Robert Emil Badwey MD

Robert Badwey Obituary

Robert Emil Badwey, MD, 90 years old, passed away at Physician's Regional Medical Center in Naples, FL on November 4, 2024. Robert was the husband of 65 years to Thelma Ilyas Badwey and father to Robert E. Badwey, MD of Atlanta, GA, Richard E. Badwey and his wife, Laura Hall Badwey of Alexandria, VA, and Rayna Badwey Matz of Naples, FL. He also leaves behind four precious grandchildren: Austin Matz of Charlotte, NC, Mackenzie Matz of Pittsburgh, PA, Laura Grace Badwey and Richard Nelson Badwey of Alexandria, VA; his sister, Anna M. Karola, PhD. of Harrisonburg, VA and several nephews.

Born to Lebanese immigrants, Robert Badwey was born in Altoona, Pennsylvania on December 12, 1933 to Samuel and Juliette Badwey, who have predeceased him. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Yvonne Jane Shaheen in 2009.

Robert graduated from Altoona High School in 1951, Franklin and Marshall College in Lancaster, Pennsylvania in 1955 and University of Pittsburgh Medical School in 1959. Upon completion of his residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Badwey started and maintained an OB/GYN practice from 1964 to 2009 in the Washington, DC area. His practice was interrupted for 2 years while he served his country with distinction from 1966 to 1968 at Warner Robins (Georgia) AFB.

He resided in Naples, FL formerly of Potomac, MD. He was an active member of Saints Peter and Paul Antiochian Orthodox Church. Robert's interests and hobbies included tennis, boating, horseback riding, traveling, numismatics and enjoying his grandchildren. He was also a huge fan of the former Washington Redskins and a long-time season ticket holder. Robert will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

Services for Dr. Badwey will be held on Monday, November 11, 2024 at 7 p.m. at Saints Peter and Paul Antiochian Orthodox Church, 10620 River Rd., Potomac, MD. Visitation for family and friends will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. at the church. A Mercy dinner will be held after the service.

Additional services for Dr. Badwey will be held on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at Saint George Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral 3400 Dawson St., Pittsburgh, PA with visitation from 10 to 11 a.m. Funeral services will begin at 11 a.m. Entombment will follow at Jefferson Memorial Park at 12:30 p.m. A Mercy Dinner will be held at 1:15 p.m. with the location to be determined.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations in his memory may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at https://www.stjude.org/donate.

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Published by The Washington Post on Nov. 8, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Badwey

10 Entries

Lisa Flood Turner

April 18, 2025

I am so saddened to learn of the passing of my all time favorite OB/GYN, Dr. Badwey. He actually helped deliver me in February of 1964 at Sibley Hospital. I adored him and he was always so kind to me...almost like a father figure. Thoughts and condolences to his wonderful family as he always talked to me about in his office after my appointment. Knowing he is no longer here makes me very sad.

Amy Hathaway

January 28, 2025

Dr. Badwey was the kindest, most gentle man and I was so lucky he was my OB/GYN. Nothing phased him! Even while I was in the midst of giving birth to my first daughter, he calmly informed me he was using forceps to deliver her. His demeanor kept me from feeling any sense of concern or alarm. He was always that way - informative but aware of how his approach would affect his patients. He was a giant of a man. I loved him. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.

December 1, 2024

May God's promise found in John 6:40, of the hope to see our loved ones again, comfort your heart and give you peace, strength, and hope in the days ahead.

Delores Barnett

November 17, 2024

I am so very sorry for your loss. Dr. Badwey was my doctor for many years. He was a wonderful and encouraging man. I eventually adopted a little boy and named him Robert! I was very sad when I learned he had retired and was never able to say goodbye. I now have two grandchildren which is something I never pictured happening in my life. I always wanted to be able to tell Dr. Badwey. I knew he would be happy for us after the many years of miscarriages. Thank you for a.lowing me to share what a great doctor he was.

Barbara Small

November 15, 2024

Dearest Thelma, I just heard the saddest news. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Lovingly,
Barbara Small

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November 12, 2024

Prayers to the whole family Alan Lavine

Love , Paul and Nadia -Canada

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Anne Perry

November 9, 2024

My sympathies to the Badwey family. Dr Badwey was firstly my gynecologist then my obstetrician in the early '90s. I had a difficult pregnancy but he was always reassuring, funny yet calming, and successfully delivered my son in 1992. For that I will always be grateful.

Maxine and Phil Weinstein

November 7, 2024

Condolences to the Badwey family on the loss of "Bob". He was a lovely man and a compassionate doctor. Maxine and Phil Weinstein

Barbara Leinson Crawford

November 6, 2024

Robert Badwey was a wonderful doctor and a very good friend to me. I will truly miss him.

My deepest sympathy goes out to the whole family.

Barbara Leinson Crawford

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