Robert W. "Bob" McCabe M.D.

McCabe, Robert W., M.D. "Bob" On March 19, 2011, peacefully left this earth surrounded by his family. Adored husband and best friend of Linda (Smallish). Treasured father to Caitlin (Ryan Paugh), Allison (Dave Wells) and Hilary. Robert had a wonderful childhood in Milwaukee growing up in the Washington Highlands, attending Saint Sebastian grade school, Marquette High School and graduated from Marquette Medical School. In 1963, Bob established the orthopedics practice (McCabe, McDevitt and Haskell) where he remained a well-loved, devoted surgeon until his retirement in 2008. In 1967 Bob served 2 years as a Lt. Colonel in the Army stationed at Walter Reed Medical Center, where he received the Army Commendation Medal. One of the greatest joys in Bob's life was his 42 year affiliation with the Milwaukee Fire Department. The longest serving physician to date. In his retirement Bob enjoyed working on his farm with his horses, dogs, cats and his favorite: 2 miniature donkeys. Bob is survived by his loving nieces, nephews, in-laws and everyone he touched with his unique wit. He will be truly missed at the family Fourth of July parties. Visitation Monday, March 28, 2011, at the Funeral Home from 2PM until time of memorial service at 5PM. In lieu of flowers, Robert wishes for donations to "The Milwaukee Fallen Firefighters Memorial" (C/O Milwaukee Fire Historical Society, 711 W. Wells St., Milwaukee, WI 53233). Bob was an ardent fan of his hometown; from the Brewers to the architecture, he loved all things Milwaukee.