Obituary: Frederick Tobman

Frederick Tobman, at 89

Frederick “Fred” Tobman, of Hull, born on March 4, 1936, passed away suddenly on December 6, 2025, surrounded by the people he loved so dearly. Fred lived a full and vibrant life, one defined by joy, generosity, sharp wit, and an unwavering devotion to family and friends.

In his younger years, Fred loved playing handball and riding his motorcycle, pursuits that reflected the energy and curiosity he carried throughout his life. He cherished traveling with family and especially enjoyed cruising, whether aboard grand ocean liners or peaceful riverboats. Fred also took great pleasure in life’s simple comforts: classic cowboy movies, scenic rides on his motorcycle, a well-earned Scotch, and cheering on the New England Patriots as a longtime and loyal season ticket holder.

Fred found his greatest happiness in the life he built with his beloved wife, Nancy (Brennan) Tobman. Together, they shared countless vacations, dinners, and memories big and small that brought Fred endless joy. He was deeply proud of mentoring Nancy in her career as an insurance broker, celebrating her accomplishments as shared achievements. One of his most treasured joys was the home they created together in Hull, a place filled with warmth, laughter, and a lifetime of love.

Fred was a devoted father of his two children, Jodi Tobman of Aruba and Alan Tobman of New York, whom he loved with his whole heart. Beloved brother of Harry Tobman and his wife, Judy, of Quincy. Family was the core of his world, and Fred delighted in the lives and successes of his many nieces and nephews. To them, he was a steady source of honesty, humor, wisdom, and unconditional support.

A man with a generous and compassionate spirit, Fred was also a dedicated supporter of the cancer center at South Shore Hospital. Having lost many loved ones to cancer, he honored their memory through ongoing contributions and generous gift-matching, helping provide comfort and care to families facing difficult journeys.

Fred will be remembered as fortunate, generous, wise, sincere, influential, and delightfully straightforward. He lived his values openly and proudly, often joking (always with a smile) about how grateful he was to have reached 89 years old with his own teeth and hair.

His presence, humor, strength, and steady kindness will be deeply missed by all who were lucky enough to know him.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to celebrate Fred on Thursday, December 11, at 11 a.m. in Temple Beth Sholom, 600 Nantasket Ave. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Frederick may be made to ’donation of chai” to Temple Beth Sholom. Visit www.keohane.com for online condolences.