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Kurt Cobbett
November 24, 1960 ~ December 26, 2015 (age 55) 55 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Eric Wolf
January 6, 2017 2:55 PM
Kurt was my cousin, we were 4 months apart, inseparable as young boys and remained very close through our teen years. Kurt was smart, funny, ballsy, and so much fun. So many memories spent with him and his family growing up. He is missed
A candle was lit by Sylvia Hush (Seigle)
on April 10, 2016 5:54 AM
Message from Jan and Frank Fell
March 14, 2016 6:57 AM
We were very saddened when we read Kurt's obituary yesterday in the Albuquerque paper. So young to be gone. When you boys were teenagers, we had many conversations with your mom about you guys. She loved your mischievousness and spunk. She was so proud of you both. Those were nice memories. We just wanted to say how sorry we are for this loss. You are in our thoughts.
Jan and Frank Fell
Jan and Frank Fell
A candle was lit by Michelle Toratani
on March 9, 2016 2:32 AM
Message from Teresa Quinn Callaghan
February 24, 2016 8:31 AM
Kurt and I were friends from Vassar College. He was sensitive, quirky, sarcastic and artistic . I loved to hear him play Jesu Joy of Man's Desire in his guitar. In my mind he is always walking around with a rugby shirt, shorts and his Tony Lama boots. He loved to tell stories about his high school swim team, his brother Kim and his parents. We traveled thru New England one spring with Andy Austin and visited Rochester NY, Palmyra, Boston , Manchester NH and Long Island NY. Saw him at a reunion more than a few years back and he loved being at Mondavi and introducing the French to cheese whiz. He was a philosophy major in college and in life. He will be missed!
A candle was lit by Kurt Wedel - friend from Vassar
on February 18, 2016 8:46 AM
A candle was lit by Cindy Robinson.
on February 1, 2016 3:48 AM
Message from Brenda Tognetti
January 29, 2016 11:10 AM
Kurt was a great teacher and friend.. Gone too soon Kurt. Peace be with you and those you called friend.
A candle was lit by Brenda Tonetti
on January 29, 2016 11:05 AM
A candle was lit by Katherine Nelson
on January 26, 2016 12:20 PM
A candle was lit by Inger Shiffler
on January 24, 2016 3:13 PM
A candle was lit by Sanda Manuila
on January 24, 2016 11:07 AM
Message from Katherine Nelson
January 24, 2016 8:57 AM
I worked at Mondavi in the 1990s and Kurt and I became friends. I felt as if I had known him forever, though he had that effect on people - he was so charming and fun! We got into some crazy scrapes together, but we always ended up laughing hysterically about them. He had a generous nature and was a true gentleman. He had a wonderful sense of humor and mischievous twinkle in his eye that was contagious. My heart goes out to his family, friends and loved ones. He will be missed.
A candle was lit by Jane Wallace
on January 23, 2016 9:10 PM
A candle was lit by Denise Thompson
on January 22, 2016 5:49 PM
Message from Gary and Susan Henderson
January 22, 2016 9:59 AM
The photo posted depicting Cobbett Lake is another indicator of how Kurt will always remain in our lives, It was named in honor of his grandfather. Susan and I smile and think of our great friend every time we see it, we'll miss you Kurt, love and peace to you always.
A candle was lit by Barb Crisman
on January 21, 2016 3:06 PM
Message from Jeri Van Dyke
January 20, 2016 10:43 AM
Kurt...what a presence. Contagious smile, inquisitive nature, helpful friend. After one of my New Year's Eve parties, he had left some things and came over the next day. Our kitten at the time, Lucy, had somehow gotten up into our tree and wouldn't come down. Kurt shimmied up and after some coaxing got her down. I remember my daughter being not only very happy but impressed with his tree climbing abilities.
On our "safari's" he could drive everybody nuts with all of his questions to the winemakers when most of us just wanted to get on the bus and head to the next place, or more importantly, the restaurant or bar. But he always wanted to learn more. We lost, but heaven gained, a good human being.
On our "safari's" he could drive everybody nuts with all of his questions to the winemakers when most of us just wanted to get on the bus and head to the next place, or more importantly, the restaurant or bar. But he always wanted to learn more. We lost, but heaven gained, a good human being.
A candle was lit by Jeri
on January 20, 2016 10:32 AM
Message from Mark L. Parsons
January 19, 2016 12:06 PM
As I recall Kurt, I think of my first summer at Robert Mondavi in 2003. I was the "southerner from Vermont" and Kurt was one of the first to greet me and give me "insight" into what being a Wine Educator was all about. I have a picture that was made in the Vineyard Room on the occasion of Mr. & Mrs. Mondavi's anniversary. I am playing the piano and singing to them. Kurt is leaning against the arch, closely watching. After that, he came to me and thanked me for the "gift of music". It wasn't long after that when I received an invitation to dinner. That evening stands out in my mind not so much for the food, which was delicious and plenteous, and not for the wine, which was flowing from incredible vintage bottles. Rather, it was for the way Kurt included us all, gathered us to his table and made each of us feel as though the dinner was being hosted in our honor. And so it was with Kurt, that enigmatic and charming smile, that welcome embrace, those eyes searching for more. I am blessed to have called him friend and to have sat at his table.
Message from Joyce Stavert
January 19, 2016 8:31 AM
Oh Kurt, you will be missed by so many. You were an excellent educator, knew so much about wine, and loved sharing it with our many visitors at Robert Mondavi. They loved you and we always had so many nice letters singing your praises. I also remember lots of great parties, New Year's Eve in particular. You always brought something very delicious to eat and one year, when the power was out at Jeri's, you ran all over town getting supplies so we could still cook and be warm. You were a kind soul and I am sorry to hear you have left us way too early. The Napa Valley will be forever grateful for what you contributed during your time here. Peace be with you.
A candle was lit by Nancy Booth
on January 18, 2016 11:23 AM
A candle was lit by Marlee Rodrigue
on January 18, 2016 12:01 AM
Message from Emily Richer
January 17, 2016 1:23 PM
Kurt was a neighbor for several years. It's hard to choose just one Kurt story... The most heartwarming is the night my tiny new kitten raced a good 15 feet straight up a huge tree before realizing she couldn't turn around. Hearing her cries from across the street comes Kurt to the rescue. He promptly takes charge, leaning a ladder against the trunk (mind you this is uneven ground on a very steep slope). He lines the wire basket of a fruit-picker on a 6-ft pole with soft fabric and proceeds up, no doubt to that step which reads Do Not Stand Here, to coax the scared kitten into the basket. Again, it was evening, so let's suffice it to say he was not entirely sober at the time. A miracle he came back down that ladder, and course with kitten safely tucked in.
You looked directly through Kurt's eyes to his heart, always open for all to see--to live that way was his gift.
You looked directly through Kurt's eyes to his heart, always open for all to see--to live that way was his gift.
A candle was lit by Angelica de Vere
on January 15, 2016 4:42 PM
A candle was lit by Hallie Romero
on January 12, 2016 2:42 PM
A candle was lit by Tiffany Thomas
on January 12, 2016 11:48 AM
A candle was lit by marvin martin
on January 10, 2016 8:54 PM
Message from marvin martin
January 10, 2016 8:49 PM
Always wanting to lean, he would often call me to advise him on olive oil experiments he was playing with.
A candle was lit by Pamela Lyon
on January 10, 2016 10:49 AM
A candle was lit by Robin Gerber
on January 10, 2016 8:56 AM
A candle was lit by Carol Christensen
on January 10, 2016 7:23 AM
A candle was lit by Ruben Morancy
on January 8, 2016 4:48 PM
A candle was lit by Virginia
on January 7, 2016 7:39 AM
A candle was lit by Julie Prince
on January 6, 2016 8:02 PM
A candle was lit by Mike Meneghelli
on January 6, 2016 5:41 PM
A candle was lit by Lenny Rice Moonsammy
on January 6, 2016 12:35 PM
A candle was lit by Connie (Thomas) Ophus
on January 6, 2016 12:24 PM
A candle was lit by Laureen Betts
on January 6, 2016 11:46 AM
A candle was lit by Susan French
on January 6, 2016 10:04 AM
Message from Susan French
January 6, 2016 10:03 AM
I have such wonderful memories of Kurt. Many years ago, when my daughters were young and Erika was in Girl Scouts and Juliana was in Brownies, we needed two dads for the Father-Daughter Dance. Kurt was their second dad for the night. For years, I loved seeing him at Robert Mondavi Winery, back when we were all like a big family there. He was always one of my favorite people and so easy to talk to, always with a twinkle in his eye, just like this photo. Such a sad, sad day. Please reach out to someone you dearly care about because, as a sage says, "We have so little time to gladden the hearts of others."
A candle was lit by Barbara Galante
on January 6, 2016 10:01 AM
Message from Cindy Deutsch
January 6, 2016 8:03 AM
Was so sad to hear Kurt had passed. A really nice guy. Enjoyed knowing him at Robert Mondavi.
Message from Connie Ophus
January 5, 2016 4:20 PM
My Dear Friend,
You are one of those people who I always carry in my heart. Although our relationship was never romantic, there was always a loving friendship that time or space could not blemish.
I will always cherish the ups and downs we shared. The marvelous trip to Colorado to return the car to the girls who broke down in Napa and the dangerous hike you took me on, near your families cabin. Oh my gosh ! the memories are like watching a situation comedy. You almost killed me on that adventurous hike !!!
How can any of us girls forget your extreme teasing, hiding keys, poking that obnoxious finger and the frustration of your lack of time management ! but what I wouldn't give to have one more opportunity to express tremendous anger and frustration towards you. As mad as you would make me it was part of your charm and I will cherish that part of you always
The hours we spent lending a shoulder for a broken heart, mostly mine but not exclusively. The dinners you made me to make me feel better, the dinners you took me to and the holiday dinners you cooked at my house ! You were a talented chef and an award winning mess maker ! I miss those days when I never knew when I would come home and find you on my couch, for years you were such a big part of my life. I called you best friend, you were the one that held me crying when I had to leave Mondavi and you were the one that drove me when I needed you to and you were the one who escorted me so many places..
Over the past several years I have been comforted knowing that you were still around I mostly heard from others but once in awhile we would have those moments like the last one when out of the blue you were standing in the isle at Trader Joe's starting at me until I noticed you.
You my friend have left your earthly body and it's confining walls. I look forward to seeing you again where there is no more suffering or pain and once again we will pick up right where we left off.
You are one of those people who I always carry in my heart. Although our relationship was never romantic, there was always a loving friendship that time or space could not blemish.
I will always cherish the ups and downs we shared. The marvelous trip to Colorado to return the car to the girls who broke down in Napa and the dangerous hike you took me on, near your families cabin. Oh my gosh ! the memories are like watching a situation comedy. You almost killed me on that adventurous hike !!!
How can any of us girls forget your extreme teasing, hiding keys, poking that obnoxious finger and the frustration of your lack of time management ! but what I wouldn't give to have one more opportunity to express tremendous anger and frustration towards you. As mad as you would make me it was part of your charm and I will cherish that part of you always
The hours we spent lending a shoulder for a broken heart, mostly mine but not exclusively. The dinners you made me to make me feel better, the dinners you took me to and the holiday dinners you cooked at my house ! You were a talented chef and an award winning mess maker ! I miss those days when I never knew when I would come home and find you on my couch, for years you were such a big part of my life. I called you best friend, you were the one that held me crying when I had to leave Mondavi and you were the one that drove me when I needed you to and you were the one who escorted me so many places..
Over the past several years I have been comforted knowing that you were still around I mostly heard from others but once in awhile we would have those moments like the last one when out of the blue you were standing in the isle at Trader Joe's starting at me until I noticed you.
You my friend have left your earthly body and it's confining walls. I look forward to seeing you again where there is no more suffering or pain and once again we will pick up right where we left off.
Message from Kristie
June 29, 2016 7:37 AM
I am so sorry for your lose. You two seemed very close. I am from Pennsylvania and recently found a beautiful painting in a thrift store. I have been trying to find out more about it's history. It was painted by Marian Cobbett and the frame says New Mexico. I was trying to track someone down that knew the family. Was his mother an artist? The artist I am searching for specialized in Indian dances, however, this painting seems very old and is of a landscape with a small waterfall and a big mountain in the background. If anyone knew Marian and could fill me in on a little about her, I would appreciate it. Again, sorry for your lose, he looks like a really fun guy.
Message from Kristie
January 6, 2017 2:58 PM
Hi Kristie,
Marian was indeed Kurt's mother and a very fine artist, she painted a lot of indians, landscapes, portraits, etc. She lived in Albuquerque NM all her life. She was a great lady and like a mother to me growing up. She died of lung cancer in the mid nineties. My sister has some of her artwork.
Marian was indeed Kurt's mother and a very fine artist, she painted a lot of indians, landscapes, portraits, etc. She lived in Albuquerque NM all her life. She was a great lady and like a mother to me growing up. She died of lung cancer in the mid nineties. My sister has some of her artwork.
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