Robert Cavanaugh

June 1, 1934 — July 20, 2023

Robert John Cavanaugh, age 89, died peacefully on July 20, 2023 in Windsor, Colorado. Born

June 1, 1934 to the late Hiram and Margaret Cavanaugh. “Bob” married Mary Jo Ralph on June

17, 1961.

He is survived by his daughter Pamela Hepler (Foster), Granddaughter Cara Hepler (Cameron

Wilson) and many nieces, nephews and a few close friends.

He was a Korean War Veteran. He served on the Oil City Police Force in numerous roles retiring

as a Captain in 1983 and moving to Tucson, AZ where he became an environmental engineer for

Hughes Aircraft. He retired from Hughes to be a full-time caregiver for his wife Mary Jo

Cavanaugh during her extended illness. She preceded him in death in 2008.

He was very proud to have served his country in the war and as a police officer. He also enjoyed

hunting, fishing, gun collecting, country dancing, trips to the casino and spending time with

family and friends.

As per his wishes there will be no services and his ashes will be distributed at a later date.

Donations can be made in his memory to: The Fraternal Order of Police Tri City Lodge #50 or a

charity of your choosing.

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