Sidney Frederick Mobell
April 10, 1926 - November 4, 2022
Truly beloved father of Grant Mobell, cherished grandfather of Christina Quinn, Michaela Mobell and Joshua Mobell, generous great grandfather of Aurora, Lily and Scarlett, beloved brother-in-law of Arlene Mobell, treasured uncle of Marcie Rosenberg, Gary Mobell, Debbie Rochford, Steve Grant, Hollis Grant.
Sidney was a huge part of many people's lives, and touched people all over the world, with 10 World Cruises to his credit, with his infectious smile, and a major positive outlook on life, and its people, with humor, kindness, and compassion. Sidney was the original "King of Bling" and go- to Jewelry Designer and creator of Fine Art Jeweled Pieces that are in collection at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington DC. Internationally Famous, but Uniquely San Francisco, Sidney designed and created many jewelry pieces for famous Stars, athletes, and major companies. Sidney Mobell Fine Jewelry was a mainstay in San Francisco for over 30 years, with locations in Downtown San Francisco, and the SF Fairmont Hotel. Sidney was heralded around the world in newspapers, magazines, and television, and even had a Designed/Created Jewel in the movie, "Romancing A Stone". A joyful and innovative artist, Sidney patented jeweled art designs and created his Signature Piece, the iconic Diamond Hourglass, inspired by his late wife Ronni.
Sidney was an icon of San Francisco and its culture, whereby he filled multiple lifetimes of adventure in his 96 years. Sidney was born and raised in Denver Co, where he, his brother, and sister had to be put in an Orphanage for a number of years. After graduating from North Denver High School in 1944, Sidney enlisted into the Navy and was a World War II Veteran. Sidney was also an accomplished song writer and singer of over 100 recorded songs, being a celebrated ASCAP Hall of Fame Songwriter, and he also had a small part in a movie.
As a World War II Veteran, he was a proud member of The Naval Order of the United States San Francisco Commandery. Definitely one of his ultimate accomplishments was being Honored in the Smithsonian.
He has a best-selling book on Amazon, "From and Orphanage to the Smithsonian". Please buy it and enjoy all the pictures, history, and amazing experiences he had during his 96 full years of life. You can also listen to him singing one of his songs he wrote "Bow Your Head" on YouTube https://youtu.be/I1Ef2vNFs2w.
Donations would be appreciated to: Guide Dogs for the Blind, KQED, Peninsula Temple Sholom, Sutter Hospital Foundation, San Mateo Public Library, Jewish Family Service, as Funeral Services have passed, as in the Jewish Tradition.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Nov. 10 to Nov. 11, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for Sidney Mobell

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9 Entries

Linda Haslam

July 30, 2023

QM2 memories with Sydney and Jackie Stewart the retired racing driver uk and Linda Haslam

Linda Haslam

July 30, 2023

Oh dear I just missed you Sydney ! x ... such a character x we met Sydney on QM2 and stood with you as you collected an award from Cunard...wonderful memories... sorry only just found your business card .. love and best wishes to your family Linda and Andrew Haslam

Anthony Alfidi

April 3, 2023

Sidney, you were one of a kind. I always enjoyed our conversations at the Golden Gate Breakfast Club. Thank you for the wisdom you shared.

Randy coleman

February 20, 2023

Hello my name is Randy Coleman I´m a fine art´s illustrator he in San Francisco Sidney introduced himself to me on Facebook several years ago he said my art work was incredible! As a result I sent him multiple packs of my drawings eventually he asked if I could draw the museum of finance so I did and I also draw the NY stock exchange and soon after that he had them framed and hanging in his office on post street we would exchange holiday /Christmas cards for many years I´ve just now found out that he´s gone! He was a unique individual the world will miss him very much please feel free to contact me my number is 6282881688. [email protected]

Lawrence M. Small

December 12, 2022

Sid was one of the more colorful and fun people I met during my seven years as the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution from 2000 to 2007. We kept in touch since that time and my wife and I loved to hear about his cruising adventures. It is, indeed, fortunate he lived a long and fruitful life and was able to touch so many others with his kindness, excellent sense of humor and creativity. Truly a life to be celebrated!

Lawrence M. Small
former Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution

JESS MYRES

November 11, 2022

Sending my condolences to Sidney´s beloved family.
I had the pleasure of meeting Sid as he was designing one of his works of art and later giving him a ride to a mutual friend's daughter's wedding in the Napa Valley. Always a joy to be around, with a smile and a creative gift. Bling was his thing and I am lucky to have an autographed copy of his book "ONE OF A KIND" The Jeweled Art Creations of Sidney Mobell. A treasure to keep.
He worked tirelessly at his artistic craft and in his desire as he would say " to make simple things beautiful". Thanks for sharing Sid, you'll be missed. Jess Myres, Friend

Janet Wozniak

November 11, 2022

Sidney was a gem. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. He had an infectious smile and a twinkle in his eye at all times. Our deepest condolenses to his family as we will all miss him.

Petra

November 11, 2022

Sidney Mobell was a very kind and generous friend. I had the distinct honor of sailing with him on numerous world voyages while I worked as a jeweler on Cunard Lines. On this photo we had the last chocolate fallen cake before the restaurant changed the name and menu. It was one of Sidney´s favorite desserts on board Queen Mary 2.
Sidney was really one of a kind and a true gentleman. He treated all human beings alike and made many friends amongst officers and crew as well as guests from all walks of life while he traveled. May his beautiful souls rest in eternal peace.

Hal Kaufman

November 10, 2022

Sending my greetings and condolences to Sidney´s beloved family. I was privileged to know him, serving alongside him on charitable and civic boards, and invited from time to time into the "inner sanctum" of his fabulous Union Square store to see his latest creations along with some early stages of design. He was creative, lots of fun, big-hearted, eccentric in spirit...truly one of a kind and a renaissance man for our time. He will be remembered and regaled for who he was: a brilliant, generous, kind mensch!
Hal Kaufman
San Francisco

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