Remembering Robert Wickes

Robert (Bob Bob) Allen Wickes D.V.M. Dec 16, 1947 – Nov 9, 2021 Robert (Bob Bob to most), age 73, native son of Cleveland, Ohio, current resident of his beloved Citrus County, lost his struggle with cancer at Shands UF on Tuesday , November 9.

After graduating from The Veterinary School of The Ohio State University, the practice of veterinary medicine and the success of Macedonia Veterinary Clinic were the focus of Bob’s attention as a younger man. His skill and compassion for his clients and their pets was the basis of his years of success.

Even with the many hours his practice demanded of him, he found time to develop a deep love of fishing, hunting and all things outdoors. This is also when he developed an interest in showing and breeding show dogs.

It was in 1984 that Bob discovered Citrus County through a veterinary buddy from Brooksville. Bob knew then that this would be where he would retire. This is also when Bob met Marion Hancock of Tarpon Springs at a dog show in Tampa. This meeting would become a 35-year adventure for both of them.

Bob’s devotion and love of The Ohio State Buckeyes is legend. Often frustrated but always a fan. You would often hear him say “O – H” hoping to hear “I – O” or “Go Bucks!”. The Buckeye mania was closely followed by his Cleveland Browns. He often recounted tales of visits to the Dawg Pound with his Dad as a child.

Bob is preceded in death by his parents, Glenn and Edna (Quedenfeld) Wickes and brother, Glenn Jr. Survivors include sister Jennifer, cousins Gwenn, Lynn, Scott and nephews Joseph and Jason, along with his companion of 35 years, Marion.

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