Hector Cavallin
June 10, 2010
Hector W. Cavallin, MD, 74, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2010 at the Bright-Kavanaugh Hospice center in the presence of his family and loved ones after succumbing to a battle with cancer.
Born in Argentina in 1935, he received his medical degree in 1957 from the Universidad Nacional de Cordoba in Cordoba, Argentina. He subsequently came to the United States to study psychiatry at the Menninger Foundation in Topeka, KS. After completing his residency in 1962, he was appointed the Medical Director of the Outpatient Clinic of Topeka State Hospital in Topeka, KS and was appointed to the staff at the Menninger School to teach psychiatry. Hector was named Teacher of the Year by the Menninger residents in 1974 and later joined the clinical staff of the Menninger Hospital where he practiced until 1978. Then, together with his wife Barbara, a clinical psychologist, he entered private practice in Des Moines, IA. After maintaining a successful medical practice for over 28 years, Hector retired in 2006 to spend more time with his wife and family.
Hector is survived by his wife Barbara, his son Geffrey (a physician), his son Kevin (a biologist), his daughter-in-law Sue, and his grandsons Jason and Ian.
In keeping with his wishes, Hector was cremated. A memorial service will be held at Faith Lutheran Church at 10395 University Avenue in Clive, IA at 5:00 PM on Sunday, June 13, 2010.
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made in Hector’s name to the Bright-Kavanaugh House.
The family would like to express their gratitude to all those special individuals who have worked and practiced with Hector over the years as well as Dr. Robinson and the staff of the Bright-Kavanaugh House for their support and thoughtful, loving care.
Online condolences may be made to:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Ahsen Orhon
08/03/2012
Dear Barbara:
I was thinking of you and Hector;
Searched his name in Google where I learned his death..
Please accept my deepest sympathy
Jane Rider
06/17/2010
Barbara,
I returned from out of town to read that Hector had died. I wanted to send my thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Hector was always very good to me when I was at Lutheran and I learned much from him.
My best to you.
Kay Villers
06/16/2010
Dr. Cavallin and family,
Hope you are all doing well during this difficult time. We are all thinking about you and saying prayers for you and your family. We miss at the hospital but know that your other family needs you more. Love , Kay
Arthur B. Asbury, Jr.
06/14/2010
Dear Cousin Barbara:
We are so very sorry to learn of Hector's Death.
We have been thinking of You and the Family since learning of his situation from your sister. I have kept you in mind and hoped that Hector would have more time with his family but We do not always have the control which we would like over our own lives.
Our Deepest Sympathy to You,
Arthur and Sydney Asbury
Nashville, Tennessee
abasburyjr@aol.com
Marite Maurer
06/13/2010
Dr. Barbara
I am very sorry to hear about the death of Dr. Hector. I have very fond memories of all the help you and Dr. Hector provided to the clients of Marion County. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Marite Maurer, Retired
Marion Department of Human Services
Russ and Peggy
06/13/2010
Barbara, Geffrey, Kevin, Sue, Jason and Ian, Our hearts and prayers are with you. We pray God will comfort you and walk with you in the days ahead as your lives continue on without the anchor of your family, let God be that anchor. Our love is always with you. Russ and Peggy Haight
Connie Harvey
06/13/2010
Dear Dr Barb and family
I am so sorry for your loss . I have many memories of working with both you and Hector. I was justing thinking of the beautiful poinsettia you sent me @ my office one year. Know you are in my thoughts and prayers,
God Bless you all
Connie Harvey
Karyl Behrens
06/13/2010
So sorry to hear of Hector's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of sorrow. May your memories keep him close and may God help you through this difficult time.
David, Karyl, Emily and Zachary Behrens
Todd Gallion, MD
06/12/2010
I am a partner of Geff's in Green Bay. I know he was proud of his father, particularly his fierce independence. I'm sure it will leave a big void now that he is gone. My sincerest condolences to Geff and the whole Cavallin family.
The Sorokoumov family
06/13/2010
Geff and family,
We are very sorry for the loss of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow.
Courtney and Oleg.
Gregory Bottei
06/11/2010
Dear Mrs. Cavallin, Geff, and Kevin,
I send my condolonces to all of you at your husband/father's passing away yesterday. We Botteis shall keep all of you in our pryaers. God's blessing be with Hector and all of you now and forever.
Greg Bottei