
My deepest condolences for your loss. I have many fond memories of Stafford during my early years in medical practice in the 1990s.
Rob Vaandering
September 6, 2020
Jimmy and Joe R will miss you so very much. They trusted and liked ‘Dr Dobbin’. They constantly ask who shall care for them now.
Claudio and Leticia Cicchelli
September 5, 2020
Our deepest condolence to the bereaved family of our beloved doctor. We surely would miss him. RIP
frank baillie
September 4, 2020
he was a real gentleman and enthusiast for acute care and healthy living.
pleasure to work with him in pre-hospital & emergency care issues in early '80's
Cliff Cline
September 3, 2020
Very sad to hear about the loss of Dr. Dobbin. Best Doctor i ever had. A great loss for Niagara
Cliff Cline
September 3, 2020
Dr. Dobbin will be greatly missed. Always took the time to listen and knew just what would help. Very sad to hear of his passing. A great loss for Niagara.
Cliff Cline
September 3, 2020
Dr. Dobbin will be greatly missed. Always took the time to listen and knew just what would help. Very sad to hear of his passing. A great loss for Niagara.
Colleen S
September 3, 2020
The best doctor one could hope for. Sensitive, sensible and straightforward. He will be missed.
Peter Bell and Gary Young
September 2, 2020
I was saddened to hear Stafford had passed away. During the 80's Stafford along with a few of his friends from the Niagara Region attended a annual duck hunt on Wolf Island. The hunt portion was secondary to the relationships that were formed during those 5 day trips. A wonderful sense of humor and story teller. In our world Stafford you will be missed, rest in peace my friend.
craig Donald archibald
September 2, 2020
I felt privileged to have been Dr Dobbins patient for over 20 years. RIP sir.
diane davies
September 1, 2020
Susan, we were so saddened to hear of Stafford's passing. We wish you our deepest condolences. We hope there is some consolation knowing that Marcy will keep in company until you reunite. Prayers and love, Bob and Diane
Peter Gleeson
August 30, 2020
Met Stafford years ago at a golf tournament fundraiser. I had known of him through his efforts to get emergency cardiac care to patients that needed it within the shortest time possible...time is muscle. His leadership lead to upgrades in ER triaging, initially in ER, then in the community.
He was very passionate about saving hearts, and has been responsible for saving many lives due to cardiovascular emergencies in the community.
His message of getting quality services to the front line was warmly received as I had lost my own father at his young age of 52, when there were no community support services . I commend Stafford for waking us all up to the need of emergency cardiac care in the community, especially outside the hospital, and the need to teach fitness and lifestyle changes at an early age to prevent cardiovascular disease. Thank you for your heroic push Stafford, as you helped reinforce that your vision for best cardiovascular care is helping to save lives.
My sincere condolences to Susan, family, friends, patients and the medical community.
Dr. Peter Gleeson. Fort Erie.
Patricia Barbaro
August 30, 2020
Dear Susan and Eileen
Very sorry to hear of Stafford,s passing he was such a kind and gentle man. Hope you and Eileen will find peace in God.
Bless you both
Pat (speer)
gale mackinnon
August 30, 2020
Susan, my prayers are with you as we mourn the passing of Stafford, I remember fondly attending many sporting events and also working marathons with him. His hard work starting Heart Niagara will always be remembered by the community. I always appreciated his care and concern for his patients of my pharmacy.
Ian McConvey - Balmy Beach Rugby Club
August 30, 2020
On the rugby pitch Stafford was a treat to play with. He had fun, so you had fun. He was great, so you tried to be great. His enthusiasm, knowledge, and love of the game, rubbed off and made you a better player. I can still hear him out there.
Stafford was at his best at the Club, or at the Square, after the game. This was when his wit and keen sense of humour shone; especially when he broke out with one of his clever little ditties, with appropriate language, of course. He was very much at home surrounded by his Beach pals over a couple of pints.
Stafford Dobbin was a gentleman and a modest man. In his professional life as Dr. Dobbin, his accomplishments were numerous.
The only professional association I had with Stafford was when he set my finger during a rugby game in New York (it’s still a bit bent).
Although he is Irish, I know he will forgive me for stealing a few lines from Robbie Burns, which I think provides a good description of Stafford:
The friend of man, the friend of truth;
The friend of age, and guide of youth:
Few hearts like his, with virtue warm’d,
Few heads with knowledge so inform’d:
Farewell Stafford.
John Bruce
August 29, 2020
Stafford was family doctor to three generations of my family in Niagara Falls. He had a particularly special relationship to my late grandmother, Sadie Burnett as they both shared family roots in Northern Ireland. He also cared from my mother, Muriel, as well as me in later years. Dr. Dobbin will be missed by those with whom he worked at the clinic on Queen Street in Niagara Falls and the staff and clients of Heart Niagara which founded. Rest in peace Stafford.
Robert & Sandy Tripp
August 29, 2020
Susan and Mrs.Kennedy
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sandy and Bob Tripp
Sandy and Bob Tripp
Donna & Brian Abbott
August 29, 2020
So very sorry to hear this. Not only was Stafford our family Dr when we lived in the Falls, he was also a great neighbour and friend.
Donna & Brian Abbott
Barry
August 29, 2020
He was my family doctor for yrs condolences to his family from the Mochulla.family
Harv Cook
August 28, 2020
It is difficult to express how fortunate one was to know Stafford.....he was a “beauty”. I am truly saddened by his passing.
Harv Cook
McGean Family
August 28, 2020
Many thanks, for so many years of kindness and care. God Bless
Dolly Marsh.
August 28, 2020
I am in complete shock. He has been my family’s Dr for over 35 yrs. So sorry to hear of his passing. God bless.
Carolyn MacKenzie
August 28, 2020
So sorry to hear about Dr Dobbins passing.He was one of the "old school" Docs we in the lab enjoyed working with back in the day.Ill always remember the wonderful party that you guys through for ICU RN Lee's retirement .It was a great time for all who were lucky to be invited and I remember Dr Dobbin the wonderful host standing proudly behind his bar.RIP
Michelle Ford
August 28, 2020
Susan, I'm so sorry to hear of Stafford's passing. I really enjoyed working with him. His dry sense of humour always made me laugh. He will be missed.
Patty Newman
August 28, 2020
Deepest condolences to you and your family Susan. Stafford’s contribution to our community can not be overstated. His dry humour kept us laughing. He will be missed by so many.
Jim and Christine Hess
August 28, 2020
Our thoughts and deepest sympathy to his wife Susan and family. Dr Dobbin was our family physician for over 25 yrs, he was a tremendous help when my husband was diagnosed with cancer and again when I became extremely ill after the birth of my son. We were both so shocked and saddened to learn of his passing, truly a big loss to this community. This is a picture of him holding our son Colton when he was born in 2005. Dr Dobbin will be truly missed. RIP
Pamela Copeland
August 28, 2020
Susan are deepest condolences for you and your family. Very sorry for your loss. Sam and Pam
Gary Hass
August 28, 2020
A true professional whom had care and compassion in him to his core. A mentor and a gentleman. RIP
Daniel Powell
August 28, 2020
To Dr. Dobbin's family. Please accept our deepest condolences. Dr. Dobbin was our family physician for many years......... Daniel and Linda Powell
Pat Goodwin
August 28, 2020
Susan,
I was so saddened to hear of Stafford's passing. My Susan always spoke so highly of Stafford and has appreciated the kindness the two of you have shown her and her family throughout the years.
May your many memories help you through this difficult time. Please give my best to your mom.
Pat Goodwin
Francine Lindberg
August 28, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
John Cunnane
August 28, 2020
Susan, our deepest condolences on your loss. Stafford was not only the most caring and giving person I have ever met, he gave so much of himself to the community and changed the lifestyles of so many people, including thousand of children who have benefitted from the schools program. Stafford was not my family Doctor, however I was so privileged to call him my very good friend for over 43 years. We shared many adventures, Heart Niagara, running marathons etc. His wit, limericks and laughter were contagious. I will miss you forever my friend.
Rest in peace and may God bless you and keep you until we meet again.
DOREEN O'NEILL
August 28, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Duke
August 28, 2020
Susan and family , I am very sorry for your loss , my thoughts and prayers are with you , I am thankful Dr Dobbin helped me for many years .
God Bless
peter andrews
August 28, 2020
When I moved back to Niagara it took me two years to get a doctor. I lucked out when Stafford became my doctor. He was a great one and we talked about many things beside medical issues. We had a common interest in rugby and I knew a lot of his friends from the Beach whom I played against. I am going to miss him and this came as a shock to me. All my condolences to you Susan.
Paul Stone
August 28, 2020
A gentleman and a gentle man, he was someone you instantly liked. Very few will have a more rewarding life, while conversely very few will give more of their life. He will be sorely missed by family and friends, as well as his many patients and their families. A life well spent.
Kathy Hume
August 27, 2020
Susan,
So sorry to hear of Stanford’s passing. Always enjoyed his sense of humour at work. He was so great with his patients and friends . Thinking of you at this difficult time .❤
Kevin Foster
August 27, 2020
Dear Susan,
Robin and I are so sorry for the loss of this wonderful man who changed the health of so many, and saved the lives of others, as a pioneer in cardiac health. Certainly, a huge loss to the community and especially to you.
Sincerely,
The Fosters
Dr David Nicholson
August 27, 2020
Stafford contributed so much to the greater community; and now he has gone he has left a legacy of better health and fitness which will endure. To the medical community, he was often an inspiration as we adjusted to changing times by following his lead. And as an orator, he never failed with his dry wit and wry insights.
We share in your loss, Susan
Teresa Gallaugher
August 27, 2020
Susan I am so saddened to hear of Stafford's passing. My sincere condolences to you and your family. Memories and love will live forever. Stafford's charm and sense of humour brighten everyone's day. So sad such a great loss. RIP Dr. Dobbin.
Jo Anne Shannon
August 27, 2020
Sending sincere condolences. Susan I am so very sorry for your devastating loss of Stafford. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marie Carniello
August 27, 2020
I am truly shocked to hear this news. It was a pleasure working with Stafford over many years. He was an inspiration seeing his dedication to cardiac rehab initiatives and his primary care patients. I am truly saddened by his passing.
Susan, I am truly sorry for your loss.
Scott Griffin
August 27, 2020
Dr Dobbin.
My Doctor and friend.....never thought this would come
Ypu deserve everything that is upstanding during life and after!!
Carmela Cristiano
August 27, 2020
So sorry to hear about your passing, my deepest condolences. Rest In Peace.
Maxine Moreau and family
August 27, 2020
I’m truly saddened to hear this. I became a patient of Dr. Dobbins way back when I was 18 years old, I’m now 66. Shortly after, my husband and children became his patients as well. We always trusted him with our health and concerns and he never failed us. We’ll certainly miss him. Our sincere condolences to Susan and family. RIP Dr. Dobbin
Lee Malloy
August 27, 2020
Dear Susan. I am saddened to hear of Stafford’s passing. Another of our great GNGH physicians gone. May memories comfort and sustain you. Thinking of you.
Angela Kelly
August 27, 2020
Susan, my sincere condolences to you and your family for this great Loss. Stanford has been a long time neighbour and worked closely with him as a Nurse. He has done so much for the community and his passion and commitment to Heart Niagara and the schools program is far reaching. He will live on through his efforts and will be missed dearly. My thoughts and prayers go out to you at this very challenging time.
Sincerely,
Angela Kelly
Debbie Graham
August 27, 2020
So sad to hear about Dr. Dobbin’s passing. He has been my Doctor since I was twelve years old (as well has my parents and children’s doctor. We appreciated the care he gave us all. Sending deepest condolences to his family and friends. He will be missed.
Aline losier
August 27, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Eleonor Kerr
August 27, 2020
So saddened to hear the news. Deepest condolences Susan. Many great years of memories and laughs. He'll be missed.
Aline Losier
August 27, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Carol Stewart-Kirkby
August 27, 2020
On behalf of the board and staff at Portage Medical Family Health Team, our sincerest sympathies to Susan and family. Dr. Dobbin will be missed for his energy and commitment to his patients and Heart Niagara's school program. He could see the merit in addressing heart health in the young. It was a torch he carried for years. We hope to help to continue with this work in some way to not only prevent illness, but to honour his memory. We are thinking of you all at this sad time but please take solace in the fact that Dr. Dobbin's legacy of healthy hearts will live on.
brett Isherwood
August 27, 2020
Dr Dobbin has been a good friend for over 30 years. he will be missed. our condolences to his family and those close to him. Sincerely, Brett and Sandi Isherwood
Anthony Limone
August 27, 2020
Dear Dr. Dobbin, Thank you for taking care of me when I was sick or hurt for the 30+ years of my life. You were always a kind, smart Dr and I will always appreaciate your work with me and my family. I will always remember when I was young and come to the office with my mom he always entered the room saying “Hello boys and girls, and how are we today.” R.I.P Dr Dobbin
- Tony Limone
Deborah Jane Allerton
August 27, 2020
Stafford meant the world to my parents,John and Lillian Clark. His poetic elegance,Irish wit and passion for medicine defined the man. But it is his legacy with Heart Niagara that will continue to have great impact on so many lives.
Thankyou,Stafford.
Jo-Ann Sacco
August 27, 2020
Susan our sincere condolences to you, your family, and the staffs at Heart Niagara and the Niagara Medical group. Dr Dobbin was a truly amazing and caring person who was so innovative and head of the times with heart health prevention. I am proud to have been part of the developing team for the school heart health program back in the late 80s and continuing on. I am so thankful for the opportunity to work along side Dr Dobbin I learned so much from him. As well he often cared for my family and myself as part of the medical team. Rest In Peace Dr Dobbin Jo-Ann, Fred, Jana and Christopher Sacco
Nancy Lowry
August 27, 2020
Dr. Dobbin was my family doctor ever since I got married in 1971. He has looked after me and my children and grandchildren since that time. I always appreciated his honesty and although I didn’t always agree with him when we talked I also appreciated the fact that he listened to me and tried to understand my opinion about whatever issue we were dealing with. I have a great respect for him and hope that the memories you have of him will comfort you during this very sad time. Dr. Dobbin will definitely be missed!
Anna giorgi
August 27, 2020
Omg, I am so shocked, you had been my doctor since I was fifteen, and my whole families as well, I am so grateful to all you have done for me, you have gone beyond, and have always been so thorough, in helping me, you helped me with so many things, I am so sad on your passing, you can never be replaced, I always felt good after seeing you, you had the gift to put me at ease, and then things didn't look so bad, wish I could have helped you, you are with God now. You will be so missed, my condolences to your family and friends, colleagues , anyone who had crossed your path, your long time patient, Anna giorgi
Eric and Angela Stackhouse
August 27, 2020
Susan, our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. I am sure that you have much love and support around you. Cherish the memories.
Tony Evershed
August 27, 2020
Susan: I enjoyed many hours of Golfing and Coaching Stafford. His leadership in Heart Niagara was a blessing for our Community.
A True Professional & Gentleman. We will all miss his Friendship. Tony Evershed
Mike Goodwin
August 27, 2020
Our sincere condolences to Susan. Stafford was an altruist in the finest sense of the word, though a fierce competitor on a rugby field.
Dr. Christopher Offierski
August 27, 2020
As a colleague, I was always amazed by Stafford’s boundless energy in looking after the community as well as his very appreciative patients.
My condolences to Susan.
Dr. Chris Offierski.
Betty and Joe Hennessy and family
August 27, 2020
Our condolences Susan, Stafford was a wonderful Doctor and a great friend he is going to be greatly missed.
Our condolences Susan, Stafford was a wonderful Doctor and a great friend he will be greatly missed.
Betty and Joe Hennessy and family
August 27, 2020
Our condolences to you Susan, Stafford was a wonderful Doctor and a very good friend we will certainly miss him.
Jen
August 27, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. I’m so proud to be part of the Healthy Hearts school program at Heart Niagara, thank you for all that Dr. Dobbin did.
Patrick Delaney
August 27, 2020
Very sorry to hear of Dr Dobbin's passing. I'd been a patient of his since he took over from Dr Dickinson, many, many years ago. He was tolerant, understanding and very knowledgeable. I'm very sorry. He'll be missed.
Barbara Atkinson
August 27, 2020
I’m so very sorry to hear of Stanford’s passing. He was a wonderful, caring soul and he will be greatly missed. My deepest condolences to Susan and the Family .
Joe Amato
August 27, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Joe Amato
August 27, 2020
Great doctor he will sadly miss R.IP
Stephanie Montague
August 27, 2020
So very sorry to hear of Dr. Dobbins passing. He was a kind and compassionate doctor who will be missed by all. RIP
Laurie Antonio
August 27, 2020
Thoughts and prayers to Dr.Dobbins , wife, staff and friends . God bless . May you Rest In Peace doctor .
Laurie Bennett
August 27, 2020
We’re so very sad to hear about Stafford. Our deepest sympathies to his family. He will always be remembered by us for all the community inspired things he did such as Heart Niagara, Niagara Ambulance, Niagara Marathon.... he was always active and involved. An honour to know him. He will be missed
Sandra Stefanac
August 27, 2020
So sorry to hear of Dr Dobbins passing Sincere sympathy Sue .He was an amazing doctor and will surely be missed Sincerely sandy stefanac
Rose Bedard
August 27, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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