Funeral details for TT rider Paul Dobbs. isleofman.com Local News

A CELEBRATION of TT rider Paul Dobb's life will take place at the TT Grandstand, Douglas, on Monday.

Mr Dobbs, known as Dobsy, died after a high speed crash at Ballagarey during the second Supersport race at this year's event.

His funeral will take place at the Grandstand at 2pm and his wife Bridget, daughters Eadlin and Hillberry, mother Dawn and sister Shaylene will welcome anyone who wishes to join them.

Those attending are being asked to please dress as Dobsy would recognise them – team shirts and marshal jackets will be very welcome.

He will start his final lap around the course at around 2.30pm and bikes particularly will be welcome to join him. There will be no formal order, overtaking is fine but legal speed limits will be observed.

Anyone who wishes to attend Lonan church for Dobsy’s interment may follow the hearse while others wait at the Grandstand to be re-joined by the funeral party for refreshments.

Instead of flowers, people are being asked to donate to The TT Riders’ Association (francesthorp@manx.net), Rob Vine Fund (http://www.mms.org.im/robvinefund) or ACU Benevolent Fund (01788 566400).

Dobsy, 39, from Onewhero, New Zealand, first competed in the TT in 1999 and his best finish was 6th in the 2000 Lightweight Race.

Following her husband's death Mrs Dobbs said she had no regrets as "our lives have been immeasurably enriched by the TT and the Isle of Man".

"Dobsy died doing what he most loved, in a place he loved. Fifty weeks of our year was spent planning and preparing for the next TT. He really spoilt my week but he has brought infinite joy, adventure and fun to our lives."

Paul Dobbs competing in Supersport Race 1 at TT 2010 (photo: Bill Dale)