'Bob and I were close friends in grammar school and high school. His Mom, Kay, and my Mom, Mildred, were close friends the rest of their lives. I am sorry that Bob and I lost touch after I entered the Jesuits. My love and prayers for Bob and the whole family. Bob was always dedicated to being all he could be and making a difference. Thanks, Bob, for your life. 
Bob Schmitt'

'I will always remember Dr. O'Rourke as a great teacher and mentor. He touched my life during my training to become a cardiologist and he will always be remembered in my prayers.'

'I am both privileged and honored to have gotten to know Dr. Robert A. O'Rourke both personally and professionally. He was my mentor, colleague and inspiration, as well as special friend. I want to extend my heartfelt condolences to his beautiful family at the loss of this iconic and wonderful human being.'

'I just learned of Dr. O'Rourke's passing today. The knowledge of his death brings back a flood of fond memories. I have deep respect for Dr. O'Rourke's exemplary personal qualities. He was a uniquely gifted physician, the best I ever knew. He was a steadfast advocate for both excellence and compassion in patient care as well as for progress in medical knowledge that would be useful in patient care. He was therefore a very effective teacher and practitioner of cardiology, in particular bedside cardiology and auscultation. He loved his work and his contributions to developing a cardiology program at UTHSCSA and the Audie Murphy VA Hospital will continue to benefit patients and trainees for many years to come. He taught me more cardiology than any other professor. I grieve his loss, and I will be praying that our God will comfort his family in their time of loss.'

'Suzie - We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved husband. Please accept our condolences for you and your family.'

'My condolences to the family and friends. Dr. O'Rourke was a brillant cardiologist and teacher. Never in my life , have I met a physcian who was able to utilize the skills of hands on assessments of his patients and embrace the latest modern technology, combine them both to diagnose and treat his patients to wellness. 
His heart and passion was truly in his work. It was an awesome experience to have worked under him in the CCU of Audie Murphy. He was my friend and I am saddened by his loss.'

'Suzie, our heart felt sympathy goes out to you and your entire family at this time. We will always be appreciative that because of Bob, we came to San Antonio. It was a wonderful city for our family to grow up in. He helped so many establish their careers and his hard work will be remembered by all of us. God Bless you and your family.'

'I was privileged to study under the guidance of Dr. O'Rourke for a brief period of my education and training in cardiology. Recognized as a brilliant clinician, he was also legendary for his teaching ability, qualities to which I can attest. We, his students and colleagues, are all better for having studied with or worked with Dr. O'Rourke; so too are all of our patients. He lives on in the knowledge which he imparted and the skills which he helped so many to obtain.'

'Dr. O'Rourke left a lasting legacy at Audie Murphy VA Hospital. It was because of him that the new CCU was built to help care for our veterans. He will be remembered for his great sense of humor, outstanding clinical expertise, and commitment to provide the best care for our veterans. He left a lasting legacy at the VA and will always be remembered by those who knew him. May his family find peace and comfort in knowing that he is enfolded in God's loving arms.'

'You were more than just a brother-in law to us. You were family, friend, and adviser when we needed you the most. We will miss you, we will never forget you, and you will always be in our prayers.'

'Uncle Bob, 
We will miss you but know that you are now at peace. 
Aunt Susie, we love you and pray that your lose is softened somehow as you are surrounded by your children and grandchildren.

'Bob, your were my mentor in cardiology. All that I accomplished over these 30+ years I owe to you.

'I Had The Honor To Work And Know Dr.O'rourke for Several Years!!.He Was A 
Great Teacher. Lucky Were Those Students 
That Had Him As A Teacher And Saddness To Those Who Missed The Chance To be Thaught By him.I Was lucky To Interact Him On many occassions.I Saw Him on Mornings Rounds,Afternoon on the Hall, 
at 3o'clock in The morning and He Had 
Allways a good word for me.sometimes he 
will talk about his kids and familly,and 
he was proud.He enjoyed His Job and he 
Didn't mind the hour of night or day!. 
Students were Afraid of him,because they 
were not prepared.I learned a lot from Him.I used to say " when These studnets 
finish Medical School After Having Dr. O'rourke for A Teacher Their Job Will Be sooooooooo Easy!!. 
He Will Be Missed 
 Jose L 
 Nuclear Medicine Department'

'Suzann, you have our deepest condolences. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. 
Hugs, 
Kathy Marazzi'

'Our dear Susie and family, Stan and I were so sorry to hear of Bob's passing but we know Ryan was there to greet him. Roger says bad things happen when we leave the US....first Ryan and now Bob.Not to mention all else that is going on in the world. Susie, we will arrive home next week, I will see you soon. All our love to the whole family. Phyllis and Stan'

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Robert Anthony O'Rourke

12 juin 1936 – 16 février 2011

Porter Loring Mortuary - McCullough

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