"Simply put, I was making an appointment for my mother and saw his obituary. I made the mistake of reading it and looking at his picture again and again. Simply put, having known this man and his family for almost 40 years, breaking bread and sharing laughs, I now have a hole in my soul that will never be filled."
In loving memory of
Vincent George Lubsey, Sr. "Vin"
It is with profound regret that we announce the death of Vincent George Lubsey, MD, who died October 4, 2014 while on vacation in Costa Rica. Vin, as he was known by family and friends, was the son of Franklyn Lubsey, Sr. and Icilda Lubsey (nee Dunbar). He entered the world in Content, Manchester (Jamaica, West Indies) on July 11, 1943, to be greeted by his eldest brother Carl. He in turn was able to greet his other siblings Johnny, Norma, Margaret and Franklyn Jr.
Franklyn Lubsey, Sr. was in the employ of the Jamaica Railway Corporation and due to the nature of his work, the family moved frequently throughout the island. Vin excelled athletically, specifically in Track and Football (Soccer) resulting in a lively youth while attending schools such as Saint Jago High School, Titchfield High School and, ultimately, Kingston College. Under the guidance of his mother and aunt, Mabel Lubsey Brown, he was expected to excel academically. It was with their urging, and quite possibly coercion, that he traveled to the United States to complete his education.
Vin completed his undergraduate studies at Howard University and went on to earn his medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine. While in Washington, DC, he surrounded himself with a small contingent of fellow Jamaicans, who like him, became successful in their areas of specialty. This group comprise some of his closest friends, who are more like family and who were present at his marriage to Bonnie Lubsey (nee Gray). This new Lubsey family expanded with the births of Vincent, Jr., Andrew and Erika.
After completing his medical training, the family relocated to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where Vin began an independent Family Medicine practice. This endeavor has grown into the Lubsey Medical Center, as we now know it. During the near forty years since he began practice, Vin has gone through many significant events regarding his family, health and practice. The latter part of those years were spent with his now ex-wife Deborah and stepsons, Kristopher and Kyle.
Throughout his 71 years, he touched the lives of so many--family, friends, patients, and more often than not, strangers who never had the opportunity to know him.
It is most certainly sad to have lost him so unexpectedly, but we look forward to celebrating him and his legacy. The family would like to offer friends and family the opportunity to pay their respects. We will have an extended visitation at the Krause Funeral Home located on 9000 West Capitol Drive on October 23, 2014, between the hours of 10:00 AM and 8:00 PM. We would like to reserve the hours of 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM for those individuals who are elderly, in nursing homes or those who may require more assistance. The remaining hours will be for anyone desiring to see him one last time.
Memorial services will be held at Krause Funeral Home, 21600 West Capitol Drive in Brookfield on Friday, October 24, 2014, at 11:00 AM, with a short viewing from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
A contribution may be made, in lieu of flowers, to his high school alma maters.
http://www.titchfieldhigh.com/
Click "donate" button. Lower left corner of web page.
Checks payable to: Titchfield Alumni Association
http://kingstoncollege.org/
Click "donate to KC" button. Top right corner of web page.
Checks payable to: Kingston College Old Boys Assn. (KCOBA)
Tributes
"I knew Dr. Vincent Lubsey sense 1980 my first Dr as an adult for many years a warm heart felt dr. I will miss him dearly "
"Dr. Lubsey was my doctor after my son was born in 1980. He came to a my brothers house to meet with a small group of new parents, my brother included me. That's when he became my doctor especially for my son. I really loved him as a doc. Since all of you became his patients, it was hard to get in to see him without waiting all day. He would see everyone and I mean everyone. I just learned today of his passing. I will miss him and that beautiful smile. My sympathies to all of his family. "
"Dr. Lubsey was my doctor for over two decades.. what a great personality! he was full of life! it will not be the same going to my doctor visits.. his presence will be missed dearly..."
"Dr. Lubsey was our family doctor for over 40 years.... He was an amazing person/doctor.... I send my prayers to the family. May he rest in peace."
"Uncle Vin was one of my favorite people. He will hold a special piece of my heart I will remember all of long talks we had and the funny jokes you would tell us. There is a shiny star up in the sky that I know is you looking down on us. I love you and miss you and very glad I got to have you in my life "
"Vin, you were a special person and a great uncle to my son and his family. You will always be remembered with love."
"I'm so proud of my nephew Dr. Vincent George Lubsey I love you & miss you DEARLY. Reading all these great tributes to you written by especially patients & friends makes me proud to know you were my family. Your brother & my oldest nephew Carl said it best "the good lord needed a DR & he took the best" Love always, Aunt Pearl & family."
"I am so sorry to learn of the passing of Vin Lubsey. I remember Vin from the Railway Station in Port Antonio. Vin and Carl were very good friends of my Brother, Pat Chin. My heartfelt Condolences to his family, especially his sisters with whom I have lost contact over these many, many years. Many Blessings and God's grace to you all!"
"As noted by all whom already commented are my same sentiments. A healthcare Physician who share my whole life, From delivering me and my first born. And to have missed his home going has crushed my spirit, but to have met and shared in one of the most important aspects of my life, I am truly grateful to have experience the relationship of a God sent Doctor. Rest In Paradise."
"I'm in absolute shock, I don't know how I'll ever be able to trust a doctor like I trusted him. Dr. Lubsey was my friend, he gave me his cell number so that I could contact him when ever. I never really trusted any of the other doctors opinions. He made me laugh when I wanted to cry and told me I was stubborn and didn't follow any of his instructions, but I did, little did he know. I'm gonna miss you so very much. Praying for your family. I can't imagine how they feel. I thought you be around forever. I was saddened when he told me he was retiring, but felt good about his daughter being around. He told me she'll take care of you, don't worry. I guess he'll be smiling down on me when I walk in to see her. My heart is broken. The greatest doctor ever."
"Just found out about Dr. Lubsey,he is the best doctor I ever knew. He was excellent,caring and loved what he did. Dr. Lubsey, was more about the patient than the money.Doctor's like that are not easy to come by. May God bless the family and console your hearts at this their time of sorrow. He was my and my children's doc for over 20, years. "
"The last time I saw Vin was some years ago when he came to California and I invited him to my place and I cooked ackee and saltfish and talked and laughed about both our past years.We spoke about the years when I visited his Aunt in May Pen where she owned and operated a pharmacy.She was the one that shaped Vin to his educational endeavours.When I received the news about Vin I was in total shock,I texted two of his close friends Noel Tait and Tony Keyes,all three attended Howard U,and they both were floored by the news.Vin was a funny guy and never saw him upset,always saw him with a smile.Anytime I had medical problem I would call him and he always had time to listen.Vin never had to brag to anyone as to who he was and what he did as a professional.We will surely miss you,rest in peace.Dennis Anderson "
"Dr. Lubsey,
Thank you for your kind and encouraging words in my time of need. You helped me so much throughout the years. You were the one of the best neighbors, and my family and I are grateful to of created a friendship with you and your family!
Rest in Peace! "
"Vin ,
Lost for words . --- that does not happen often with me .
You will always be remembered .
Rest in Peace "
"Dr. Lubsey was the most incredible Dr. I have ever known!!! He was patient and knew his craft extremely well. I am at a loss of words......."
"Good Bye to the man I always described as "Jamaican Santa Claus"- he made you love him even when you were on the naughty list. You will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. "
"Dr. Lubsey was "MY" doctor for many, many years. Each time I saw him, I always felt as if I was his only patient. We would talk, laugh, and I could always ask him any question. He always replied with respect and grace. He will be sorely missed by many. But, my memories of his smiling face, his gentle demeanor, and warm personality will forever live on."
"Dr. Vincent G. Lubsey was and is one of the most amazing men that I have ever met. I have been an employee of his for three years and since the day I started I felt more like his daughter/ granddaughter then his employee. I considered him another grandpa and he was someone I could talk to and ask for advice because he had so much wisdom. I have never met a man who has played such a large and inspiring role in so many peoples lives. I see how much he has given back to this community and I can only hope that I am able to give back as much as he did. My life is better since meeting him and it will never be the same without him here. I love you Dr. Lubsey and may you rest in peace. "
"Dr. Vincent Lubsey - Truly a phenomenal doctor. He shared in my health care for 20+ years. Being most personal, professional and outright understanding, and to the point on every visit that I ever had with him. Dr. Lubsey never rushed his time with me or any of his patients. I entrusted him with my life and to this point he has been a beacon in sustaining this life that I have. Dr. Lubsey, you are and forever will be cherished in my life and missed ever so greatly. God Bless your Family, Friends and Successors.
Loving Memories,
Your Patient - Leeschell J(Trouble)
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"There is so much words can't express he was there for me thru three births and when you needed him anytime of day or Nite,he was there even while I was in ICU will be greatly missed.God Bless Your Union"
"Dr. George Lubsey, always a caring mo all his patients.. He made jokes but was very serious with cares towards his patients.The family has our prayers."
"After leaving high school in May Pen with nothing much to do Vin got hold of approximately 15 of us 18 year olds and formed what turned out to be the #1 soccer team out of clarendon in the 60's he often provided soccer balls and gears from his measly salary from the Clarendon parish council he guided us to be successful men to thi day we all say thanks Vin you were a counselor and a friend may your soul rest in peace .YOUTHS UNITED of the sixties"
"Dr. Lubsey has been my physician for over 20 years he was more than just my Dr. he was also my friend. I will truly miss him. I had been informed that I needed knee replacement surgery and Dr Lubsey told me to get them both done at the same time as he put it one surgery,one recovery he even called his sister and had me to talk with her because she also had both knees done as he put it "Im not telling you to do something that I wouldnt tell my own family members to do. I feel as though Ive lost one of my family . "
"I remember as his patient his concern for my high cholesterol. Over a three year period it kept going up. Finally he looked at me at a test results meeting and said "John you can eat to live, or you can eat to die". These words and the sincerity that he spoke them with is one of the reasons I am here today, I started eating to live."
"I met Dr. Lubsey over 20 years ago when I started working at the Lubsey Medical Center out of college. Dr. Lubsey guided me on a career that I am forever grateful for. In the 10 years that I worked for Lubsey Medical Center, Dr. Lubsey was like a father to me, always there to listen, to push me, to guide me and to laugh with. I will miss you dearly."
"I first met doc, ( my husband in my head) when I was 10, my parents friend, who became my doctor, then my employer. Started with him at the hospital, and moved over to Villard, left and was able to come back. A kind, caring individual, he'll be greatly missed. Bye doc, bless up, yuh done know Big Sexy not gonna give you no more trouble. Only you could calm me down."
"I met Dr.Vincent Lubsey at the age of 16 he was my Dr.when he was on I believe 22nd Kilbourn that was 36 year ago, also I work for him at the Lubsey Medical Center on 5300 W .Villard as a telephone operator than his personal Secretary we had plenty of great time talking about his Jamaican friend because I knew some of them because my mom dated them back in the days. He was the BEST Doctor I've ever had he will be greatly missed....lov you much Dr.Vincent Lubsey. "
"Vin and I became close friends in Port Antonio from age 12 years old. He loved spending time in the sea. We left Tichfield High School to go to Kingston College, me first and he after, and we have remained friends since then even though we embarked on different paths in Life. We had the pleasure to meet and greet old school mates "The Class of 1962" in November 2012 at our reunion at my home in Jamaica, we had known each other for over 57 years. Vin was a Gentleman, and a decent man, the ladies loved him and he loved them, a passion we shared, and he would tell some of them that we were brothers since we bore a noticeable resemblance to each other. Vin was a good friend to his friends. Vin will be missed. May his Soul Rest in Peace and Light Perpetual shine on him and I pray that the "Comforter", The Holy Spirit promised by Jesus Christ, will comfort his Family, loved ones and friends at this time of Loss and grief. "
"Vin and I became close friends in Port Antonio from age 12 years old. He loved spending time in the sea. We left Tichfield High School to go to Kingston College, me first and he after, and we have remained friends since then even though we embarked on different paths in Life. We had the pleasure to meet and greet old school mates "The Class of 1962" in November 1962 at our reunion at my home in Jamaica, we had known each other for over 57 years. Vin was a Gentleman, and a decent man, the ladies loved him and he loved them, a passion we shared, and he would tell some of them that we were brothers since we bore a noticeable resemblance to each other. Vin was a good friend to his friends. Vin will be missed. May his Soul Rest in Peace and Light Perpetual shine on him and I pray that the "Comforter", The Holy Spirit promised by Jesus Christ, will comfort his Family, loved ones and friends at this time of Loss and grief."
"I first met Vin at Kingston College, then we reconnected a few years later while attending Howard University in Washington, D.C. I last saw him at his 60th birthday celebration, held not too far from Moneague in St. Ann, Jamaica, and I can clearly recall making the effort to attend that function because I wanted to see Vin, who, at that time, I had not seen for many years. I found him to be a genuinely friendly, jovial and decent human being. I extend deepest sympathy to his family and friends. "SLEEP PEACEFULLY MY BROTHER.""
"My sincersest condolences to Vin's family and dear friends. He and I became kindred spirits ( Cadet Corp, Track & Field, Football and we both had healthy appetites) when he came to Kingston College and we were in Sixth Form together 1961 - 1962. "MAY HIS SOUL REST IN ETERNAL PEACE.""
"I was a patient for over 30 years. Dr. Lubsey cared about the health and well-being of his patients. He was a good doctor and friend."