Arnold Dobbins, 85, died at home on October 12, 2018. He is survived by his devoted wife of 61 years, Jean Dobbins, and his loving family, Christopher Dobbins, Jennifer Dobbins and her partner Michael Morreale, and Emily and Daniel Smith.
For 35 years Arnold worked in advertising as a senior proofreader, but his true life was spent creatively. His handiwork beautified his surroundings; his culinary passion nourished his family. His love of opera brought him to the Amato Opera Company in 1952 where he first met his future wife, Jean. They attended many Metropolitan Opera performances over the years, and throughout his illness, Arnold continued to enjoy his extensive collection of opera DVDs.
Following a private cremation, friends are invited to visit the family at the Casey Funeral Home on Tuesday October 16, 2018 from 4 to 8 pm.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in memory of Arnold Dobbins to the SIUH Physician Home Visit Program (support.northwell.edu/donate-to-northwell-health).
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