Robert B. McCall

After seven years, Bobby lost his courageous battle against ALS. He died at home on Friday, March 10, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born on August 17, 1948 to Robert B. (Sonny) and Julia Wendt McCall. A lifelong resident of Baton Rouge, he attended Dufroc Elementary, Westdale Junior High, Baton Rouge High School and LSU. While at LSU, he was a member of ROTC and Scabbard and Blade. Upon graduation he enlisted in the Army as a 2nd Lieutenant. When he returned to Baton Rouge he was hired by Louisiana National Bank, which became Premier Bank and then Bank One. He helped start Alliance Bank which became Iberia Bank then First Horizon. He joked that he worked for six banks, but only changed jobs once. During those 27 years he became known as an exceptional, fair, hardworking leader in the banking community who always tried to accomplish the best for his customers. He was a loyal employee and never had a negative or unkind word about anyone. Bobby was proud to serve the community of Baton Rouge and donated much of his time to many organizations including Volunteers of America, CCA, Capital Area United Way, Family Services, Cancer Services of Greater Baton Rouge, St. James Place Foundation and Habitat for Humanity. He was also a charter member of Sunrise Rotary. He attended St. James Episcopal Church where he served on the Associate Vestry, Vestry as Treasurer, and President of the Day School Board. While growing up, Bobby's young friends became his lifelong friends. Many of those friends are still members of their Supper Club for 50 years. Bobby worked hard during the week but on weekends he loved to fish and hunt. He spent many relaxing and happy times at his camps in Dulac and Hackberry, LA. However, when he sold them and bought a small farm in Ethel, LA, the weekends involved maintaining the property and tractor therapy. He met a new group of friends in East Feliciana who were always available to advise and help. When he was 65 years old he accomplished a long held dream and obtained his pilot license. Again, he made many new friends. He enjoyed time at the airport hanging out with his pilot buddies and flying to interesting and fun places with them. Bobby was serious and professional at work but his best side was his infectious humor that led to creating unique scenarios that everyone enjoyed. He loved his family! Bobby is survived by his wife of 51 years Susan Greene McCall, two children Melanie (Anthony) and Andy (Julie Moffett McCall), grandson Everett, who was "Mac's" best friend for 10 years. Survived by his brother Jim McCall. Preceded in death by his parents and sister, Julia McCall Hightower (Jack). Also survived by his nieces, Kara Hightower Mathews (Derek) and Kristi Sciacchetano (Pete). Special thanks to Mark Abernethy for arranging Bobby and Susan's first date. The family wishes to thank Hal Holloway for his care and friendship and Zhanna Bennett, nurse from Notre Dame Hospice. Honorary pallbearers Supper Club, Woodchucks, G Frank Purvis III, Brent McCoy and Ben Marmande. A service will be held at St. James Episcopal Church on Friday March 17 at 12 noon preceded by a visitation beginning 9:30. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to: ALS Association 14241 Coursey Blvd, Suite A12 #374, Baton Rouge, LA 70817 www.webla.alsa.org St. James Episcopal Church, 205 N. 4th St. Baton Rouge, LA 70801 www.stjamesbr.org