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H. Hobday Obituary
Tom was born May 12, 1937 in Le Center, MN to Herbert and Bernadette (Trembley) Hobday and graduated from Le Center High School, St. John's University, and the University of Minnesota Medical School. Tom married Kathleen Flanagan on August 3, 1963 in St. Paul. After two years in the Indian Health Service on the Navajo Reservation and several residencies, the couple moved to St. Cloud in 1971, where he practiced ophthalmology and retired from Eye Surgeons and Physicians in 2003. Tom's thirst for knowledge was great, demonstrated by his participation in multiple book clubs, Spanish lessons, and numerous elder-hostel trips that he and Kathleen shared—all the time taking notes. He loved to play tennis, bike, and cross-country ski and was an avid supporter of his kids and their interests.
Tom is preceded in death by his parents and survived by his wife, Kathleen; his children and grandchildren, Tom and Robin Hobday and daughters Erin and Lauren of St. Cloud; Hud and Julia Hobday and children Tom, Lily, Danny, and Luke of St. Paul; Mary Jurney and sons Tim and Patrick of Apple Valley; Tim and Kristen Hobday and children Sara, Megan, Grace, and Jack of Rochester; Meg Hobday and Tony Bacigalupi and children Kathleen and Andrew of St. Paul; Patty Hobday and Ryan Strack and son Hawksley of Minneapolis; and Ann and Matt Graeve and daughters Natalie and Maggie of Little Falls; and his sisters and brothers-in-law, Ann and Bryon Lundmark of Plains, MT; and Cathy and Jim Dey of Waseca, MN.
Tom and his family lived in gratitude for the many caregivers who supported them spiritually and physically over the past two years.
Memorials are preferred. Two of Tom's favorite organizations were the Newman student programs and Caritas Food Assistance.
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Kathleen Anderson
November 8, 2010
I have many fond memories of Dr. Hobday because of being friends with his daughter Mary since second grade. He was a person of substance and principle who was also sociable and had a ready wit. He was genuinely interested in other people and so clearly loved his family and enjoyed life. He helped so many people both through his practice and his compassion. My sympathies to all the Hobday family.
Brian Schrader
November 1, 2010
I would like offer the family of Dr. Hobday my most sincere and heart felt condolences on the loss of such a wonderful and caring man. Dr. Hobday is not the kind of man that people will ever forget. He was a very warm and caring man. Dr. Hobday was my ophthalmologist for many years. I remember how when he would come into the exam room that he would always seem to have a smile on his face and would always have something nice to say or a funny joke. I will also always remember how much love and respect there seemed to be in his family. You could see it every time that the family would come into church on Sunday's but, even more around the Holiday Seasons. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May The Good Lord Bless You All and God Bless Dr. Hobday.
Brian Schrader
November 1, 2010
I would like offer the family of Dr. Hobday my most sincere and heart felt condolences on the loss of such a wonderful and caring man. Dr. Hobday is not the kind of man that people will ever forget. He was a very warm and caring man. Dr. Hobday was my ophthalmologist for many years. I remember how when he would come into the exam room that he would always seem to have a smile on his face and would always have something nice to say or a funny joke. I will also always remember how much love and respect there seemed to be in his family. You could see it every time that the family would come into church on Sunday's but, even more around the Holiday Seasons. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May The Good Lord Bless You All and God Bless Dr. Hobday.
Barbara Kramer
November 1, 2010
To the Hobday family, I was saddened to read(online)of the death of Dr. Tom. He saw our family for many years and was such a good person and kind doctor. I had the pleasure of working with Kathleen at The Family Life Office and some of my children were in school with Meg at SJP. He will be greatly missed by many people, but mostly by you, his loving family. Know of my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
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Michelle Rademacher
November 1, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the Hobday family. Dr. Hobday was a warm, kind and generous man. The profound impact Dr. and Mrs. had on me in jr. high, high school and beyond have forever shaped me. The constant example of giving back and helping others I continue to carry with me. They welcomed me always like part of the family.
What a living legacy this man has left to carry on in his name.
Peace and love to all of you.
Shelly (Moore) Rademacher
November 1, 2010
My mother was among Dr. Hobday's first patients when he came to St. Cloud. I took her to an appointment after Dad died and Dr. Hobday came out to the waiting room to meet me. I was impressed. Little did I know that within 10 years I would begin working for him. I stayed there for over 16 years. It was a great job.
God bless all the Hobdays.
Alice Heid
Courage Center
October 31, 2010
On behalf of the staff at Courage Center, please accept our condolences on the loss of Dr. Hobday. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Maggie
October 31, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Uncle Tom was a wonderful person and will be remembered fondly by all who were fortunate enough to meet him. He enlightened the hearts of many. I am sincerely sorry for your loss and my prayers are with your family.
October 31, 2010
Our son, was treated for retinalblastoma 30 years ago and Dr. Hobday was our doctor. Our son was only 11 months old at the time, and Dr. Hobday was the best doctor we could have asked for. He was kind and caring and our son is cancer free up to this day. We are saddened by his loss. Our prayers are with you and your family,
Judy Roelike
Sauk Centre, Mn
Mary Sisk
October 31, 2010
I have worked at Eye Surgeons and Physicians for 20 years and I have never worked for anyone that was as kind and thoughtful to his patients and employees as Dr.Hobday. One of the things that stood out in my mind when I first started here was the loving relationship he and Kathleen had. The second thing that stood out to me was how proud he was of his family...and for good reason, because they are all very special. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Andrea Kramer
October 31, 2010
My siblings and I were patients of Dr. Hobday and classmates of Meg's at St. John's Prep. We were saddened to hear the news of his passing and want you to know we are thinking of your entire family at this difficult time. You have our prayers for peace and comfort in the coming days.
Andrea Kramer
October 31, 2010
My siblings and I were patients of Dr. Hobday and classmates of Meg's at St. John's Prep. We were saddened to hear the news of his passing and want you to know we are thinking of your entire family at this difficult time. You have our prayers for peace and comfort in the coming days.
Sue Brambrink Perez
October 31, 2010
Our dad, Jerry Brambrink enjoyed Dr. Hobdays Wednesday visits very much. Our prayers and sympathy.
Brambrink Family
Krista Sandhoefner
October 31, 2010
Annie, Patty, Kathy, and family~ You are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. I will never forget the gentleness that your father had. He always made me feel at ease when I would go "see" him for my check-ups! He was a great man who touched so many people's lives. Krista (Scott) Sandhoefner
Harvey Weiss
October 30, 2010
To Kathy and your entire lovely family:
I have lost a life-long friend, we go back to first grade at St. Mary's Elementary school in Le Center. We played golf, double-dated and sang together in a high school barbershop
quartet through our teen's. There is no way you can replace a pal like that.
I will miss him so much, even though over the years we went on our private journey's. He is leaving a legacy of hard work, solid rock family values, a firm believer in his faith, a wife who was a constant and faithful companion.
And all those wonderful children and grand kids to carry on his memories will be a constant reminder of who he was. I think about your family and wish you comfort in your days of grief.
Tom, I love ya man, and now, the suffering is over for you. May you rest now in peace.
Harvey Weiss
Angie Engelbart
October 30, 2010
I know Pa Hobday as a sweet and generous dad, whose good-hearted spirit was evident every time we invaded his house. Knowing his remarkable family, it's clear this guy had a few things figured out. Bless him and his family for their inquisitive spirits, their kind hearts, and their love for everybody (no exceptions!). My thoughts and prayers are with you.
October 30, 2010
Tom was a great tennis player and "took me to school" on several occasions. Our deepest sympathies are extended to the Hobday family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Frank and Laurie Kundrat
Peggy Parr
October 30, 2010
Rest in peace, Dr Hobday.
October 30, 2010
Dear Hobday family: You don't know me but I am a good friend of Rita Evens. I have known for sometime that Dr. Hobday was ill. He was a classmate of my brother, Ed Boehm at St. John's. And his mother was the first 'non-trad' student I had ever encountered when I was a nursing student at ST. Joseph's Hospital in Mankato. She was carrying a full load that year, and as I recall, Cathy was still a high school student. Bernie was commuting every day from Le Center and she still managed to get the top grades and scored the highest on our state boards. I'm sure she was an inspiration to Tom and his siblings as she was to us. You have my sympathy. Having worked in the local healthcare systems in the SC area, I know how much Dr. Hobday was respected. Sincerely, Judy (Boehm)Boisen, Richmond, MN> Formerly of LE Sueur.
October 30, 2010
My friend -- I did not know of your troubles and am so profoundly sorry. T.M.Kiesel, M.D.
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