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Kristopher R. Dobbs

Kristopher Dobbs Obituary

Family-Placed Funeral Notice

KRISTOPHER R. DOBBS Age 23 of Palm Beach Gardens, FL, passed away Monday, January 22, 2007 at Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center. Born in Waconia, MN, he was an assistant electrical technician. Kristopher was a member of Holy Spirit Lutheran Church and the East Coast Surfers where he loved surfing, boating and all water sports. He held surfing close to his heart. Survivors include his parents, Kelly R. and Janice C. Dobbs of Palm Beach Gardens; two brothers, Jason (wife-Jennifer) P. Dobbs of Port St. Lucie, FL and Kelly M. Dobbs of North Palm Beach, FL; his paternal grandmother, Mae A. Dobbs Dyste of Woodbury, MN and maternal grandmother Eileen V. McCoy of Plymouth, MN; and his great grandmother, Mabel O. Nelson of Litchfield, MN (age 105). A Memorial Service will be held at 10 AM, Saturday, January 27, 2007 at the Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, 13301 Ellison Wilson Road, Juno Beach, FL, 33408 where contributions in Kristopher's memory may be made. Taylor & Modeen Funeral Home Family Owned & Operated (561) 744-2030, Jupiter, FL 33458 To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries

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Published by The Palm Beach Post from Jan. 24 to Jan. 26, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Kristopher Dobbs

67 Entries

Jessica De Long

December 17, 2007

Merry Christmas to the Dobb's family!

We miss you Kris. Keep watching over us...

Bryant Stevens

September 18, 2007

I talked to my dad today and he saw your parents out and about. they said that i should stop by the next time im in town. the thing is i don't know if i can do that. the fact of walking in your house and seeing the dogs, the pool table where i never could beat you, and your room might be too much. i know your up there looking down on me. im finally almost done with college, i have 5 classes left and ill have a degree in hospitality. i think the thing that bothers me the most is i can't see you. i can't drive up the road and see you at your grave. the only thing i have to remind me of you is our pics and memories that were built over a lifetime of good times. the other day i got a picture of you engraved on a dog tag that hangs around my neck next to my heart. remember when we used to watch blow, and that famous quote came on "May the wind always be at your back and the sun upon your face, and may the wings of destiny carry you aloft to dance with the stars" thats the quote i put on the back of the necklace. i miss you Kris, what i would give to have you back.

Jessica De Long

August 31, 2007

Sometimes it feels like I just haven't seen you in a while, and we'll run into eachother soon. Then it hits me and I know it will never happen. It's such a terrible empty feeling. I can't even imagine how your family is dealing with you being gone (especially your Mom).

Bryant- I read your last entry...and I feel the same way. I know Kris was your best friend and this is killing you. I cry just reading your words, I feel your pain.

It's so hard not to look at his house everytime I drive down Donald Ross. I think my mind is just trained to glance over to look for his car and wonder what he's up too. Now just like you said, you see his car but you know he's not there and never will be. God this sucks...
Stay strong.

Bryant Stevens

June 22, 2007

Kris,
i sit here and wonder why you are gone. I drove down your street for the first time since you left all of us. i was at aaron's that night and everone couldn't stop talking about you. I was telling aaron that i don't know if i should be mad or happy that you are in a better place. i just wish that i could get answers about what had happened. I just wish that i could of saw you one last time. i know this might sound selfish, but it wasn't fair that you left without me seeing you. alot of times when i close my eyes i see you, it's just how i remember you always postivie and smiling. it has been months since you left but it seems like just yesterday. i sit, i sit here and wonder if other people feel the same way. when i go home and get off i-95 and start to drive by the house everyting is different. the hedges in the front lawn are over grown, the only car that is in the front of the house is yours, and your not there. i always think to myself "Kris is Home" but the the reality sets in. my best friend that made me who i am today is not here, i can't call him and say lets go surf or fish. i can't do anything, please come back!!!

Jessica De Long

April 15, 2007

Happy Birthday....miss you.

I know you're celebrating up there.

Jessica De Long

February 22, 2007

Kris,
I wish that we had one last chance to catch up, and that you could of met David and Julia. I know you see her now, and that you are watching over us. Your dad met her at the paddle out, he made me promise to keep coming by- so that he could watch her grow. This is so hard for all of us, keep us strong. I miss you so much.

austin lambert

February 8, 2007

dobbs,
it has been an awful long tme since i got to see you last. that makes this even more difficult. none of us really have the perfect words to describe how this feels, and how you will be missed. i wish i could have seen you one last time, but find comfort in knowing that you will be saving a spot for all of us when we get there. you are loved by so many, and will be missed by all who met you.

Rick & Sue Morgan

February 7, 2007

Dear Kelly & Janice:
What a total shock this was to us. We have you in our hearts and are awfully sorry. We hope that you will find comfort when you look out at the ocean - we're sure he still rides the waves every day. God Bless you.

Bert and Mardelle Crist

February 2, 2007

We were saddened to hear or Kris' death. Enjoyed getting to know him when he spent the summer at Diamond Lake.
You are in our prayers.

austin capers

February 1, 2007

Kris, i dont really know what to say. i didnt believe graham when he told me you had passed away. weve had alot of awesome memories together and ill never forget them. Rest in peace my brother and keep us all safe. austin capers

Cheryl Ikier

January 31, 2007

Kris,
Your journey began with stick handling a hockey puck on the ice rinks in Mound, and continued to fishing off the docks on Diamond Lake. OH..., but your spirit took to the waves in surfing. You then ventured further out to sea and enjoyed ocean fishing. You have the most loving and caring parents and brothers, for in return your compassionate heart touched everyone you met. As a Son, Brother, Grandson, Nephew, Cousin, and Friend your smile was most infectious. Everyone you met could not help but smile with you. Now you can look upon all the people you touched and know that a great many are so blessed with having known you. I will forever be looking out past the shores of Diamond Lake and know that you are there.
Loving you always, Aunt Cheryl

Kaye McCoy

January 31, 2007

The first night I met Kris was 1987 when he and Kelly dad drove down with Ron (Kris' uncle) in Ron's brand new Mustang. Kris came running out of the room with his pajamas. I said, "Oh, look, you have your camouflage jamies on." Kris said in his Minnesotian accent, "It's not camouflage, it's camouFLASH." I will cherish that memory always.

Larry Havill

January 30, 2007

My thoughts are with you and your family at this time of greif. Nothing is harder to handle than to lose a loved one so young. My prayers are with you Kelly.

Clayton Carnes

January 30, 2007

I heard from him not but one month ago. It was his voice on my voicemail. I called the number, it was a friend. I was hoping to have a beer, have a laugh, spend some time. The first time I surfed loggerhead was with him. He rode my local motion cut-off. Years and Years went by.... We progressed so much. I miss your family, I miss you. I can't believe this, and wish I could have been a part of his memorial service. This is far more than tragic, I can't submit words that justify my feelings. His name at the top of this page, which was randomly checked by my e-mail. God, if you are out there, please help us. I miss you. I miss you. Janice, kelly, I hopw that I can cominucate with you, and stay strong.
I love you all more than life.

Duane Macphail

January 29, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

Duane and Donna Macphail and Family
Palm Beach Yachts International

George Mansfield

January 29, 2007

Kelly & Janice,
I can not imagine the loss of a child. My thoughts and Prayers are with you. God Bless

Sharon Gorman

January 29, 2007

Janice and Kelly,
Words aren't able to express my feelings. I was looking through some old photos and found some of Kris and Clayton on New Years Eve 2000. It seems like yesterday that Kris was at our house, or the two of them at the beach..Clayton and I just heard the horrible news yesterday. I am so sorry for your loss and can't imagine the pain you are going through. My prayers are with you and your family.

Dale Mansfield

January 28, 2007

Dear Kelly & Janice,
It was with sincere regret & shock that I heard this week while I was away of the loss of your son. I wish to express my deepest sympathy to the both of you and the rest of the family.

Go Robbie Go Morrow

January 27, 2007

Kelly, Janice, & family,
I am heartbroken to receive this sorrowful news. My memory of Kris still has him in diapers propped up on his mother's hip on a summer morning just after Sunday soccer practice with his dad. I am sorry I never knew Kris as a man. I wish your family tremendous strength to weather this loss just as I hope you gradually find solace recounting wonderful memories of a beautiful life.

January 27, 2007

We are so very sorry for your loss. Words cannot express the sorrow that only a parent must feel. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Lou Daniello, Jr. & Teresa Eskew

Ethel Colton

January 27, 2007

Dear Kelly and family: We are so sorry for your loss. Life doesn't prepare you for this. We suffered such a loss in our own family. With sincere sympathy, Ethel & Ron Colton, Trident Marine

Hiedy Doyle

January 27, 2007

Dearest Kelly, Janice and Family,
I hope you don't mind, but Lynne Whiteman told me about the passing of Kris. I am so very, very sorry. I can only imagine your pain and wish I had words to help you at this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love to all,
Hiedy (Hansel) Doyle

Mark Macpherson

January 27, 2007

Kelly, Janice and Family

I just got off the phone with Mike who thoughtfully passed along this sudden and very sad news. I am truly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dave and Jenny Boies

January 27, 2007

Janice and Kelly
It is with great sadness that we send this note. That day and night that we packed you up and sent you on your way to FL with the kids seems like yesterday. Know that Kris and your family are in our prayers. Even though we have lost touch over the years, also know that you are not forgotten. We pray that you will remain strong in your time of sorrow and loss. We are sure that Kris was an outstanding young man with a zest for life and a passion for adventure and that he will be missed by all whose lives he touched. Celebrate his life.

Sandy McNulty

January 27, 2007

To the Dobbs entire family -- you have been in our thoughts and prayers all week. As a mother of 2 sons, my heart is breaking for you. God is good, ALL the time, and some day the meaning of this will be clear. No one can take the love and/or memories away from your heart.
Tenderly,
Time heals sorrow.
Gently,
Friends ease pain.
Softly,
Peace replaces heartache and warmest memories remain.
With love from one of your families at Holy Spirit Lutheran Church --
Sandy & Joe McNulty & Michael Pagan

Eric Roth

January 26, 2007

I hardly know what to say,I feel sorry for you all. Love,Ric

Dorothy Gallaher

January 26, 2007

Janice and Kelly

Please accept my most sincere condolences following the death of Kris. I empathize with your grief. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, your mothers, grandmother, Jason, Jen and Madison, Kelly and the many friends that will remember Kris.

Mike & Jeannine Adair

January 26, 2007

Janice, Kelly, & Family,
My family & I are deeply saddened and truely heartbroken to hear of the untimely loss of Kris. May the Lord provide you all the strength to get through this very difficult period. We send you our love and want you to know you will be in our thoughts and prayers. A life well lived is never lost.

Rick & Dianne Weiler

January 26, 2007

Kelly, Janice & Family,
Dianne & I are deeply sadden to hear of Your loss, Our prayers and thoughts go out to You. Rick & Dianne.

Sharon Morgan

January 26, 2007

Janice, Kelly and Family,
I cannot express how much the loss of Kris saddens me. What a wonderful young man he was. You all must be going through such a terrible time, but know that all of your friends and family are here for you in this hour of need. May God bless you all.

Dorothy Gallaher

January 26, 2007

Janice and Kelly
Please accept my most sincere condolences following the death of Kris. I empathize with your grief.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, your mothers,
your grandmother, Jason, Jen and Madison, Kelly and the many friends that will remember Kris.

Jennifer McDonnell (Lawley)

January 26, 2007

Dear Kris,

This is such terrible news...Dave Miller let me know. You always had a smile, and a laugh for me. You will be greatly missed. I offer my deepest sympathy to the Dobbs family as well as to all of Kris' many friends. Marilyn and I are having a mass said in your honor tonight. I am so very sorry...

Charlie Isiminger

January 26, 2007

Kelly and Janice,

I am so sorry to hear of your family's loss. While I can't fully know what you're going through, I know it is the toughest thing. I will pray for you and your son. It is clear from this guest book that you and your son are loved and appreciated.

Charlie

Julie Irizarry

January 26, 2007

Dear Kris,
sometimes we wonder why
that our loved ones have to die
as we sit and cry
we wonder why this happened
we never got to say goodbye
and though we all wish we could
i suppose God had a plan
and somehow this is all for the good
all though we know not why
he chose you to be by his side
i hope there is a time when i see you again
until then we love you our friend

PETER O'TOOL

January 26, 2007

Janice,Kelly and family...What can I say...I offer you all my prayers and sympathies...you must know that I love all of you.....
your true friend,Peter O'Tool

Kelly Miller

January 26, 2007

KRIS, IT SEEMS JUST LIKE YESTERDAY WHEN WE WERE IN SPANISH CLASS TOGERTHER AT DWYER; YOU AND AJ WOULD CHEAT OFF MY PAPERS AND YOUR LAUGHTER AND SMILES WOULD MAKE IT OK... AND THE TIMES WE WOULD BE TOGETHER HANGING OUT... BY THE WAY I STILL HAVE YOUR FLIPFLOP FROM THE NIGHT I BROUGHT YOU AND AJ HOME FROM JUMBYBAY...KEEP THEM LAUGHING UP THERE AND SHOW THEM HOW TO CATCH THE BIG WAVE IN THE SKY.....

Margie Yansura

January 26, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Margie Yansura

Janie Barbato

January 26, 2007

Kelly and Janice,
I was deeply sadened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Marshall & Amy Tolderlund

January 26, 2007

Dear Kelly, Janice & Family:
Marshall & I would like to express our deepest condolences at the loss of your son. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Jon Luscomb

January 26, 2007

Kelly and Janice:

Karen and I read the sad news and cannot imagine your loss. Our thoughts are with you both and Jason.

Wendy Krommendyk

January 26, 2007

MR. & MRS. DOBBS,
YOU DO NOT KNOW ME BUT MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AS OUR SON, BRANDON, DIED JUST TEN DAYS BEFORE YOURS. HE WAS TWENTY-TWO. WE FEEL YOUR PAIN AND WILL PRAY FOR YOU BECAUSE WE KNOW HOW BAD THIS HURTS.
SINCERELY,
BOB & WENDY KROMMENDYK

Alison Pruitt

January 26, 2007

Kelly and Janice,
There simply can not be anything more tragic nor sad than to lose a child. I can not imagine the difficult time you must be experiencing. Please, if there is anything your old friends from MIAPBC can do, let me know. May the concern and sympathy of those who care help you through this difficult time.

Kim Burns-Donnell

January 26, 2007

Janice and family:
I was so saddened to hear of the loss of your son. As parents we know that no bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time. May God's grace bring you peace.

Bryant Stevens

January 25, 2007

If tears could build a stairway
and memories were a lane
I'd walk right up to heaven
to bring you home again
A heart of gold stopped beating
Two shining eyes at rest
God broke our hearts to prove
He only takes the best
No farewell words were spoken
No time to say goodbye
You were gone before we knew it
and only God knows why
Our hearts ache in sadness
as our tears flow
What it meant to lose you
No one will ever know

Sheryl Brading

January 25, 2007

Please know that as you face this difficult time you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Our love is with you.....

Marilyn Harris (Lawley)

January 25, 2007

Dear Kris,
I can not believe that you are gone. You were an amazing person, so full of fun and light. I remember all the great times in middle school and our freshman year at Dwyer we had together - just reading Surfer magazine and talking about how you were so much cooler (and a better Surfer)than any of the Malloy brothers. I am so sorry that we didn't keep in touch more throughout the years. Jen told me that she ran in to you a while ago downtown and that it was so good to see you. And she is the one who told me you were gone. I really can't believe that you aren't here, I was just looking through all the pictures we took on the last day of school in Middle school - I don't know if you remember it but you were goofing around and wearing a paper crown (from Burger king - where did we even get that?)and you just have this huge smile on your face. That's how I'll always think of you. Either with a huge smile or scanning the beach at Loggerhead. Much love to you, your family and all of your friends. Love, Marilyn

Jessica De Long

January 25, 2007

Dear Kris,

I can't believe that you are really gone. It just doesn't feel real. You were an amazing person to know, and such a great friend. You will always hold a special place in my heart. I know you are in a better place now, as hard as it for all of us. You will be missed by so many of us. Rest in peace, Dobbs.

Vicki Brady

January 25, 2007

Dear Janice & Kelly
We are so sorry. No words can ever convey the loss you are feeling. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers always.

Phyllis, Vicki and Lauri

Wendy Heitzman

January 25, 2007

Kelly & Janice,
It was with great sadness that we learned of your loss. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this challenging time.
Love & Hope,
Wendy, Matt, Tommy and all your old family at Rybovich.

Brett Landau

January 25, 2007

Im so sorry for your loss,My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Kristy Simpson

January 24, 2007

I tried to leave a photo of my favorite memory of you it was us at Universal in 8th grade it was not working but those memories will always be in my heart. Between you and Bryant you made middle school a blast. We will all miss you greatly. Your family will be in my prayers.

Marisa Huff

January 24, 2007

Wow I still am very much in aww that something like this has happened.Kris was so special and fun to be around and so many people hold a special place in their hearts for him.I can't express how sorry I am for your loss but the love we all have for Kris will certainley not be forgotten.God bless Kris and all of his family.

Sandi Miller

January 24, 2007

The Miller family would like to express our sympathy in your loss. Your son's laughter & smile will live for ever in our hearts. May God Bless your family at this time. May he catch the big wave in the sky.

Mr.& Mrs. David MILLER,
Spc. David Miller
"Fort Bragg, N.C."

Lynn Whiteman

January 24, 2007

Janice & Kelly - I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. This is definitely a tough one.

Steve Mellor

January 24, 2007

With the loss of one , we are all diminished ... My deepest sympathies on the passing of your son Kris . I was priviliged to have been able to call him a friend . Godspeed Kristopher.

Paul Mann

January 24, 2007

I already miss surfing, skating, partying and picking you up when you fall, little Brother. Sorry you had to go so soon. I'll catch a wave for you here and you save me a spot in the lineup on the other side. We'll ride together again Bro. Love always, paulE

Jen Jopp

January 24, 2007

This was the only way that I could connect with you Janice and Kelly.. It has been a few years since I saw you up at the cabin.. I'm very sorry to hear about Kris.. I'll for sure miss him much! he was a great friend to me while he stayed in MN with his Grandma.. I know it is tough.. but you'll make it through I know you will.. Your family is in my prayers. I hope to be able to see you the next time you visit MN!..

Gerald Stashak

January 24, 2007

Dear Kelly and Janice,
Know that our hearts and souls weep with you. In your tragedy it is important to realize that you are surrounded by family and friends.
God bless you and your family,
Love, Gerry and Jan

Brooke Brandstatter

January 24, 2007

Kris, I have no words to express nearly how I feel about you being gone. I can't believe that you are no longer here, can't look forward to seeing you again. Yet you will always be in my memories that I have with you, which will never be forgotten. I miss and love you always and forever, Kris! You may now rest in peace.

Helen Senatore

January 24, 2007

I remember back in middle school how funny you were and what a great person to be around. We haven't really spoke much since then but you will always be remembered.I hope your up there watching over us. We miss you!

Taryn Landau

January 24, 2007

I am so very sorry for your loss. I have lost two very dear friends to me recently and I can't imagine what it would be like to lose a family member. My heart goes out to you.

Danielle Ward

January 24, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Kris was such a special friend who was always there to support you and make you laugh. He will truly be missed.
-Danielle, Skip, Dee, and Sean

Angie Froias

January 24, 2007

Even after seeing it all in writing I can't believe it. Jaime, Aaron I have been telling all our crazy memories with you. I wouldn't take back any of the crazy things we did together. I love you Kris and I am going to miss you so much but I know you are watching over all of us.

Don & Arlene Brooks

January 24, 2007

Arlene and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. It saddens us and we send our sympathies to you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Anne Landau

January 24, 2007

There are no words sufficient to express my sorrow for your loss, no parent should suffer the loss of a child, my heart breaks for you all.

Bryant Stevens

January 23, 2007

What up dobbs im just sitting here with shaw and were remembering all the life changing experiences that we got to share with you. we can't believe that your gone, it really has not set in yet. but im running out of words here. we love you man, ride that perfect wave up there.

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