Memories of Michael Edward Giobbe

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Michael Edward Giobbe

Boca Grande, FL, USA

April 13, 1941 - March 6, 2021

Apr 13, 1941 - Mar 6, 2021

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Adam Glinsman

I was so sad to read this.

I worked for Mike as part of the CJ Lawrence UK office in the early 1990’s. He was so vital, intellectually curious, irreverent and funny, and he *loved* the stock market. A wonderful, warm guy who adored teaching his young troops about the art of investing.

Last time I saw him was in London as a guest at my wedding in 1995, after I had moved on from CJL. (I’m looking at the vase he bought us as I type.)

Loved the guy. A true mentor.

With condolences, love and best wishes.

Adam Glinsman (Cambridge, U.K.)

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Carolynl Gumula

How this world will miss Mike Giobbe! His generous spirit and heart were as big as his laugh and those kind eyes. His life stories were better than anything on cable . His demeanor was a lovely combination of good-natured guy next door and intensely interesting professor. His love for his family and loved one was constant and deep. He so loved time with them and shared such special connections with his grandchildren.
I feel so very privileged to have known Mike Giobbe; to laugh and chat with him on a daily (seasonal) basis on his regular visits to the fitness room; to watch him and his award winning dogs zip around on the golf cart; and to see him biking every day, even when it was crazy hot. Mike always joked how much fun it would be to fill the water cooler in the Fitness Center with vodka. I truly almost wished we had.
Dear Mr Mike Giobbe, thank you for letting me be a very, very tiny part in your very big life. I will always treasure it. Sending all my love and sympathy to all. Carolyn Gumula.

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Jim and Lynda Grant

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The Skirt FMM

When he shall die,
Take him and cut him out in little stars,
And he will make the face of heaven so fine
That all the world will be in love with night
And pay no worship to the garish sun.

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Carolynl Gumula

Amy (Devlin) Wiginton

So very sorry to hear of Michael’s passing. We are sure your hearts are broken and we will keep your family in our prayers❤️ So sorry for your loss. I know how much Michael adored his kids and I’m sure his Grandkids too❤️❤️Sending love and prayers.

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Michael and Trisha Margarone

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Michael and Trisha Margarone

We have so many fond memories from Summers spent at the cottage with Uncle Michael and his canine companions Cooper, Hudson and Kip. We will always remember him in our hearts. We send our sympathy to the family; Andrew, Kirstin, Carol, Edward and Lane. We wish we could attend in person; but, we will be there virtually. You all and your families are in our thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Michael, Trisha, Austin and Amanda Margarone

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Carolynl Gumula

Michael Giobbe

In my world, Michael Giobbe was larger than life. And I am not so much referring to the XXL, muscle-bound hunk who frequented the gym, & enjoyed chopping wood, & taking a sledge hammer to rocks. (As my father once said ," Don't make me defend your honor against THAT one.") But, what was largest about Mike, was his intellectual curiosity and his generosity. He was extremely well-read in economics and geopolitics. Economics was Mike's 1st language (a walking/talking/living/breathing Samuelson textbook.) On airplane trips, while all around us were reading the latest novel, Mike, quite merrily, was read the notes from the Federal Reserve. What passed for pillow talk in our house, included the VIX/volatility, animal spirits, Brent crude, & PE multiples! And, (sorry Mom,) but I found it enormously sexy! To my mind, he was always the most interesting man in the room.
Mike's generosity was legendary. He was inspired by the children of San Miguel Academy, and by the succes of all those he took under his wing (his children, grandchildren, younger investor proteges, and military buddies ...loved you guys!) Many have expressed that Mike was the 1st to include and connect them to the BG community. His were the broad shoulders on whom so many leaned. He was "Papa" to so many. I was not the 1st to call him my Silverback.
From birth to death, Mike was determined to live life on his own terms. He loved Sinatra and did it his/ "My Way." He named his boyhood sailboat "High Hopes," and he had them & lived them. I loved to dance with Mike. I would break a shoulder if I did not follow his lead...Just had to stay on my feet and enjoy the wild, carnival ride..."Great Balls of Fire."
He was a canine connoisseur, & introduced me to 2 of the greatest loves of my life...Hudson & Kipp. I hope that Cooper and Hudson rush to greet you when they catch a familiar sniff on the wind (and familiar figure in the distance,) at the foot of "Rainbow Bridge." And, in the manner of Golden Retrievers, as they so often did, look back with a glance that said, "Aren't you coming?"
Many of Mike's friends have said, "We lost a great one." I want all of Mike's family and friends to know how much he LOVED you! How thrilled he was to exchange ideas with you, and cook for, and share meals with you. I am so grateful for all of the people and good that Mike brought into my life. Mike, you will be so massively missed. We hold you in our hearts, & we are determined to carry forward your powerful presence and hopeful spirit. We will strive to pay it forward. God speed Gruffalo. So long Silverback. Go with God and rest in peace. Love, Laine

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Wilber A. "Sandy" Bliss III

We were both Institutional Salesman at Cyrus J. Lawrence

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In response to "How did you first meet Michael?"

Wilber A. "Sandy" Bliss III

My deepest sympathy. May he Requiescat in pace.
Many fond memories of times with Mike as co-workers at Cyrus J. Lawrence.

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Mary Ann Carroll Gisondi

So sorry to hear the news of Michael’s passing and my deepest condolences to the Giobbe family. I will always have such treasured memories of living nextdoor to Michael and all the fun we had as children in Torrington, CT many years ago

Mary Ann Carroll Gisondi

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