Bristol/Honeoye: At age 66, Maryellen passed peacefully on January 23, 2022, surrounded by her family. She was born in Rochester, NY on February 27, 1955 to the late George and Wanda (Sokolski) Skromak. Survived by her husband of 39 years, Kenneth Jobes and children; Ryan Jobes (Lily Curtis-Harris) of Fairfax, CA and Devon Marie Fikes of Brighton; grandson Cole C. Fikes; and sister Elizabeth Rizzo of Irondequoit; also survived by a wealth of nieces, nephews, friends, and extended family.
Maryellen lived enough for several lifetimes in her 66 years. She spent her early days in Rochester, where she fell in love with the rock n’ roll spirit. She would sometimes share stories of seeing Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, and The Rolling Stones perform in their prime. She finished high school while living in Sarasota Florida.
Without ever having set foot in the state of Colorado, she moved to Breckenridge, where she spent her days skiing, fishing, and creating friendships that lasted the rest of her life, including her husband of 39 years Ken Jobes. In the early 80’s she gave birth to her first child Ryan in a ski clinic at the base of Peak 9 in Vail CO! A testament to her dedication to take advantage of every last snow day that she could. Soon after, she and her young family relocated to Southern Maine where she worked as a paralegal, and a few years later gave birth to her daughter Devon.
By the late 80’s she had moved back to the greater Rochester area to be close to her parents, eventually settling in Bristol, NY. This is also where she began her career in Real Estate, working with Dick Kraft on and off for the better part of 25 years. In the 90’s she was diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disease that required near daily visits to the hospital and multiple surgeries. This diagnosis and intensive treatment had no effect on her continued ability to be an amazing mother, wife, and friend.
Many people know Maryellen from her days pouring drinks at the Honeoye Pub where she was a co-owner for over a decade. During that time she also invented her wild garlic wing sauce that’s talked about to this very day. The last decade or so of her life was spent in retirement and as a loving grandmother to her grandson Cole, whom she loved more than anyone else on this earth.
Maryellen was also an avid consumer of literature and a lifelong learner, who read several books a week for most of her life. She would even complain from time to time that she had already read all the good books at the local library. She was a dear friend and counsel to many people, always willing to stay up all night talking about anything and everything. No matter how long you knew her, she always had a story to tell that you had never heard before.
Family and friends may call on Friday, January 28th, from 3pm-6pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 8624 Main Street, Rte 20A, Honeoye, NY where Maryellen’s Funeral Service will be held at 10am on Saturday, January 29th. Burial to follow at Lakeview Cemetery, Honeoye, NY. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to the Honeoye NY Food Pantry. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Ken… I’d wanted express my heartfelt condolences for your and your family’s loss. I’d worked with you at Oatka… primarily, CSU… David Witherspoon.. your were an incredibly professional staff , mentor and friend…
Ken,So sorry to hear about your wife’s passing. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Kristine Kelly from industry
Ken & Family,
So sorry to hear the passing of Maryellen. Our apologies for missing her service as we were out of town.
We have many fond memories of Maryellen, who always went out of her way to talk to us especially at the Honeoye Pub where she took good care of us!
We hope that with time the pain of her loss is replaced with smiles each time you think of her and the joy that she brought you.
Our sincere condolences.
Jean & Roy White
Ken and family,
Gene and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you.Gene and Linda koehnlein
Ken & Family– So very sorry to hear of your loss. My most sincere condolences.
Ken: So very sorry to learn of Maryellen’s passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
We had great times
So very sorry for your loss Ken and family.Ivy Carpenter
Ken, I am so sorry to hear about Maryellen, my deepest condolences to you and your family….Donna Stone (Mills).
Dear Jobes Family,
We are so sorry to hear of MaryEllen’s passing. Our condolences to your family.
The Schmitt & DeCillis Family
Paul & Stacy Schmitt
Beverly DeCillis
Kevin & Kristine DeCillis
Ken & family,
My condolences..I am so sorry for your loss..
You will be in my thoughts..
Sending thoughts and prayers to the Jobes family. I had the pleasure of working with Mary Ellen at The Kraft Real Estate office, and enjoyed many many afternoon chats with her. I hope the family finds comfort in all the their wonderful memories.
Ken and family,
We are so sorry for your loss.
Days have not been the best for Mary Ellen. They will not be for all of you for a spell.
I pray that God warms your heart and sun shines on your face when ever you think or talk about her.
I will think of her pouring out the shots up there. Laughing with all the ones she knows and new ones.
Rest in peace Mary Ellen.
O my sweet Devon and cole ! Ur mom was wonderful anytime she spoke to me it was about u Devon and then cole! Many years since I’ve seen her but I know she was a special person to many people! I hope god and our prayers help heal ur dad and u and cole! We all love u endlessly and pray for ur heart to heal!
Ken and family. So sorry to hear about Maryellen. We had such good times when you lived in Maine. I have always thought of her often after you moved back to New York.. One of the best and so much fun. Love to you all.
Sending our thoughts and prayers to the family at this time. You will be missed, Maryellen. The Morehouse Family
So sorry to hear the sad news of her passing and your loss. Prayers and strength for all the family during this emotional time. What a wonderful tribute to her amazing journey of life.
Devon and family–sorry to here of your Mom’s passing–sending lots of love.The Mulley Family