tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post8711547253364060337..comments2008-11-23T15:08:15.972-08:00Comments on In Memory of Les Schobert: IN MEMORY OF LES SCHOBERT 1946-2008In Defense of Animalshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10664491895811235324noreply@blogger.comBlogger41125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-25826406483385522182008-11-23T15:08:00.000-08:002008-11-23T15:08:00.000-08:00A true hero who gave a voice to our captive elepha...A true hero who gave a voice to our captive elephants. You will be greatly missed, Les. <BR/>Sincerely,<BR/>SandraAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-45078639788465045232008-11-23T09:02:00.000-08:002008-11-23T09:02:00.000-08:00To the friends and family of Les: There are no wor...To the friends and family of Les: There are no words to ease the pain and sadness of losing such a wonderful, caring and compassionate man. His smile and booming personalty will truly be missed. I only had the pleasure of his aquaintance for a couple of years, but it will be a time sincerely remembered. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and love of elephants. RIP, my friend. May God's Angels hold you close. <BR/><BR/>When you miss me just look up to the night sky and remember; I am like a star, sometimes you can't see me, but I am always there. <BR/><BR/>Originally posted on Desert Sun obituary page, October 21, 2008Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-56968197773552054352008-11-23T09:01:00.000-08:002008-11-23T09:01:00.000-08:00Dear Gretchen and Family,We are so sorry for the d...Dear Gretchen and Family,<BR/><BR/>We are so sorry for the death of our beloved friend, Les. We will miss him and we hope you will have enough great memories to keep him alive in your heart. I know we will!! <BR/><BR/>Love,<BR/><BR/>Barbara and Bruce <BR/><BR/>Originally posted on Desert Sun obituary page, October 21, 2008Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-54376653248517006412008-11-23T09:00:00.000-08:002008-11-23T09:00:00.000-08:00Les was one-of-a-kind and a national treasure. To ...Les was one-of-a-kind and a national treasure. To paraphrase Emma Goldman, I will mourn his death, celebrate his life and fight like hell for elephants and all animals. <BR/><BR/>Originally posted on Desert Sun obituary page, October 21, 2008Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-24676596981047342962008-11-23T08:59:00.000-08:002008-11-23T08:59:00.000-08:00To the family of Les, he will be truly missed in t...To the family of Les, he will be truly missed in the animal rights community. Articulate and caring, he was truly an asset to the struggle for elephant welfare and animal welfare in general. Vaya con Dios, Les. We're really gonna miss you! <BR/><BR/>Originally posted on Desert Sun obituary page, October 21, 2008Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-52993746177269703272008-11-23T08:57:00.000-08:002008-11-23T08:57:00.000-08:00As a supporter of The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennes...As a supporter of The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee, I have come to know of Les Schobert's care and concern for elephants through his articles. I am saddened by his loss as I am sure his friends and colleagues are. The elephants have surely lost one of their finest friends and voices. <BR/><BR/>Originally posted on Desert Sun obituary page, October 21, 2008Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-50418876979155380712008-11-23T08:56:00.000-08:002008-11-23T08:56:00.000-08:00My heart goes out to the family and friends of Mr....My heart goes out to the family and friends of Mr. Schobert. A heart of gold stopped beating, but his legacy lives on ....we will continue what he started....and, just like the mighty Elephant, we will never forget.... <BR/><BR/>Originally posted on Desert Sun obituary page, October 21, 2008Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-74783274273964106172008-11-23T08:54:00.000-08:002008-11-23T08:54:00.000-08:00Gretchen -I am so so sorry for your loss. There re...Gretchen -<BR/>I am so so sorry for your loss. There really are no words , I can only imagine the pain you must feel. May you find comfort in knowing he is pain free and smiling down from above. He will always be with you . God bless.......<BR/><BR/>Originally posted on Desert Sun obituary page on October 21, 2008Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-45361354902617737072008-11-23T08:52:00.000-08:002008-11-23T08:52:00.000-08:00I had the pleasure of working with Les when he was...I had the pleasure of working with Les when he was general curator of the NC Zoo. I didn't work in the Animal Division, instead in marketing and planned many conventions that focused upon particular species. I thoroughly enjoyed that working relationship. He had a wonderful sense of humor, some moments of which I have shared with others throughout the years. As an onlooker, I never saw him ask more of this employees that what he would do. I respected him. He certainly made a positive impact upon everyone he met. My sincere condolences go to Gretchen and his family. <BR/><BR/>Originally posted on Desert Sun obituary page, October 21, 2008Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-15775504542981932008-11-23T08:51:00.000-08:002008-11-23T08:51:00.000-08:00May the peace which comes from the memories of lov...May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. Les will be missed!<BR/><BR/>Originally posted on Desert Sun obituary page, October 21, 2008Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-20556259802786540822008-11-23T08:50:00.000-08:002008-11-23T08:50:00.000-08:00best uncle ever. Originally published on Desert Su...best uncle ever. <BR/><BR/>Originally published on Desert Sun obituary page, October 21, 2008Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-1756963642089748412008-11-23T08:48:00.000-08:002008-11-23T08:48:00.000-08:00Gretchen:Les was more than just a wonderful person...Gretchen:<BR/>Les was more than just a wonderful person, he was kind and an Angel.<BR/>We all at Grainger will miss his jokes and laughs.<BR/>Dina and Mike <BR/><BR/>Originally posted on the Desert Sun obituary page, October 22, 2008Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-55609086858003062932008-11-23T08:45:00.000-08:002008-11-23T08:45:00.000-08:00To Les' family - I learned of Les' passing by a ne...To Les' family - I learned of Les' passing by a news clip in The Elephant Sanctuary's website. Les was a great advocate for elephants, indeed, all captive animals, and I'm sure that when he worked in the zoo he was compassionate with the animals he cared for. He learned by being in the zoo industry that zoos are no place for animals, especially elephants who suffer the most of any zoo animal. The animal welfare community has lost a great spokesman! My prayers go out to all of you and I hope you will continue his work in animal welfare. <BR/><BR/>Originally posted on Desert Sun obituary page, October 22, 2008Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-16937908539611601622008-11-23T08:44:00.000-08:002008-11-23T08:44:00.000-08:00To all of Les's family and friends.I only met Les ...To all of Les's family and friends.<BR/>I only met Les once in Tennessee but he made such an impact on me, that he is one person I'll never forget. To me, he had the soul and compassion of an elephant and deep understanding of all captive animals. He truly influenced change in some of my views for the better and made me, I feel, a much better whole person. He will be missed.<BR/>Namaste, dear Les. <BR/><BR/>Originally posted on Desert Sun website, October 22, 2008Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-59865815146971244392008-11-23T08:42:00.000-08:002008-11-23T08:42:00.000-08:00Les always came to visit us @ Grainger with a smil...Les always came to visit us @ Grainger with a smile. I admired, respected, and envied the road well travelled by a great human being.<BR/>Love,<BR/><BR/>Originally posted on Desert Sun obituary page October 22, 2008Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-40955075100726027522008-11-23T08:40:00.000-08:002008-11-23T08:40:00.000-08:00Les was a man of great character, willing to speak...Les was a man of great character, willing to speak out for those less fortunate. He was not extreme in his opinions, striving to reach a fair and humane compromise for all captive animals. He has made his mark and will be missed. <BR/><BR/>Originally posted on Desert Sun obituary page, October 22, 2008sAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-62310863139616852082008-11-23T08:39:00.000-08:002008-11-23T08:39:00.000-08:00Les, I miss you beyond belief. I can't believe I c...Les, I miss you beyond belief. I can't believe I can't just pick up the phone and hear your booming voice. I can't believe I won't ever hear you joke with me again and tell me to be good. You were a hero to so many of us. You are alive in my heart forever. <BR/><BR/>Originally posted on Desert Sun obituary page, October 22,2008Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-35888924954756208502008-11-23T08:38:00.000-08:002008-11-23T08:38:00.000-08:00Dear Gretchen, The loss of someone so close to us ...Dear Gretchen, <BR/>The loss of someone so close to us is difficult, we share in your grief. Take comfort in knowing he is in a better place. Like the owl in the night, he is watching over you. Les will live on in our hearts and in our prayers.<BR/>Love, <BR/><BR/>Originally posted on Desert Sun obituary page, October 22,2008Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-75417822802838697272008-11-23T08:37:00.000-08:002008-11-23T08:37:00.000-08:00Gretchen, I am so sorry for your loss, Both Les an...Gretchen, I am so sorry for your loss, Both Les and yourself mean so much to me and my family. My children we all deeply moved when I told them the news. You made a great impact on our life and have been great friends. The world lost a good person who only tried to make it better. We love you <BR/><BR/>Originally posted on Desert Sun obituary page, October 23,2008Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-5261010990738460742008-11-23T08:35:00.000-08:002008-11-23T08:35:00.000-08:00Dear Gretchen,What a great loss, Les was a unique ...Dear Gretchen,<BR/><BR/>What a great loss, Les was a unique and speacial human being, someone you don't find everyday. He will be missed, his laugh, his jokes and most importantly, the kind heart and wisdom he shared with all.<BR/><BR/>Like someone else said, he is the owl in the night, the star in the sky and is with us always.<BR/>It was a honor to have known someone with such style, character and charisma. Please know that you are not alone, your Grainger family awaits your return. <BR/><BR/>Originally posted on Desert Sun obituary page, October 23,2008Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-45701076385720351682008-11-23T08:32:00.000-08:002008-11-23T08:32:00.000-08:00Schobert Family,Our thoughts and prayers are with ...Schobert Family,<BR/><BR/>Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. He will be missed! <BR/><BR/>Originally posted on Desert Sun obituary page, October 24, 2008Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-30564298722250197872008-11-23T08:31:00.000-08:002008-11-23T08:31:00.000-08:00Gretchen, You don't know me, nor did Les. I am a c...Gretchen, You don't know me, nor did Les. I am a co-worker of Les' brother Neal. It was through Neal(also an e-mail buddy) that I learned about Les and his many endeavors and followed them closely! I also discovered that I went to high school and USF with Les. You are in my prayers and thoughts at this time. Les left a good mark on this earth! <BR/><BR/>Originally posted on Desert Sun obituary page, October 24, 2008Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-67617277357949103772008-11-23T08:29:00.000-08:002008-11-23T08:29:00.000-08:00Just saw on the Memorial to Les on the internet. H...Just saw on the Memorial to Les on the internet. He was a very special man and and I was privileged to have worked for him.<BR/>My prayers are with him and his family at this time,<BR/>Arlene. retired Elephant and Animal Keeper LA Zoo <BR/> Arlene Lettau (Las Vegas, NV) <BR/> <BR/>Originally posted on Desert Sun obituary page, October 30,3008Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-68288457701189948292008-11-23T08:27:00.000-08:002008-11-23T08:27:00.000-08:00--------------------------------------------------...--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<BR/> October 30, 2008 <BR/><BR/> To the Schobert family: We send our deepest condolences on Les' passing. Les and I became colleagues at the NC ZOO in the summer of 1978 and worked closely on the development and expansion of the Zoo for the next 14 years when Les left for L.A. Much of what exists at the Zoo today is a legacy to him. We've stayed in touch since and Les was always working on an animal rescue project.<BR/><BR/>He cared greatly for all wildlife and for improving the commitment of zoos to their proper care, for which he did not always endear himself to all AZA colleagues, to his immense credit.<BR/><BR/>We were close personal and professional friends and we miss him.<BR/><BR/>Robert & Ann Fry (Director, N.C. Zoo 1978-1993 <BR/><BR/>Originally published on Desert Sun obituary page, October 30, 2008 byAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2230187379645012883.post-16862963208880871352008-11-23T08:24:00.000-08:002008-11-23T08:24:00.000-08:00I worked under Les as the elephant section supervi...I worked under Les as the elephant section supervisor at the NC Zoo. Les could be a challenge to work for, but I always knew where he stood, along with enjoying his good sense of humor. <BR/>Over the years we lost touch, and then reunited, having the pleasure to assist Les any way I could with his mission to improve the lives of captive elephants. Les will long be remembered as a pioneer by helping to change, for the better, the way elephants are kept in captivity now, and in the future.<BR/>I miss him and our phone conversations, just talking about old times. My heart goes out to Gretchen and his family. <BR/><BR/>Originally posted by John Freeze on Desert Sun obituary page, November 21, 2008Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com