John Dobson, creator of "Dobsonian telescope", passes away

Post by **zong** » Thu Jan 16, 2014 7:25 am

From: http://www.sidewalkastronomers.us/

Wednesday, January 15, 2014 5:15 pm est
In Memoriam: John Dobson (1915 - 2014)

It is with heavy hearts that we must report the passing of John Dobson. He died peacefully this morning, Wednesday, January 15th, in Burbank, California. He was 98 years old. He leaves behind a son, numerous close friends, and fans and admirers worldwide.
On March 8th, in honor of John, this year's ISAN (International Sidewalk Astronomy Night) will be dedicated to his memory. Amateur astronomers around the globe can join in and celebrate John's life and continue to carry the torch that he lit back in 1968 when he co-founded the San Francisco Sidewalk Astronomers.

Mariner · Post by **Mariner** » Thu Jan 16, 2014 8:31 am

Another Great Astronomer goes on the epic journey. Rest in Peace.

antares2063 · Post by **antares2063** » Thu Jan 16, 2014 9:59 am

Ah...sad news, RIP

Gary · Post by **Gary** » Thu Jan 16, 2014 11:36 am

My astro hero, rest in peace.

Weather permitting, there will be sidewalk astronomy session tonight outside Toa Payoh Public Library. More details later in the Toa Payoh sidewalk thread.

Mariner · Post by **Mariner** » Thu Jan 16, 2014 2:22 pm

Gary wrote:My astro hero, rest in peace.

Weather permitting, there will be sidewalk astronomy session tonight outside Toa Payoh Public Library. More details later in the Toa Payoh sidewalk thread.

Keeping John's spirit alive. [smilie=good-job.gif]

Gary · Post by **Gary** » Thu Jan 16, 2014 2:26 pm

Thanks Mariner. Sidewalk tonight from 8pm outside Toa Payoh Public Library --> viewtopic.php?f=5&t=9605&p=85900#p85900

There are some pasam malam stores setup there selling Chinese New Year goodies in case anyone coming is interested to buy some.

Post by **Airconvent** » Fri Jan 17, 2014 12:42 am

His name will live on in the scopes that we used that are named after him. Rest in peace, John. You will be able to meet Patrick Moore again and enjoy the stars closer to heaven.

Post by **weixing** » Fri Jan 17, 2014 9:37 am

Hi,
Sad news... RIP.

wintertriangle22 · Post by **wintertriangle22** » Wed Jan 22, 2014 7:18 pm

I have a Dobsonian telescope , thanks to his invention ....RIP

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