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BORN
1933
DIED
2021
FUNERAL HOME
5600 Carroll Canyon Rd
San Diego, California
Robert Malkus Obituary
July 6, 1933 - August 4, 2021
San Diego
Dr. Robert "Bob" Myron Malkus, 88, passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning August 4 in San Diego, CA. Treasured son of Gertrude z"l and Bernard z"l. Survived by his wife Marcia, the love of his life and best friend for 63 years. Loving, cherished father to Terry (Stephen) Schwartz, Erin (Greg) Sir, Linda Easler, and Neil (Keira). Proud and adored grandfather to Sam, Charlie, Sari, Austin, Shelby, Laney, Warren, Jed, Bennett, Hazel and Adeline. Dearest big brother to James (Gail). Wonderful brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend to countless others. "Dr. Bob" moved to San Diego as a doctor for the U.S. navy. After his service, he practiced family medicine for over 50 years and was Chief of Staff at Grossmont Hospital, among other medical leadership roles in San Diego's East County. Bob's greatest passions included: tennis, the Padres, his dogs, dessert, his children, grandchildren and most of all Marcia. Bob will forever be remembered for his warmth and humor. More in-depth recount of Dr. Bob Malkus' life to come in the following week. Funeral service will take place at 12:30pm at El Camino Memorial Park - Sorrento Valley (5600 Carroll Canyon Rd) on Sunday, August 8th. Additional memorial services will be held in his honor the week that follows. For more information, please refer to the Am Israel Mortuary website.
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16 Entries
Susan
March 5, 2025
Dr.Malkus was my doctor when I first moved to La Mesa. He was so kind and an excellent diagnostician and a really great man of fine character, caring, helpful and compassionate. I´m saddened by his passing.
Pam Ferris
September 8, 2023
I first met Dr. Malkus when I started working at the 54th St. Hebrew Home in 1989 and he was serving as the Home´s Medical Director. (He might have also been on the board then, I can´t recall, although I know at one time, he also served in that capacity). What I remember vividly about Dr. Malkus was his warmth and kindness to everyone. He was beloved by the nurses because he was responsive to their calls, routinely came in to see his patients, and was truly interested in how they were doing. The Hebrew Home was eventually sold in 1996. However, Dr. Malkus and his beautiful wife, Marcia, continued to support the Home. I saw them year after year at our annual galas. His passing was a tremendous loss to all who knew him. He was a kind and empathetic person and the type of doctor we don´t see often enough today. May his memory be a blessing and may the family know what a difference he made in the lives of those he served.
Most sincerely,
Pam
Pam Ferris
President and CEO
San Diego Hebrew Homes (Seacrest Village)
Patricia l McGranahan
September 7, 2023
DR MALKUS WAS BY FAR THE BEST DR. THAT EVER EXISTED.HE WAS SO COMPASSIONATE,CARING,AND LOVING TO ME ,MY CHILDREN WHOM HE CARED FOR SINCE BIRTH AND MY MOM.I THINK OF HIM OFTEN AND WE WERE ALL BLESSED TO HAVE BEEN ABLE TO KNOW AND LOVE HIM.RIP DR.BOB
Patty Steele
September 6, 2023
My husband & I were sitting here talking about what a great Dr. & nice man Dr. Markus was.
Then we just read that he had passed.
We´re so sorry.
He was just a really kind person.
The best Dr. ever!
He worked at my father in laws convalescent hospital. My husband knew him well.
God Bless you all.
Cherish the memories.
David Peters
August 9, 2021
My heart is overwhelmed with gratitude for Dr Malkus, and the many years of personal care he gave to all the Peters family. He was my doctor from my grade school days on into my college years. Dr Malkus was consistently warm, engaged, and available. He knew every member of our family, and took care of my parents for nearly 50 years. I love this man. Dr Malkus, Thank you. Thank you. Rest in peace.
Patricia l McGranahan
August 8, 2021
My thoughts and prayers for the family ,he was the most amazing Dr.and human being on this earth.I will truly miss him and his smile.RIP
August 8, 2021
Dearest Marcia, on behalf of all of us at the Hebrew Home, now know as Seacrest Village, I want to express my sincere condolences to you and your family for the loss of your beloved husband. Dr. Markus was a wonderful person and a very dedicated physician. He had many patients at the Hebrew Home on 54th St back in the day, and was always very attentive and responsive to them, their families and the staff. His memory will be a blessing to all those fortunate to know him. Warm regards always, Pam Ferris
DAVID BERMAN
August 8, 2021
Dear Malkus Family:
Sharlene and I are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of your dear Robert. He was always the consummate gentleman and professional, and one of the nicest people one could hope to know. Our sincere condolences to Marcia, Jim and all of you.
Dr. Rick Greenberg
August 8, 2021
So very sad to hear the news of Bob´s passing in today´s newspaper. He was a wonderful friend and colleague to my twin brother, Dave, and myself. He was so highly respected by all of the San Diego medical profession for his personal and warm approach to patient care. I, and all who knew him will miss him.
Dr. Rick Greenberg
Harold & Donna Rice
August 8, 2021
To Linda,Austin & Shelby Easler
Dr. Allan and Caryn Zelinger
August 7, 2021
Our deepest condolences to the entire family. I would share this memory. Some years back when Bob and Marcia were in Arizona there was a reception held for the U of I Medical School Alumni. I am an Associate Clinical Professor at the U of I for the last few decades. When we arrived at the Arizona event who did we see there but Dr. Bob and Marcia. What a great surprise that was! We had a wonderful conversation and reminisced about our formative years in medicine. His presence there speaks to Bob's dedication as a physician and an unwavering appreciation of his education. A remarkable man and physician he will be missed.
Mary Ann E'Golf
August 7, 2021
Dr. Malkus was one of a kind! My doctor for more than 30 years. My family loved him and there will never be another like him. Love & Peace to his family!
Mary Alynn (E'Golf) Fallon
August 7, 2021
My childhood through young adult Doctor - for nearly 30 years! Dr. Malkus took such great care of me. So grateful to have known him. Thank you Dr. Malkus - my life is better for having had you in it.
Alan James
August 7, 2021
Dr Malkus was our family doctor for many years. We offer our condolences to the Malkus family. My mom Frances just loved him!
Sari Camacho
August 7, 2021
Dr. Malkus was, quiet simply, the best. The Camacho Family doctor for many many years. My most enduring memory is that his mere presence at whatever we were dealing with was a comfort. Thank you to his family for sharing this special person with us.
Donald E Walsh
August 7, 2021
My condolences to the family of my wonderful former GP. He was such a great guy and wonderful Dr.
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