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ZIEDONIS SKOBE Obituary

SKOBE, Ziedonis 77, of Mattapoisett, peacefully passed away at his home on August 5, 2018. He is survived by his loving wife, Penny Aymie, and his adored children: Andrew and his wife Catherine of New York, Kristen and her husband Joseph Ribeiro of Georgetown, Matthew Skobe of Lynn, and Rebecca Skobe of Hamilton, as well as nine grandchildren and extended family. Dr. Skobe came here to the U.S. as a refugee from Latvia during World War II and went on to earn his Ph.D. and work as a research scientist at Forsyth Institute for over 40 years, most recently as Head, Biostructure Core Facility. Donations can be made in memory of Ziedonis Skobe to support cancer research and patient care at: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, PO Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284 or via www.dana-farber.org/gift. Private services will be held at a later date.

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 8 to Aug. 9, 2018.

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Susan

November 24, 2021

Susan

November 24, 2021

Susan

November 24, 2021

I wanted these photos to be uploaded with the note written on 11-22-2021. I know ... these photos are now eternally on the web.

Susan

November 22, 2021

I had no clue when I entered your lab. You also guided me through the AAE grant, both the poster board and PowerPoint presentations, and then finally the JOE publication. I have never forgotten about the food either whether it was in Chicago or at your home BBQ.
To see you at White´s surprised party ... that made my day.
Happy Thanksgiving, Dr. Skobe.
I was and am truly blessed that you were my research mentor.

John Gatti

November 18, 2021

Not a day goes by that I don't think of you... love you Zie..... J

Matt

July 19, 2021

Losing you was the most terrible, significant thing that ever happened to me. We're approaching the anniversary of that day and it feels like half a second ago. If I could hug you one more time... Love you.

Brian Matthews

August 21, 2018

Penny
We just heard the news here on Bismark St. We are very sorry to hear about Z. He was such a gracious and easy going fellow. Terribly sorry. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love Brian, Sonia and the kids.

Dan Simon

August 13, 2018

Thank you Dr. Skobe for all that you have done for so many of us, your students that you so well tolerated! A wonderful mentor and a great man. You will be so missed!

Susan

August 10, 2018

Today,through the angels,I was told Dr. Skobe went to heaven. Whether it was few weeks ago or a few months ago, our conversations traveled back into time to Harvard/ Forsyth of over 20 years ago. Thank you, Dr. Skobe for the wonderful memories and education. It was a privileged to be your student. I believe in those visiting me in my dreams. You are welcome to do so also.

The Best Research Scientist!

Susan

August 10, 2018

PENNY AYMIE

August 9, 2018

You were my life partner for over forty years, best friend, biggest cheer-leader and greatest love. I will miss you and love you forever. Penny

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