Robert Lee Mabee, 78, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025. He was born on December 24, 1946, to Lee & Elma (Witte) Mabee. He grew up in Parker, SD, graduating from Parker High School in 1965. Robert then attended SDSU in 1965, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy in 1970. It was there that he met his future wife, Susan P. McClintic. The couple moved to Sioux Falls, where Robert did an internship at Osco Drug, receiving his Registered Pharmacy License in 1971. Robert then entered military service in 1971, serving at Brooke Army Medical Center at Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, TX, and Martin Army Hospital at Fort Benning, Georgia. He was discharged from military service in 1975 and moved to Vermillion, SD, to attend USD School of Business and the Law School. He received, concurrently, a Master of Business Administration and Juris Doctor degrees in 1979. While living in Vermillion, daughter Linda was born. Robert and family then moved to Sioux Falls in 1980. Daughter Laura joined the family in 1985. He began his legal profession at Qualley, Larson and Jones Law Office, and then shared space at John Danforth's Law Office. Later he joined practice with Ted Kyriakos in the 300 building. Upon Ted's move to Texas in 2006, Robert continued solo practice to the present time. Robert's special mission was to provide ice cream treats to the children in protective care at the JDC facility in Sioux Falls. This calling continued for more than 25 years. Grateful for having shared his life are his wife of 55 years, Susan, Sioux Falls; daughters Laura Mabee, Skagway, Alaska; Linda (Roger) Grisim, and grandsons Abraham & Rocco Grisim. He is also survived by brother Dr. Lee (Donna) Mabee, and sisters-in-law Ichiko Mabee and Linda Mabee, as well as a large extended family. Robert was preceded in death by his parents and brother William (Bill) Mabee. Visitation service will be from 5-7pm on Friday, May 30, at Heritage Funeral Home, Sioux Falls, with a Masonic service beginning at 6:30 pm. A private family interment will take place at a later time.

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Published by KELOLAND on May 23, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Mabee

9 Entries

Dennis Johnson

July 15, 2025

Robert was a student of mine at the University of South Dakota. He was, of course, a very bright man, and I enjoyed having him in class. I also enjoyed his calls during the last years of his life. Somehow I did not hear of his death until today. I wish I had heard earlier, as I would have made every effort to attend his funeral. My condolences go out to you, Susan, and to the rest of the family as well. I, along with many others, will miss him greatly, as he was, among other things, a fine citizen. He was also an intellectual who could talk intelligently on a variety of subjects. The world is poorer as a result of his passing.

Steve & Cheryl Beier

May 29, 2025

We were so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. We always enjoyed our conversations with him about our days in Parker and his great knowledge of so many topics. We appreciated his good advice and help as our attorney as well. He was a good friend to both of us and will be missed. Steve and Cheryl (Hagen) Beier.

Robin Nelson

May 29, 2025

My sympathies to Laura, Susan, Linda, and Lee. Love you guys.
I always enjoyed hearing Robert's well-articulated views. Few people can speak with such strong and clear conviction. This goes for you too, Susan :) Quite a pair you two. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Anyway I'll always remember him as a strong moral pillar, and i'll always be grateful for him saving the day when my own father and close friends were in legal trouble. He was a very good man. May he inspire us all to be of greater service.
♥

Patricia Helgeland

May 24, 2025

Susan, I was so sorry to hear about your husband. I remember visiting with him when you and I worked together at the bank. Prayers for you and your family.

Dennis Erickson

May 24, 2025

Rest in peace Bob! Great memories from Parker High School.

May 23, 2025

Bob was in ne of a kind! We are so very thankful for what he did for our daughter and granddaughter. Bob will be missed greatly.

Patty (Chase) Viet

May 22, 2025

Deepest sympathy to the Mabee family.

Dennis M. Jones

May 22, 2025

God Bless Robert and his family. He had a heart that was so big it finally broke.
He was always a friend and a great supporter of his first profession of Pharmacy and I will miss talking to him.
Bob has left a loving wife Sue and daughters who were always at his side. Lets all remember them in our prays.
Dennis M. and Karen Jones

T. D.

May 22, 2025

Thank you for your Military Service Bob.

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