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John Strobis Obituary

John A. Strobis, M.D., 70, of Boca Raton, Florida, passed away on June 22 at Boca Raton Regional Hospital surrounded by his family. Lovingly known to many as "Doc" or "Jack," he dedicated his life to caring for others.

Jack is survived by his wife, Sys and six children: Justin, Kara (David Donvito), Ryan, Peter, Jacqueline, and Steffen; grandchildren Michael and Ava Donvito; mother Lillian (Peter Scapicchio); sister Marie (Ralph Englert) and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Jack to the Strobis Glaucoma Foundation. Donations can be mailed to 880 N.W. 13th Street, Suite 1A, Boca Raton, FL 33486. Glick Family Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

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Published by Sun-Sentinel on Jul. 3, 2022.

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Jay Park

December 21, 2023

My deepest condolences to the family. I knew Dr Strobis has a student. He inspired me to become a physician through the kindness and compassion he showed to all of his patients.

Lois Jean Glatzmayer

June 18, 2023

I still miss Dr. Strobis. It seems to be taking 4 doctors to take his place. I'm sure he's in peace and playing golf up in Heaven.

Stan Luniewicz

November 22, 2022

Jack -my friend my college room mate my brother I am in disbelief .. you are immortal ... you are a gift to anyone you met ... instant joy for life and unforgettable memories ... and hard to believe you wink and a lifetime flies by since 1974 and stone hill days.
To jacks family I never got to know Jack was the BEST! We shared a lot but none better than to know he was destined to be remembered and loved by all he ever met. Instantly popular and magnetic and oh so dedicated to doing great things while being so very normal and absolutely every ones best friend. I love you Jack. Noe I really miss you!
To your family let Jack inspire your every waking moment to live life to its fullest as Jack would want you to do. Let nothing ever stop you and don't be the least bit hesitant to reach as high as you can as you can count on Jack's strong hand to pull you up to the top!
All the best, Stan aka Stash in the good old days

Rory Emmett Lee

August 18, 2022

I thought I would share this photo of Jack throwing a pass in his sophmore year at Stonehill College. He had quite an arm!

Rory Lee

August 17, 2022

So terribly sad. I am proud to say we were friends many years ago. I will miss him now even more than I have been lately. His family should take some solace in knowing how loved he was by so many people - even those that have not been part of his life in the recent past. Like me.

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Irma Fusco

July 15, 2022

Dr Strobis will always have a place in my heart. There are no words to express the sadness I feel
My sincerest sympathy to the entire family.

Pati Reeves

July 10, 2022

Doc was the best family doctor we´ve ever had. When we moved to Sebastian, I tried my best to get him to relocate also, to no avail. He treated every member of my family with complete dignity, and we all felt he was not only our doctor, but our friend.
Doc, thank you for all you´ve done. You are missed already, and will be remembered always.

Robert K Klemm

July 9, 2022

I was fortunately recommended to Dr. Strobis from fellow Boca HS teacher Paul Pirrotta. Every time I left his office I felt like I had attended a Pep Rally for Life--BRHS, sports, officiating, Red Sox, etc while getting lectured on getting back to good health in always a positive way. Dr. Strobis was the guy you wanted to be with and when he had his opportunity to go to the Masters he ended up saving a man's life when the fan had a heart attack and no one else came to his rescue. My condolences to his family AND his wonderful staff who worked with him and the people who were blessed to know him.

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Bob and Dawn Weingartner

July 3, 2022

This morning in the Sun-Sentinel obituary was the first that we learned of our much loved and trusted Dr. Strobis passing away. We are grieved for his wife and family. He was so proud of each of them. He will be so missed by us. We have been under his care for about 30 years. Goodbye, faithful servant, who gave your all for your patients´ well being. We have loved you! Bob and Dawn

Michael Abramson,MD

July 3, 2022

Great physician. He was my personal physician for many years.

Joyce Bloshinsky

July 3, 2022

He took wonderful care of my parents. He was compassionate with a great sense of humor. One Sunday, I called him off the golf course to come to Andy Roddick charity tennis event and take care of Andy Murray. He was wonderful and we invited him to enjoy the tennis day with us. He said thank you but wanted to fet back to his golf. WHAT A WONDERFUL MAN HE WAS. Sending prayers to his family.

Debbi Eisner

June 30, 2022

I am still at a loss for words after learning that my "favorite" Doctor has passed. My deepest condolences to the Strobis family during this difficult time. He will remain in my heart forever.

Randall Jensen

June 30, 2022

Dear DR strobes. Thank you for your devotion. To all for taking the
Time with each and every patient
And always asking and sharing. Too

Thanks for your love and devotion I
Love and respect you. My condolences to all your Family and
Staff . You are loved by so many
Love randy and if your family calls on me I will be there ! . . .

Jim & Lena Zalduondo

June 29, 2022

We are totally shocked by the untimely loss of Dr. Strobis. He has been our doctor since 1998 when he was taking care of my father. Dr. Strobis was always there for us and we will always miss his kindness and total sincerity with every aspect of our lives. May God bless this very kind doctor and keep watch over his family and the dogs he loved so much.

Suzanne Kerce

June 29, 2022

I am deeply saddened to hear this news. He was my favorite Doctor to see in Boca Raton. Always smiling and wanting to know how I was doing - people and patients came before this caring Doctor. I know he is playing golf and having some wonderful Boston Red Sox´s baseball talk in heaven. I will miss seeing you Dr. Strobis.

Joy Adelman

June 28, 2022

I am one of the many nurses who worked with Dr Strobis. We are all shocked and saddened by his passing. We love and respect him as a doctor and as just a wonderful man.
I worked as a night shift charge nurse and there were times when we have to call him in the middle of the night and not once did he get upset about the late call. He listens to the nursing staff and takes our observations into consideration. He respects and appreciates the nursing staff and acknowledges our role in his patient´s care. In behalf of the nursing staff of BRRH, we will miss you, Dr. Strobis. You touched so many lives in a positive way. God bless you. Rest In Peace.

Jean Glatzmayer

June 28, 2022

Doctor Strobis has been my doctor for probably in excess of 20 years. My favorite memory will always be that he sent me off with books to read. He knew I was from Montana and grew up in the SF Bay Area so he always gave me books regarding those areas.

Nancy & Robert Pirozzi

June 27, 2022

Wow!! This is a tough one. Dr. Strobis was our beloved doctor for 22 years. We are devastated. He was such a kind, compassionate, and humble man. He was so proud of his children, always sharing stories and pictures and always asking about ours. He loved to talk golf and baseball. We have lost a truly wonderful man that we consider a dear family member and our community has lost one of the greatest. Our deepest condolences to his family and to Jeanne and Judy. It's just an unbelievable loss.

DOUGLAS ROLFE, DDS

June 27, 2022

John and I worked together sharing in the care of hundreds of patients through the years. He was always professional and caring which resulted in seamless positive outcomes for our patients. He was always a pleasure and he will be greatly missed.

Emily Kingston

June 27, 2022

It seems as if everyone has the same feelings about this wonderful doctor. He made each and everyone of us feel as if we were not just his patient, but a friend as well. You will be truly missed by all. My deepest condolences to his family and his work family.

Donald Waite

June 26, 2022

Stunned to hear this news. Dr. Strobis was my all-time favorite doctor. Guess I won´t have my friend, the good Doc to share Red Sox run for the pennant this year. Not only the best doctor I´ve ever had, but I considered him a friend. My sincere condolences to his family. He was a wonderful man I will never forget.

John Letsch & Missy Wilson

June 26, 2022

Shock and disbelief at the news that our beloved doctor of so many years is no longer there. The world has lost a wonderful human being and his passing will leave a void in so many lives. God rest his soul and comfort his family

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Debbie Bogatz

June 25, 2022

There are no words to describe the feeling I had when I heard the news of Dr. Strobis' untimely passing. He was not only an excellent doctor, he was very knowledgeable, compassionate and always available when needed. He was my doctor for about 25 years and was the doctor to many of my family members as well. Each visit he would always ask about everyone.
He was my "go to" doctor always and I am going to be lost without him, he always had an ear and an open heart and always showed true compassion. He was an incredible person, friend, man, doctor. RIP Dr. Strobis, there will never be another you - you were taken much too soon and will be missed dearly.

With deepest and heartfelt condolences to your wife, children and family

Isabelle Pagano

June 25, 2022

May your precious memories and the sympathy of friends help to comfort you at this time. He will be remembered and missed.

Larry & Phyllis Kimmelman

June 25, 2022

We send our heartfelt sympathy to the family and the staff of Dr. Strobis, as well as to all who came to know him. In our few years here in Florida, he became our safety net. We felt it was a privilege to have him as our physician. He was one in a million. He always found the time to connect personally, share his story, and ask us for ours. And we had that Boston connection, Lynn, the Red Sox, and of course Yaz. May his memory be a blessing to all who knew him.
Larry & Phyllis Kimmelman

Ken and Siran Wassilian

June 25, 2022

RIP Dr. Strobis you will be missed greatly as a friend and as a Doctor,
Gone too soon. Our condolences to the family what a loss.

Ken and Siran Wassilian

June 25, 2022

RIP Dr. Strobis gone too soon, you will be greatly missed. Our condolences to your family.

Dr. Howard Sonderling

June 25, 2022

I am devastated over the loss of my dear friend and colleague Dr. John (Jack ) Strobis.
Jack was a kind, compassionate and superlative physician. His devotion to his patients and family was exemplary and beyond reproach. He would frequently call me and ask, "Howard, do you have a pencil? Take down this number." What would follow was a referral of one of his many adoring patients who I knew was well cared for, treated with compassion and the utmost respect.
Jack could be found every morning between 7 and 8 am on the 9th floor in "his corner". So many mornings, I would sneak up behind him, fix his collar, straighten his tie and give him a hug. This was always followed by his big smile.
My fondest memories will be the many hours Jack and I spent together on our oasis, the golf course. For hours, we would laugh, joke, and tweak our swings. We formed an eternal bond and friendship.
Jack, I love you and already miss you. Although I am heartbroken, be assured there will always be a place in my heart for you.

Byron and Carol Briggs

June 25, 2022

Our deepest sympathies go out to the Strobis family. We loved having Dr. Strobis as our family physician. He was one of the most gentle, warm, and kindest people we´ve ever had as a doctor. I first met him at Boca Regional hospital, only a few months after I began working there. He made such an impression on me that I called his office and practically begged them to take my husband and I as his patients. I was thrilled when he said yes! Over the past 14 years it was a pleasure getting to know him and he getting to know us. We will miss him very much but will always remember his shining light that touched our lives.

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Ellie and Marvin Basil

June 24, 2022

It is with a great deal of sadness that we are offering our condolences to the Strobis family and his staff.

We have been patients and friends of Dr Strobis for about 25 years. He was one of the most genuine and caring people we have had the privilege of knowing. We will really miss him

Ora Bennett

June 24, 2022

My deepest condolences to the family, he was a great Doctor he will be miss,

Diane Antolino

June 24, 2022

I am so saddened and shock to learn of Dr. Strobis passing. I have been a patient of his for 33 years. He was the most kindest and caring of doctors. I will miss him deeply.My sincere condolences to his family and staff

Barbara & Jack Solomon

June 24, 2022

We are deeply saddened and shocked to learn of the untimely passing of Dr John Strobis. Not only was he an excellent doctor, he was very knowledgeable, compassionate and always available when needed. He took a personal interest in us and always remembered to ask for an update on our children and grandchildren. We dearly loved him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and staff . He was an incredible person.
With Sincere and heartfelt condolences,
Barbara and Jack Solomon

Neil Miller & Patty Fels

June 24, 2022

A great doctor, friend, and a true gentleman. RIP Dr. Strobis.

Sharla Hearne

June 24, 2022

Dr Strobis will truly be missed he was my doctor and he found out that I had a weird disease and it´s always been there for me save my life was my dad my moms and my daughters doctor he was a remarkable man and he will truly be missed he will always be in my heart! Lots of love and prayers for his family and friends

Barbara Wolk

June 24, 2022

Hé was a very kind and compassionate soul never to be forgotten.

Russell Chisholm

June 24, 2022

Doc will always be in our prayers along with his family. He helped our family through some dark times and will never be forgotten.

The Russell Chisholm family

Eileen Alessi Peterson

June 24, 2022

I'm very sorry to hear about your loss. He will be sadly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Tiffany Williamson

June 24, 2022

As a new nurse back in 1997, Dr Strobis quickly become one of my favorite doctors. He was caring and attentive to all his patients and always respectful and patient with staff. He later became my doctor and remains a mentor for me over the years. He even encouraged me to go back to school as a nurse practitioner as a single mom. I am thankful for his years support, was truly a special man, I will miss him dearly. RIP Doc

Melanie Moskowitz

June 24, 2022

Dr Strobis was truly one of a kind.His kindness and compassion as a physician I can honestly say was beyond words ..He will be forever remembered in the community and by those who were lucky enough to have met him .My mom and I felt blessed that we were under his care .Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and his staff as they grieve this incredible man .our sincere condolences .May he test in peace .

Caren Jaeger

June 24, 2022

John,
How did you manage to make each patient feel as if they were your personal friend? How did you manage to find the time to visit us in the hospital once or twice every day? How did you remember all the personal details of our lives? You were a very special man on this earth and you will be remembered always.
You were the only Doctor Who told me the truth about my father´s illness. You were one of the very few people who had such a great interest in my parents art collection. I felt safe having you as my doctor and friend. You will be greatly missed.

Stephanie Esteban

June 24, 2022

Sending my deepest condolences to the family.

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Judith. Baratz

June 23, 2022

Dr Strobis will forever remain with me.
There are no words to describe the sadness that I feel. He was the kindest ,most compassionate physician. His patients always came first . He was my hero.
Sincerest sympathy to the entire family .You lost a beloved soul. Never to be replaced

Elia and Mike Jaroszyk

June 23, 2022

We are so saddened to hear the news of the passing of Dr. Strobis. He will be sorely missed, he was a very caring Doctor. One fond memory that I would like to share about Dr Strobis ,He always took the time to come to the phone when Mike would call him if he couldn´t come to the phone the minute Mike was calling he would always would call him back. Our condolences to his wife, his Children and the entire family. REST IN PEACE Dr. STROBIS

Victoria Ann Fields

June 23, 2022

Such sad news.. John will truly be missed . I have known him since 1986 as a friend then as my physician. He touched so many lives with his professionalism, calm demeanor and wit. My deepest condolences to his wife, children and family.

Nancy Gregory

June 23, 2022

My sincere condolences. Dr Strobis was an angel to so many. He will be sadly missed. May he Rest In Peace.

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