This memorial website was created in memory of my son, Robert McCabe, 47, born on July 17, 1967 and passed away on May 9, 2015 in a tragic act of violence. We can take comfort in knowing that he did not suffer and that although Evil may have taken his life, God has taken him home.
Robert was born a country boy at heart. His love for the outdoors from childhood to his untimely death never ceased to amaze me. From the time he was a little boy and I taught him how to fish he was determined he would be able to outfish me and as he got older he felt he could pretty much outfish anyone. He had the gift of gab and always had a quick wit about him. I will miss his fast comebacks on anything I might tease him about. As he got older he learned to love to go hunting as well and always bragged that he could make the BEST deer roast and deer jerky. I'm sorry I never got to try any because he couldn't keep it that long. He loved his own cooking!
He spent four years in the USMC (Marine Corp). After that he tried different jobs but ultimately fell in love with truck driving. Always hoping that someday he would be able to have his own business and be his own boss. The day before his death, his dream was coming true. Now he is driving his Big Blue Razors Edge in Heaven instead of here on earth. So when you hear those deep rolls of thunder on a stormy night, don't fret, that's just Robert blowing his horn to say Hi.
Robert was a loving Dad to his two kids, Myria Leray and Kamren Shane. He was a single dad for many years and did the best he could with what he had and although they had their struggles his kids always knew he loved them from the bottom of his heart. I know he will be with them each and everyday as they move through life and he is so proud of them.
He was a down to earth man, kind, loving, sometimes tempered, but would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it.
If you have photos or videos of Robert, please upload them onto this site. If you have stories to tell as well please post them too. You do need to setup a free account to post anything or if you send them to me, I will post them for you - joyceramus@ymail.com. You can also leave a tribute for him below.
We will be having a Memorial Celebration of Life for Robert on May 30, 2015 at 12 Noon at:
Old Post Road Park Recreation Area & Campground 1598 Lock and Dam Road, Pavilion #8 Russellville, AR 72801
In lieu of flowers please donate to the Arkansas Crimes Victims Reparations Fund, Office of the Attorney General, 323 Center Ste 200, Little Rock, AR 72201. This fund assists victims and families of crimes with various expenses that they incurr when this happens.
Please pray for our family as we go through this tragic loss. We will forever remember his wonderful smile and twinkling eyes, his laughter, humor and spirit. Rest in peace Son, your children are in good hands and will be taken care of. You left us too soon, your dad (Jim) didn't get a chance to do a ride along in your big rig and you didn't get a chance to take me fishing up on the White River again but we know and feel you watching us from paradise and sending us your love.
Your are forever Missed. Forever Loved. Never Goodbye but See You Later.
*Visitors: be sure to go to the Gallery tab and go to videos and see the video of Rob's life.
Today I have 2 angels that talk to me everyday... Liz and Robert tell me they will see me one day. That when my time comes, they will be there to greet me, to hold my hand and guide me through the pearly gates. I find comfort in knowing that Liz is not alone, that her Uncle Robert is standing by her side. I have so many regrets, I tell them and they tell me not to cry, that all that doesn;t matter when you're on the other side. Forgive and love that is what they say... they help me through these trying times, make me stronger to survive this life so that one day I will see them both for my eternal life. It makes me realize what's important. That all this is left behind and all that really matters is did you live a good life. Not material possessions or money in the bank, but how you spend your time with your loved one's and how you live your life.I love you Robert and you will always be with me. I try to be strong because I know you want me too buit times like this make it hard whenever I think of you! My wedding day, you should've been there, I was thinking of you a lot that day and I wanted you to know, it would have made me so happy to have you there. I will think of you on every wedding anniversary and will celebrate your life. I know all you ever wanted was someone to treat me right.... the last time I saw you, you said I did good and that you like Norm and that I've finally found someone that deserves me. I love you Big Bro!
Love,
Your Little Sister
Laura
I remember growing up Robert Mccabe would watch karate movies (Bruce Lee ) and practice his karate on my sister Laura and I. He would also rub his hairy legs on us. No baby messed with my sisters and I. In school everyone would say that's Mccabe's little sister. He would always tease me and tell me to open my eyes.
