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Dr. Robert G. McNamee

1937 - 2022

BORN

1937

DIED

2022

Robert McNamee Obituary

Dr. Robert (Bob) G. McNamee

January 22, 1937-June 30, 2022

Dr. Robert (Bob) G. McNamee, DDS, Williamsburg, VA, died of cancer on June 30, 2022. Born in Waterloo, IA and formerly of Des Moines, IA, Bob leaves behind his loving wife Barbara, his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. In his honor, please follow Bob's example and donate your time or support to a cause close to your heart. Our wish is that his legacy continues through inspiring selfless giving so others may thrive. We'll miss you Dr. Mac. For a complete obituary, and to leave condolences, please visit: tinyurl.com/legacy-bobmcnamee

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Published by Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier on Jul. 17, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert McNamee

27 Entries

Alan Strong

November 8, 2022

Dr. Mac was kind and cordial to me. Despised gum chewing nor eating taffy, namely with crowns. He is missed.

Betty Hazle

July 22, 2022

Such a lovely tribute to Bob! He will be so missed.
It was always a pleasure to see him with
Barbara at events and convention. He was such a great supporter of Barbara and such a lovely man! Great photos of him and his family.

Dr. Chris Piascik

July 20, 2022

So sad to read of Bob´s passing! He was a wonderful friend and colleague! When I broke my wrist several years ago, he came out of retirement to help in my dental practice in Williamsburg!!! I will miss his jovial spirit and warm smile!

Lorraine Valerino

July 18, 2022

Prayers lifted for Barb and the McNamee family. I met Bob years ago through his bride and her passion for USA Artistic Swimming (synchro) and his loving support of her. Rest In Peace Dr. Mac.

Larry Watson

July 18, 2022

What a great guy! I loved working with him at Midtown Aquatics Center. I always learned something new when I spoke to him, and watched him coach. I liked his manner of being soft spoken, yet stern, with no-nonsense encouraging, helpful, and inspirational words to his students.

I always had militaristic military school coaches that yelled and offered Only painful experiences as a means of motivation. It was nice to have a kind of mentor to allow me to see, in detail, another way to coach.

I pass on a certain way of his coaching to my swimmers almost daily now. You will be missed sir!

Dennis Havran

July 17, 2022

I first met Bob when he began his dentistry doing tooth exams for Bankers Life employees. Later he became my and my wife's regular dentist during his Beaverdale dentistry practice. We appreciated his service to us. The family has my sympathy for a very special person.

Mardy McNamee

July 17, 2022

Prayers for you, Barbara and your family.

Joanne Hansen

July 17, 2022

I have such wonderful memories of Dr. Mac. He gave me my first dental hygiene job in 1975. He was a great boss! So sorry for your loss. I will always smile thinking of him. He will be missed!!

RoseMarie Butz

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RoseMarie Butz

July 16, 2022

I first met Bob when he worked with my husband who also was a dentist, on the Standard Bearer committee with the LPGA. Next when I worked as assistant to Dr Dukart at Olde Towne Dental Clinic. He also belonged to the Crown Colony Club of which my husband was also a member. He was such a nice man and kept trying to get us to come join He and Barbara at Windsor Meade. He will be missed.

Paden Wolfe

July 14, 2022

The McNamees were a big part of our growing up on Shriver. I can´t think of the old neighborhood we grew up in without picturing the cool white house down the street! I remember Bob (Mr. McNamee to me at that time) being a jolly, gentle soul. Caring and kind and willing to talk to his kid´s friends anytime. He was always welcoming and a pleasure to be around. I hadn´t seen him for many years, but his influence is in my memories forever. I loved growing up in Des Moines and his kids were a big part of my childhood. To Brad, Dan and Lynn - I´m so sorry for your loss and I wish you the very best in life. I have many joyous memories with you all that I hope you share, and will cherish the wonderful moments with your dad. Take care of yourselves, be safe and and perhaps our paths will cross in the future.
Sincerely,
Paden

Dan McNamee

July 14, 2022

Dan McNamee

July 14, 2022

Dan McNamee

July 14, 2022

A couple pictures I have. Dad & Barb at their home in VA, and Dad & I on their last visit to Des Moines.

Vickie Welch

July 13, 2022

I did not have the opportunity to know Dr. Mac, but have learned about his wonderful spirit through this beautifully written obituary. What a wonderful legacy he leaves behind.

To Dr. Mac's family: I am so sorry for your tremendous loss. You have honored him beautifully and given many people an opportunity to "know" him through his obituary. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.