Wednesday, August 1, 2007

Robert Henry Dobrinska


Robert Henry Dobrinska died May 24 at the Life Care Center in Boise due to complications of cancer and tuberculosis. Bob was born March 23, 1924, in Antigo, Wisconsin. After his high school graduation in 1941, he joined the Army Air Corps in 1942 where he attended Officers Training School. Stationed out of Pensacola, Fla., Bob flew many types of cargo aircraft, achieving rank of flight officer until being discharged in 1945. Because of his love of flying and traveling Bob chose to crop dust, a job that took him to Canada and parts of the West.

He arrived in Sun Valley in the early 50s and was hired as a bus boy in the Ram restaurant. This afforded him the opportunity to ski free due to his Sun Valley employment. Because of his love of skiing he eventually taught for the company in the late 50s through the 70s. During those years, he traveled extensively throughout Europe, and continued to crop dust in southern Idaho. Robert was famous for his awesome "taco parties" at his home in west Ketchum. He always kept the local ski instructor population, occasional new guest and friends, fed and entertained. If you were unable to locate Bob on the golf course, the next best bet was the tennis court, or possibly even Mexico! Ol' Robert was difficult to pin down; Here today gone tomorrow. His love of traveling in his "Tin Teepee" kept him on the move constantly between Idaho and Arizona. It was always difficult to keep up with his new friends and adventures. Whether it be Idaho, Arizona or as far away as Austria, Robert will be sorely missed by those to came to know and love him.

Bob is survived by three brothers, a sister, nieces and nephews in Wisconsin, and a sister in Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother.

If you knew Bob, we would love to have you join us for a celebration of his life starting at noon on Saturday. Aug. 11, at the Boundary Campground in Sun Valley. It is located 3.5 miles east on Trail Creek Road heading towards Trail Creek summit (past the Hemingway Memorial). If you believe you can make it, please call Gail at 788-5151.




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