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for William DOBES
Margaret Ericson
February 7, 2014
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
February 5, 2014
We extend our deepest sympathies in this time of great loss for your family. Carol & Blake Young
Crissie and Todd Sensing
February 4, 2014
What an enormous loss. Our deepest sympathies go out to the whole Dobes family. Kathy, Thornton, and Grant-please know that Todd and I are here for you and are keeping you all in our thoughts.
Ashley Till
February 3, 2014
Shane was one of the most fun people I knew in college when I was at Emory/Oxford. I treasure the memories we had. I'm so sorry that the world is without him now.
David Hahn
February 3, 2014
I'm going to miss Shane. I'll always remember as a great guy with a big heart. I had one conversation with him about a date with my now fiancé but he would always ask me how things were progressing and after we got engaged he'd ask if we'd set a date whenever I bumped into him. Just a quality person who cared so much about the people in his life. I'm gonna miss you, man. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones.
Nick Tinsley
February 2, 2014
Gonna miss you Shane. Although I did not know you very long, it was great to have known you.
June Ullman
February 1, 2014
Our family sends our love and prayers to all of you. We are deeply saddened by this tragic loss. May God's peace comfort you. Love to you.
Carol & Nic Andreyev
January 30, 2014
We didn't know Shane but if he was anything like his parents he was a wonderful young man. Our love, thoughts and deepest sympathy are with you and the rest of the family.
Yvette Cromartie
January 30, 2014
Shane and John Cromartie went to school together. Lost touch. John just heard of the news today. John said, him and Shane hung out a lot, and was a good friend. Fond memories. Our Deepest sympathy, and we will be praying for the family.
Bob Geier
January 30, 2014
Shane joined our Brookwood Hills tennis team a couple of years ago. He loved to come out to practice and play in the matches. He was always entertaining and will be missed. Love brother!!
Chad Mattison
January 29, 2014
I am very sad to hear this tragic news. Love and prayers to the entire family.
January 29, 2014
Bill- Our thoughts are with you all. Those precious grandsons will undoubtedly carry forward and continually show Shane's spriit and love. Gayle and Bill Ide
Josie Raney
January 29, 2014
Dear Martha, Bill and Alison --
I am so very sorry for your heartbreaking loss. Your family is so loving, and I hope your love for each other is a comfort to you during the difficult times now and ahead. I am holding all of you in my thoughts with deepest sympathies.
Miyoshi Martin
January 28, 2014
I just want to send my condolences out to the family. We love you guys and your always in my heart. Love Ms. Miyoshi Grant Dobes teacher at Trinity Presbyterian CHURCH
Beth Gundy
January 28, 2014
May God comfort you with His peace and strength. My sincere sympathies.
Deby Glidden
January 28, 2014
Bill, Martha, Kathryn, Alison, Tom and family,
What a beautiful service today in celebrating Shane's life. I loved the story about Shane eating the sting ray. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Lyn Pace
January 28, 2014
I send my thoughts and prayers to the family. I did not know Shane, but I know he attended Oxford College of Emory University and wanted to let you know that folks here are thinking about you all.
- Rev. Lyn Pace, College Chaplain
Kristin Beyard
January 28, 2014
Dave and I extend our deepest regrets to Kathryn, Grant, and Thornton, in addition to Shane's entire family. We feel so lucky to have known Shane and his infectious laugh and spirit; from the other entries here, it seems that others felt the same way. We have great memories of our time together in Maine and will hold this close to us for years to come.
Christine Tranchina
January 28, 2014
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will miss you.
Christian Hallowell
January 28, 2014
Great memories of Shane - one of my best friends at Rectory and my roommate at Avon. Shane was always a perfect gentleman and fun to be with. May he rest in peace and always be remembered with a smile...
Richard Hunter
January 28, 2014
My condolences on this very sad news.
January 28, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family today,we are shocked to hear this news.
Maureen and Fred Hallowell
Kim Gillan
January 28, 2014
Wanted you to know that Hank, Claire and I are thinking of you and your children....Kim (Montana)
Scott Nagy
January 28, 2014
Kathryn, Bill, Martha and family, my deepest sympathies. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Jennifer Glover Yaeger
January 28, 2014
I am devastated at the loss of our Shane. Uncle Bill, Aunt Martha, Kat, Allison: I have no words, but that I love you and I am so sorry that I cannot be there today.
January 28, 2014
Dobes Family,
Our sincere sympathy on your loss.
Deborah and Jay Levin
Tom Apgar
January 28, 2014
Martha and Bill: My deepest and sincerest sympathies regarding the loss of your son, Shane. Your family has been an inspiration to many of us in the Atlanta community. My hope is that the present tears of sorrow will be steadfastly replaced by the joys of his remembrance. Is.25:8 Rev. 21:4
Ellen Goldwasser
January 28, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Shane was a light to all. His laughter and spirit was bright light in this world.
John Oselette
January 27, 2014
My deepest condolences to the Thornton and Dobes families.
I remember working with Shane and most admiring his strong intellect, his sense of humor and his laugh. He will be missed.
Bob Carper
January 27, 2014
I have no idea what you must be feeling now, but hopefully at some time in the not-too-distant future, your grief will be replaced by wonderful memories.
January 27, 2014
Dear Martha and Bill. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family at this very difficult time. May God give Shane His eternal peace and to you the strength to accept his loss.
Yvette and Mario Ravry
January 27, 2014
Bill, Martha, and Alison and William's family, heartfelt condolences to you all.
Gregory J Cox
Jon and Maggie Weiss
January 27, 2014
Please know that our thoughts and most sincere condolences are with your entire family.
William Self
January 27, 2014
Carolyn and I pray for the comfort of God for you and your family in the loss of your son.
January 27, 2014
Dr. and Mrs. Dobes:
I do not know what it is like to lose a son, but I do know what it is like to love one. I am terribly sorry about your son's death.
Harrison Kohler
January 27, 2014
Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of William. We hope you may find some comfort in your faith. Sincerely ,Darren and Stephanie Casey
Karen Ansary
January 27, 2014
We are heartbroken for you and your family. Though it's been years since we've seen him I will never forget Shane's goofy laugh, his sense of humor and sense of fun! His spirit will never be forgotten. Kathryn, our hearts go out to you and your boys. I wish there was something I could say to ease your pain. Know that we are with you in spirit and hold you in the light. You will find your strength in time. Wish we could be there to help in person.
Juan Mujica
January 27, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on the loss of your son William. May the Good Lord Bless you and help during this difficult time. We Know
from personal experience how hard it is.
Sincerely,
Keyla & Tony Mujica (Stockbridge)
Brenda and Joel Shavin
January 27, 2014
Please accept our condolences on the loss of your son. There cannot be anything more difficult than losing a child. We are so very sorry.
Nikki Browning
January 27, 2014
There are not enough words to express how sorry I was to hear of Shane's passing. He was a wonderful friend and person, unbelievably loyal and kind. And he always made me laugh - even just hearing him laugh made me laugh! Wishing his family and loved ones strength and comfort during this difficult time.
Hiram and Ruth Sturm
January 27, 2014
We offer our Love and Deepest Regrets and Sympathy to your Wife and children and to your Wonderful Parents---Bill and Martha, on hearing of your passing.
Candy Kimbrough-Green
January 27, 2014
Dear Bill and Martha, I want to express my sincerest and most heartfelt sorrow for the loss of your precious son. May God keep you and all of your family in his care.
Sincerely, Candy Kimbrough-Green
EDMOND GRIFFIN
January 27, 2014
Bill, I just don't know how I could/would handle the death of one of my adult children. You have my deepest regrets in regards to your son's passing. You will now have to play a much larger role in his son's lives during the coming year.
Cordially yours, EDmond
Lori Chiappe
January 27, 2014
Sweet Shane, may you find the peace in death that you searched for in life. I will miss you, sweet friend. Keep smiling and laughing and know how loved you are by so many.
January 27, 2014
We loved you, Shane-O. Our love, thoughts and prayers go to Kathryn, Thornton, Grant, Dr. and Mrs. Dobes, Allison and Tom and their children. May God bless, Shane. We will never forget him.
Stephen Hatchett
January 27, 2014
Shane was a great guy. I always enjoyed working with him. He had a southern grace and charm that you don't see much anymore. My heart goes out to his family.
Tim Garber
January 27, 2014
Shane was one of the happiest people I have had the pleasure to work with. His bright demeanor will be missed. I offer my heartfelt condolences and prayers for his family.
Tom d
January 27, 2014
"Lucid and quiet his voice hovered, like a light, like a starry sky."
Myrta Casanova
January 27, 2014
May God receive Shane in His arms. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
My sincere condolences.
Myrta Casanova
Q. Batts
January 27, 2014
I was deeply saddened to hear of Shane's passing. Shane was a good man and a significant influence for good in others' lives. I will miss him a great deal.
Kathy Gray - Turner colleague
January 27, 2014
My heart is just broken for all of you. Shane was such a kind person and he will be missed. Wishing all of you peace.
January 27, 2014
Dear Martha and Bill,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time. We regret very much not being there but a commitment with our extended family finds us out to state. Please remember us to Kathryn and Allison .
With blessings to each of you,
Suzanne and Rick Detlefs
Chris Wolfe
January 27, 2014
I worked with Shane for many years and feel his loss deeply. His laugh, his energy, his company, his sharp wit and his warmth are going to be missed deeply. We talked a lot about being Dad's and I know how much joy he got out of being a husband and father and how proud he was of his family. I'm so sorry for our loss. He was very special and leaves a big hole in our lives.
January 27, 2014
Martha, Bill, Alison, Tom, I am so very sorry to hear of Shane's passing. My deepest condolences to all the family. Deby Glidden
Amanda C
January 27, 2014
My deepest condolences and prayers for the Dobes family. May you find solace in your time of loss.
Dorian Campbell
January 27, 2014
But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:31
Steve Trawick
January 27, 2014
Martha and Bill,
We extend our sorrow and condolences to you both for the loss of your son, Shane and a loved one. You are in our prayers and thoughts. May God give you the strength to endure and gain meaning out of your loss.
Steve and Lucy Trawick
January 27, 2014
There are no words to express the deep sorrow we share with the Dobes family, at the loss of your beloved Shane. Kathryn, please know that we are here to support you in any way possible.
With love,
Kate Delker
and the entire Fetch Pet Care family
Gemma Gatti, Hank Richardson and the Portfolio Center Family
January 26, 2014
Our collective hearts are saddened by the passing of Shane. We offer our deepest condolences to you, his family. Shane was loved by all of us here at Portfolio Center. We will remember with fondness his passion, his wit, and his goodness. Shane touched everyone with joy and kindness, and he was truly a creative spirit and a wonderful friend
to all who encountered him.
Rob Bruce
January 26, 2014
Peace be with you and your family.
Margi Stone
January 26, 2014
May the light and love of all who knew Shane be showered on his family. May his family know that Shane has found his peace. And, may they know that his devoted love remains always with his wife, Kathryn; his sons, Thornton and Grant; his parents, Martha and Bill; and, his sister, Allison, and her family. He will be missed.
Pam Kurkoski
January 26, 2014
My deepest sympathies for the whole family. Kathryn,Thornton, and Grant, please know that you are surrounded by love and support of family and friends.
~Mrs. K at Kenan Preschool, Atlanta Speech School
June and John Douglas
January 26, 2014
So sorry . Shane was a good family friend .
Michael Dangerfield
January 26, 2014
I'll remember Shane as the wise, witty and unflappable lad who was so helpful to me in the tape room when I started at Turner Studios. Most recently, I was discussing with Shane the raising of teen sons (mine), and he shared tales of his own teen years to provide me some much-needed perspective. (THANK YOU, Shane!)
Lauren Humphreys
January 26, 2014
My condolences to the family and friends for your loss.
Audrey B
January 26, 2014
I'm sorry for loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during your time of need. Isaiah 61:2
January 26, 2014
My condolences to the family and friends. Losing a loved at such a young age is quite devastate My you all take solace in the words at joh 5:28
Earl and Hilda Jones
January 26, 2014
The shock of loosing Shane has created a painful void in our hearts that to the entire family must be unbearable.
To each of you, especially Bill, Martha, Kathryn and Alison our friendship and solidarity forever.
Earl and Hilda Jones
Roseburg Oregon
Peggy Owens
January 26, 2014
We are holding Kathryn, Thornton and Grant in our hearts. May they and all Shane's family find peace and serenity in the difficult days ahead. And may we always remember Shane's gentle smile. All our love from too far away, Peggy and Andrew
PJ Neely
January 26, 2014
Shane's bright light will be missed at Turner. Sending strength and peace to his family and friends.
Penny Raney
January 26, 2014
My heart goes out to Shane's family. He was a wonderful person and will be remembered for his graciousness and kind heart.
Penny Raney
January 26, 2014
My heart goes out to Shane's family at this time. He was a wonderful person and will always be remembered for his gracious manner and kind heart.
Evan & Nell Mathis
January 26, 2014
To Martha, Dr. William, and Other Family Members of Shane Dobes:
My wife, Nell, and I are saddened to read in today's Atlanta JC of the loss of Shane.
We have warm and delightful memories of happy times our families spent on Little Cumberland Island as our children were growing up. What a blessing that was!
We had many miles of high adventure on Big Red Honda Trike we "inherited" from the Dobes! Thank you.
All of you are in our prayers.
Nell and Evan Mathis, Atlanta
[email protected]
Robin Dawson
January 26, 2014
I'm so sorry Shane died, but I'm so happy he lived. He and I started working at Turner about the same time and we shared many life conversations, fears, frustrations, joys and much laughter. He was a good friend to me during some difficult personal times and I will be forever thankful for his insight, wisdom and that sense of both calm and humor that could change the whole trajectory of your day. I feel blessed to be one of the many upon whose lives he's left an indelible mark. To Shane's family – words cannot express my sorrow for your loss. Please know Shane was loved by many and will never be forgotten. To Shane – I will miss you my friend. Thank you for the light you shone into my life.
Jay Barrett
January 26, 2014
Very sorry to hear this sad news. If there is anything me or my team can do during this terrible time don't hesitate to call on me. Kathryn and Shane have had a huge impact on my life and he will be missed.
January 26, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort in all the loving memories and happy times together with your son,Shane.
The Scharffs
Matt Day
January 26, 2014
I was so terribly saddened to hear the news. I worked with Shane at Turner and he always had a funny comment, an interesting observation or an anecdote about his family. His absence will leave an emptiness there. I'm so sorry for your loss.
January 26, 2014
My deepest condolences and many prayers.
Susan Glover Black (Mother of Judson Black, jr.)
T. Gordon
January 26, 2014
I was a coworker with Shane. Turner Studios won't be the same without him. Shane will be truly missed.
January 26, 2014
So very sorry to hear. My thoughts are with you all.
Dan Monro, Turner colleague.
The Jim Glovers
January 26, 2014
Our Hearts are with you in your loss. Shane will be missed.
JR
January 26, 2014
May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of sorrow." Those who die, God keep in his memory because they are precious in his eyes." (Psalms 116:15) JR Auburn Ga
Nick Fiorello
January 26, 2014
The Fiorello Family is sending all of you healing thoughts and love.
Deborah Glover
January 26, 2014
Words cannot express the sorrow that I feel with Shane's passing. He was such a kind and loving person. Please know that the Dobes family is in my thoughts and prayers, always.
Jim Reaves
January 26, 2014
I worked with Shane many times in the latter part of my career at Turner. We laughed a lot and had long talks about just about everything. My memories of him will forever be only good ones. So sad for us all he's gone...
JR
January 26, 2014
To the Dobes Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May the peace of God that excels all thought bring you comfort during this most difficult time. Philippians 4:7
Vandy Ackerman O'Brien
January 26, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Shane was a great person. Such a great smile!
Allen Hercules
January 26, 2014
Shane will be terribly missed at Turner. He ably filled many roles there and I was always happy to see him and work with him. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
Stuart & Char Zola
January 25, 2014
There are no words to express our sorrow for your loss.Shane was a wonderful man, son, husband and father. He will be missed by all who loved him. Our love and sympathies are with you at this difficult time.
January 25, 2014
My heart is broken for our Dobes family and my Glover family!! We all loved Shane so much and he gave so much joy!! I am praying for all. of you. Much love, Carol Ann Campbell Glover
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