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Rupert E. Dobesh 1954 ~ 2011 On Saturday, August 20, 2011 we lost our beloved husband, father, brother and friend in a motorcycle accident. He was born November 23, 1954 to Rupert and Nancy Dobesh in Tacoma, Washington. Rupert grew up in the Magna area. Graduated from Cyprus High School and achieved All State in Football and Senior Class President in 1973. He graduated from Utah State University with a BS in Biology and Chemistry in 1977. He married his high school sweetheart, Mary Snow in 1977. He earned his MBA at the University of Utah. His career spanned over 30 years with ATK Systems. He enjoyed Duck Hunting, riding the Harley and Trap Shooting. He made many friends through all his hobbies. Rupert has been a significant and positive influence on countless lives through the years. He was truly one of a kind and a straight shooter. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his loving wife, Mary, his daughter, Danielle (Geoff) Moore, grandson, Colin, brothers Jeff (Patsy), Russ (Joanie), and sister Angie Wright; and many nieces and nephews who looked up to their Uncle Rupe. Preceded in death by Parents and son, Wesley. Friends may call Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2011 between 9:30-11:00 a.m. at Neil O'Donnell & Sons Mortuary, 372 East 100 South, Salt Lake City, Utah. Graveside service to follow at Mount Calvary Catholic Cemetery, 4th Avenue T Street. In lieu of flowers, the family asks you to donate to the Huntsman Cancer Foundation. A Wake will be held in the Celebration of Rupe's life on Friday, September 2, 2011 from 6-9 p.m. at the Filling Station, 8987 West 2700 South in Magna.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Aug. 23, 2011.

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matt lucero

September 4, 2011

Russ and family, I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. While I only met Rupert at your Mother's funeral, all the Dobish's live on in the lore of my family history. Thank you all for being life long friends to the Lucero family, mainly my beloved brother Aron. God Bless.

Peggy Colosimo Schwarz

September 1, 2011

Russ, Joanie, and Family,
My heart goes out to all of you at this very sad time. I pray you find comfort in your memories and strength in all the love that surrounds you. Keeping you in my prayers and sending hugs and love.
Peggy

Michael Patonai

August 30, 2011

Dobesh family,

I am so for the loss of your brother Rupert and husband to Mary. Rupe was a great role model and someone I always looked upto. May God bless you and your family.

Terry Patonai-Hogan

August 30, 2011

Mary and Dobesh family,

May you find comfort through the love of friends in this time of sorrow. Rupert was an amazing person and will be missed. God bless you all.

Joe Onstott

August 30, 2011

Dear Mary, I worked for Rupert for 2 1/2 years before leaving ATK to work internationally. I will always remember listening to his many stories of fishing and hunting. He was a great boss and I very much appreciate what he did for me at ATK. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Rupert and Father Andrew

Victor Marquez

August 28, 2011

Victor Marquez

August 28, 2011

Dearest Dobesh Family,

Sorry to hear about the passing of your beloved Rupert! I was happy to see that Father Andrew was there for Rupert and your family in this time of need ( See attached Picture ) .

My thoughts, prayers and condolences are with YOU now and for many years to come.

Victor

August 27, 2011

Dear Mary and family,
Brad and I are so sorry to hear this sad news. We are sending our love and light to you and your family. Nothing loved is ever lost. May God and the angels comfort you at this time. Brad & Debbie Brazell-Patrick

John Weidner

August 27, 2011

Mary and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Rupert's untimely passing. I worked with Rupe in the composites business at ATK and respected him as a business man and a person. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Judy and Karl Petersen

August 27, 2011

Mary and family --
So very sorry to hear of Rupert's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Debbie Shurtleff

August 26, 2011

Mary, I was so shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. You and Rupert have been together so long and had and great love for each other and your family. I wish I had heard sooner so that I could have been there on weds night. I will always cherish both your friendships. God bless and comfort you now and in the coming months and years.

Much love, Debbie Jeppson Shurtleff and John Shurtleff

Rosie Vosnos Pylidis

August 26, 2011

My dear, dear Mary -
There are no words to express my deepest condolences - I have just returned from a business trip and didn't find out until yesterday. I'm so so sorry and want to be here for you. Please know that you and your precious daughter and grandbaby will be in my prayers. I love you sweet friend -- will never forget the times we shared --- I know you have an extra angel in heaven praying for you. Rosie

August 25, 2011

Dear Mary,
May you with your family be given the countless benefit of prayers that help comfort you as you mourn your husband's death. I fondly recollect at a class reunion for Cyprus High that I attended once with you and Rupert feeling so glad for noting the love and respect that he had for his family and friends. God grant him rest in a place where there is no suffering or sighing.
Chrissie Colovos Taylor
Chrissie Colovos Taylor

Glenda King

August 25, 2011

Mary.. My heart goes out to you and your family at this time of loss. Just remember he lives on in your hearts. Wish I was there to just hug you but sending all the angels to wrap their wings of love around you to comfort you and hold you tight.

Deb Robinson

August 25, 2011

Danielle & family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts & prayers.

Randy and Karren Gibson

August 25, 2011

Mary - We are so sorry to hear about Rupert. We always enjoyed talking to him and you. We have missed you guys since you left the neighborhood. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this hard time. May the Lord be with you and your family and comfort you.

August 25, 2011

Mary and family, we are so sorry for your loss. It was always a pleasure to talk with Rupert. We will miss him fishing at Scofield. May God bless you. Al & Connie Peterson-Scofield #14

George Saltas

August 25, 2011

Mary I am so sorry to hear about Rupert's passing. I have many great memories from our high days. May the Lord keep and bless you and your family.

Denise Thirkill - Green

August 25, 2011

Mary and family. There are simply no words. I knew Rupert through ATK but was blessed to become his friend along the way. He loved you all dearly. May God be with each of you during this most difficult time.

August 25, 2011

Mary, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Rupert. May the Lord bless and comfort you and your family at this most difficult time. Marsha (Lewellyn) Privett and Mark Privett

Steve Patonai

August 24, 2011

Mary and Dobesh family. My prayers are with you at this time. Rupert was a great guy and is gone too early.

August 24, 2011

Mary and family, We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. We have so many good memories of you and Rupert during our high school years at Cyprus High. May all your wonderful memories, friends and family see you through this tough time.
Merri (Ikola) Ellsworth and Craig Ellsworth (South Jordan UT)

August 24, 2011

I was able to make the viewing today. Rupert looked very good for being in an accident. It was great to see Mary and so many classmates that showed up. We will all miss him.

Pat Nicholson Giles

August 24, 2011

Mary,

Thinking of you at this difficult time and wishing you comfort and joy in your memories.

Wendy Holm

August 24, 2011

Mary and family, so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Be Well.

Becky (Rose) Bowen-Sloan

August 24, 2011

Dear Mary and Family,
It has been many years since our Cyprus High School days, but I think often of the friendships and classmates. There were many wonderful people at Cyprus and both you and Rupert were some of the best. It breaks my heart for you to endure such sorrow again in your life. May you find comfort and peace knowing that so many people care about you and Rupert and that your lives together have been well lived. May God bless you and be with you in the days and years ahead. My sincere condolences to you and your family.

Rick and Shannon Coon

August 24, 2011

Mary and Family, Rick and I were so sorry to hear about Rupert. We have such fond memories of high school and softball games. Our hearts ache for your loss. We are thinking of you and your loved ones.

Jon & Sally Jongsma

August 24, 2011

We were so sorry to hear of the loss of Rupert. We're sending you our thoughts and prayers in hopes of giving you strength in this difficult time.

Nancy & Terry Martin

August 24, 2011

Mary,
We are so sorry for your loss in such a great husband and father. You had each other for along time. Remember all the memories. Our heart goes out to you and your family.

Ken Freimuth

August 24, 2011

I worked with Rupert at ATK and am a fellow Harley rider. Very sorry to hear this news today. May he rest in peace. He and family are in my thoughts and prayers.

August 24, 2011

Mary and Danielle-

I was shocked to hear about Rupert! I can't explain the heart ache that I feel for you two. I am so deeply sorry for your loss!!!! Rupert was a great man and I will always have Scofield memories of him. I hope you can find peace and comfort in this most difficult time in your life. You are in my thoughts and prayers and I hope that comfort is sent your way. I love you guys, hang in there!!

Love Amanda Philipp
Karen and Mikes Daughter from Scofield

Jhana Killpack Rix

August 24, 2011

Dear Mary What a shock to see this in the paper. I know it's been years since we've talked but we are so sorry for your loss.

John & Laura Luce

August 24, 2011

Mary and Family, we are so sorry for your loss. John enjoyed exchanging fishing stories and home canned goodies with Rupert. He will be missed at the lake. John and Laura Luce (Scofield West)

Melissa Johnstun

August 24, 2011

Dear Mary and Danielle, I am so sorry to hear of this tragic loss. May god grant you the love, support and strength to get through this. My thoughts and prayers are forever with you and your family. Love Melissa Johnstun (formerly Mitchell)

Mike Taylor

August 24, 2011

Mary and Family,
May I express my condolences at the loss of such a GREAT husband and father - He spoke of you often and with much love and devotion. He is a GREAT man and this is a very tragic loss to all who knew him. He was a friend to everyone and admired and respected by all who met him. He was one of the finest work colleagues I have ever known. Hoping for the best in your lives to come.

Leda

August 24, 2011

Mary I’m so sorry to hear about Rupert. My prays are with you and your daughter at time of sorrow.
Your love for each other will go on forever. God Bess you and keep you raped in his arms.

Dawnie Robinson McPherron

August 24, 2011

Dear Mary, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Rupert was a good guy.

Pat and Tony Runco and Family

August 24, 2011

Please accept our condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Frank

August 23, 2011

How incredibly saddened I was to hear of this news. It was a pleasure and an honor to work for Rupe and to call him my friend. He was one-of-a-kind. A strong leader with a big heart, he had more captivating stories to tell than anyone I have ever known. We have lost a good man. God bless you and your family, Mary. And God bless Rupe.

Mike Shepherd

August 23, 2011

Mary, I'm so sorry for your loss. I know I haven't seen or talked to you since High School, but I've always admired you and Rupert. Please accept my condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mike Shepherd

Joan Wells

August 23, 2011

Mary, I am so sorry for your loss. Words can't even express how shocked and saddened I was to find out about Rupert’s passing. I could always tell by the way you talked about Rupe, just how much you loved him and how happy he made you feel. May you, Danielle and the rest of your family cherish the memories of having had him in your life. Bless you all.

April Mills

August 23, 2011

Rupert-
What a loss it is to lose such a truly amazing guy. Rupe was a man with class. Always a great smile and great laugh, big heart, always spoke with knowledge, positiveness and love of his family. Rupe will be deeply missed. Love and many thoughts to his family!

Angie Westwood

August 23, 2011

Mary and family,
Wanted to send my condolences to you and your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I am Cheryl Vukasins daughter.
- Angie Westwood, Meridian Idaho

Paul Sheppick

August 23, 2011

Mary I am so sorry for your loss. Rupe is a great man! He will ber missed by all! I don't know if it's the time of out lives we are now, but I have thought about our school days a lot lately. And how much I miss the people from my youth. God bless you and your family.

Barbara Yauney Knowlden

August 23, 2011

Mary, Russ, Jeff, Angie and Danielle,
I am so sorry to hear of Rupe's accident and passing. The loss of life is always hard. Hold on to each other tight and remember the great times.
Love,
Cousin "Barbie"

August 23, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you Mary. Take care of yourself. Sue Bowler

Lynn Petersen

August 23, 2011

Dobesh Family,
It is an honor to have known and learned from Rupert while at Cyprus and also in Logan.

August 23, 2011

Mary and family
I just want to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. Rupe was a great guy and friend We will miss him and his nice things he always had to say about his family and friends . Love Layne and Jonie Empey

Kathy Sainsbury

August 23, 2011

Mary:
I am so very sorry for your loss. May the God of your understanding comfort and keep you at this difficult time and always.

August 23, 2011

Mary, again so sorry! Rupert was such a neat guy. He looks like he took good care of himself. I'm sure he was so proud of you. I'm happy for the life he had to live!! God bless you!

John Rogers

August 23, 2011

Death is not the last sleep. It is the final awakening......God Bless you Mary.

Debbie Prokopis

August 23, 2011

Mary, so so sorry of your loss. God Bless Rupert was a GREAT person.
Tedd & Debbie Prokopis

Bob & Shanna Burnside

August 23, 2011

Mary and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you guys at this time. I have missed the times we used to spend hunting and always will remember the great time we had growing up and playing ball. Rup was a good man . Good hunting my friend.

Alexis Howard

August 23, 2011

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. May Rupert and Wes rest in peace together.

August 23, 2011

WE are deeply saddened at your loss. Its more heart ache than one family shoud have to endure. Mary, our thoughts are with you. You and Rupert were two of my best friends growing up and my thoughts and prayers are with you. Your friend, Dave

Elaine Hintze-Kasteler

August 23, 2011

Mary,

My heart and thoughts are with you. Please accept my condolences.

Valerie Holman

August 23, 2011

Mary-my sweet friend-my heart is aching for you and your family.You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. I can't remember a time when there hasn't been a Rupert and Mary- what a great couple you made. I hope you can find comfort in the happy times you spent together.

stewart simons

August 23, 2011

will miss rupert, he cared about all that he did. He was one of my teamates and a good one. s stewart simons

Aron Lucero

August 23, 2011

The Dobesh family,
I am very sad to hear of Ruperts passing. Rupert had a big heart and made everyone feel like a special friend. We will all miss him very much. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this sad time. Rest in Peace "Rupe". Your friend Aron.

Laura parker

August 23, 2011

Mary - We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We have enjoyed our visits with both you and Rupert since the time you moved in as neighbors across the street. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. Love to you and your family at this most difficult time. Sincerely, Steve and Laura Parker

August 23, 2011

Dear Mary,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and Rupert of part of my happy Cyprus High School memories. My sincerest sympathies to you and your family and may find peace through your memories.

Julie Stutznegger Kolar

Mary Marquez

August 23, 2011

Mary & Danielle,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Rupert spoke of you both with such love and admiration. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Rest in Peace my Friend. I will miss you. With much love.

Jana Rae Jones

August 23, 2011

My heart goes out to all of Rupert's family. I can't express the sadness that I feel. He was a wonderful, caring man and touched so many peoples' lives.

Trisha Clarke

August 23, 2011

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Stan Endo

August 23, 2011

Dear Mary and family,
We are very sorry and shocked to learn about Rupert. Please take care of yourself and family.
We had good times fishing at Lake Powell and he has left us with some great memories. He was truly a fun person to be around and will be missed.

August 23, 2011

Mary, I am so sorry for your loss. God be with you at this time and always. Love ya Mary!! You are such a sweet person. With Love, Pam Petty

Kevin Aoyagi

August 23, 2011

You can really tell what a man is made of when you see how they act over time. Rupert is one of the great ones. He made friends with people from all walks of life. He will be missed, I will miss him.

Shawn & Heidi Empey

August 23, 2011

Mary, Danielle and family –
Shawn and I are so sorry for your loss. Rupe was truly one of a kind! I’m going to miss seeing him and the talks we had. Shawn will miss having him to talk to about life he was the biggest mentor anyone could ever have!! Our Thursday night trap shoot will never be the same without Rupe.

August 23, 2011

Mary we are greatly hurt by your tragic loss.I will miss shooting with him and his wisdom he showed always. our hearts go out to you and the rest of his friends.love keith and sandy Duncan

Lea Anna Midgarden

August 23, 2011

Mary and Danielle, Bob and I are deeply sorry for your loss. Rupe was a great guy, fun to be around and fun to work with. Bob and I had lots of laughs inventing and playing pirate golf with him after his tumor. Know we're there for you if you need us.
With all our love, Bob Archibald and Lea Anna Midgarden

Michelle Jones

August 23, 2011

Dear Family,
It takes an incredible man to raise such an amazing family. We, at Salt Lake Harley-Davidson knew Mary and Rupert to be a truly loving couple who had to overcome tremendous heartache. He is a brother to us all. It is comforting to know that when God calls a loved one home, He leaves the gift of cherished memories behind. We will hold you close, at St. Thomas More Parish, in prayer. May God carry you in his precious arms during this most difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Frank and Michelle Jones

Rolly Lofshult

August 23, 2011

Mary & family
We are very saddened to hear of your loss. I will forever cherish his friendship and guidance.
With deepest sympathies, Rolly

Charlie Hendrickson

August 23, 2011

Mary and family. Rupert will be sorely missed at ATK. We enjoyed his humor and expertice. God Bless.

Lex Watterson

August 23, 2011

Mary and Family,

I am so sorry for your loss.

Sheryl Thompson

August 23, 2011

Mary, you have a network of friends and family that love you very much. I am so sorry you have to go thru this. Mine and Gerri's thoughts, prayers and love are with you.

Julie Rupp Felice

August 23, 2011

Mary and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May the Lord be with you and bring you great comfort and peace.

Wendy Williams

August 23, 2011

Dear Mary, Prayers and Hugs of Love to you and your family for this tragic loss. If there is ever anything I can do for you, please call. You have always been an amazing lady with a big heart, Love you tons! Wendy 8012090975

Craig and Sarah Anderton

August 23, 2011

Russ and Family;

We are so sorry for your loss. Rupe was a great guy who will be sorely missed. You guys are in our prayers. If there is anything we can do, please know we are here.

August 23, 2011

I was in the 6th grade with Rupert. He was my first little crush! I'm sad to see his life ended tragically, but happy to see that he had a wonderful life with a loving family and good friends.
Jacquie Winrow

August 23, 2011

Mary and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Rupert was a amazing man and I will cherish his memories. Love and peace, Christa Powell Muller

August 23, 2011

Mary, My heart aches for you. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please take care. Sue Kriebel

Marianne Spencer

August 23, 2011

It can be so hard to face the future without your loved one, but the love of family and friends will carry you through. I am thinking of you and am always here, day or night. Sending you my thoughts and prayers.

Dave Cartwright

August 23, 2011

Mary & family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort at this difficult time. Rupert, thanks for the memories...

Trent Bliss

August 23, 2011

Mary & family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
Rupert was a great man. He will be sorely missed by all that knew him. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family.

Angelita Florez

August 23, 2011

Dear Russ (Joanie),

I am so very sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers. May God be will all of you at this difficult time. May Rupert rest in peace.

Cathy Gaz Nuesmeyer

August 23, 2011

Mary and family,
My thoughts and and prayers are with you at this time of sadness.

August 23, 2011

Mary and Family-I am sorry about your loss. I love Harley's and ride often. I am so sorry this happened. Julie Martin

Ruth Ann Haycock

August 23, 2011

What a wonderful friend and neighbor Rupe has been to us over the last six years. He was always there if we needed anything and has been so helpful to me over the last few months. Shawn loved coming over to visit Rupert, listen to his stories and talk motorcycles (which they are probably doing right now). He considered him a true, true friend. I am thinking of you Mary and Danielle and please know I am here for you.

Love, Ruth Ann, Asher and Greyson

Bev Reinhold

August 23, 2011

Mary my heart goes out to you. Always know you have so many friends who love you and are there for you.
Love you, Bev Reinhold

Kelly Bertoch

August 23, 2011

Mary. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family We don't always understand why this happens But Rupert was needed for a bigger game, we will all be part of someday. May God Bless and your family. Kelly & Susan Bertoch ( Hunter Ut.)

Debie Andersen & Family

August 23, 2011

Russ,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your brother! My family will keep you and your family in hearts and in our prayers!

Cheryl Vukasin

August 23, 2011

Dear Mary & Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you in this most difficult time. What an honor to know such a wonderful man. Mary my heart is breaking for you and know I am holding you tight. Love Cheryl & Randy Vukasin

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