In loving memory of Robert Eugene Cavins (Chanhassen, Minnesota), born in Evansville, Indiana, who departed this world on October 10, 2024 at the age of 88. Robert Eugene leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Clinton Cavins and Marie Cavins; and his brothers, Daniel Cavins (Marda) and James Cavins (Hilda). He is survived by: his wife Patricia Crane (Trish); his children, Jeff Cavins (Emily), Jayne Cavins and Leslie Cavins; his grandchildren, Carly Felicetta (Patrick), Jaki Cavins and Toni Cavins; and his great grandchildren, Dominic, Francesco and Fiona Felicetta.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial gift to St. Hubert's Catholic School for math tutoring in honor of Bob Cavins. Make checks payable to St. Hubert's Catholic School, 8201 Main St, Chanhassen, MN 55317 and note on the check "Bob Cavins' memorial" Or donate to the Alzheimer's Association.

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October 16, 2024

Debbie VB lit a candle

“Prayers for the repose of the soul of Robert Eugene Cavins. Dear Jeff, thank you for sharing about your father on the Hallow App. We've also enjoyed hearing about him and your family through 10+ years of Ascension Bible Studies. Prayers for you and your dad's family/loved ones through the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Prayers for his continuous intercession in your lives; that he shower you all with some of his joy; and that his legacy lives well through you and those whose lives he has touched. +JMJ+”

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October 17, 2024

Scott Beland wrote a sympathy message

“God Bless you and your family Jeff. I know you are at Peace knowing that your wonderful Dad is being hugged by Jesus our Savior, and has entered Heaven Scott”

October 17, 2024

Carolyn Apodaca wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Robert Eugene Cavins, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time and for the holidays to come. May your memories of your husband, dad, grandfather and friend bring comfort and peace to you. I appreciate Jeff's tribute (on Hallow's Daily Reflections) of his father's integrity, humility and family values he represented.”

October 16, 2024

LIA C wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Jeff, I couldn't stop listening and crying to your Daily Reflections "Tribute to My Father" today. But I have offered a prayer every time I played it and went to Adoration. What a wonderful earthly father you had! Thank you for sharing his life to us and the daily light and walk that you share with us on Hallow. May your father's soul rest in peace.”

October 16, 2024

Linda A Barr wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Robert Eugene Cavins, May your heart and soul find peace and comfort during this time. I listen to you every day on Hallow. Today, I cried through the entire reflection. While on my walk, you were talking about the moment you both forgave each other and apologized, at that instance, the clouds parted, and the sun shone brightly. It was glorious. I looked up...something I need to do more. God Bless You and your family.”

October 16, 2024

Dawn K Meyers wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Robert Eugene Cavins, Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. Thank you for sharing via Hallow. Cried as I thought of my Dad who passed back in 1997 at age 64. He never saw my return to the Catholic faith or hear my apology but I know he waits for me to join him and Mom. God bless your Dad and your family.”

October 16, 2024

Someone wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Robert Eugene Cavins, And in gratitude to God for his son Jeff. Jeff, I don’t know how you got thru today’s Daily Reflection, but thank you from the bottom of my heart. Best one yet and I’ve been with you 568 days. Your dad, like mine, was a good man and wonderful father. I lost mine 30 years ago and miss him still. May God bless and keep you and yours. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.”

October 16, 2024

Gustavo A. Arguello wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Robert Eugene Cavins, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss.”

October 16, 2024

Gustavo A. Arguello wrote a comment

“Jeff, You don’t know me from “Adam,” but I’ve been listening to your Daily Reflections every day on Hallo. Today’s reflection about your father really touched my heart. I wanted to send my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your incredible dad—wish I’d known him. God bless you and your family. I’ll be tuning in tomorrow! Q.E.P.D. Robert Cavins”

October 16, 2024

Leo Miller wrote a sympathy message

“I just listened to Jeff's daily reflection, A Tribute to My Father, and was deeply moved by Jeff's love for his Dad. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace, Amen.”

October 16, 2024

Joan Haferbier Sanchez Solarek wrote a sympathy message

“Your father's story on Daily Reflections brought me to tears this morning. My condolences go out to you and your family. Your father was a beautiful soul, and so are you. God bless the family as they go through this difficult time. May the Lord's Face shine upon him forever.”

October 16, 2024

Cynthia H wrote a sympathy message

“Jeff, what an amazing tribute to your father and beautiful message about honoring our earthly and heavenly fathers. Robert was an amazing man, husband and father. Thank you for sharing and continuing his legacy in Christ. Prayers for his soul, your mom and the rest of the family!”

October 16, 2024

Thomas Diemer wrote a sympathy message

“Jeff, I too want to thank you for sharing your Father's story on Hallow. He was an amazing & humble man & father. I was so happy to hear in your testimony that you both were able to forgive each other for that one night so many years ago. God Bless you and your whole family.”

October 16, 2024

Hugh J Kelly wrote a sympathy message

“Jeff, Thank you for sharing your Father's story on Hallow. Inspirational. God Bless you all.”

October 16, 2024

Janet G wrote a sympathy message

“To Jeff et al. -- many others have taken the words right out of my mouth...after listening to your daily reflection, other than offer my condolences on the loss of your father, the only thing I can say is what a beautiful servant's life he lived! How I wish I could have reached through the phone & given you a giant hug! Thank you for sharing your father with all of us via the Hallow app. Blessings to you & all of your family.”

October 16, 2024

Michele L Morris wrote a sympathy message

“Jeff, what an amazing life your father lived, and he lived it loving our Lord. He was a great example of a good servant of the Lord. Thank you for sharing this morning on the Hallow app. We all cried along with you. I pray you and your family have comfort knowing you will see him again in paradise. Give your mom Patricia a hug from us, the Hallow App family of listeners. You and your family are in our prayers. God bless.”

October 16, 2024

CJ Johnson wrote a sympathy message

“Today I’m on a pilgrimage in Poland and I had injured my ankle. Instead of being able to attend mass and walk the retreat grounds in Lichen, I’m icing my ankle. I decided to catch up on three days worth of bible readings with Fr. Mike and my daily reflection (10/16) with Jeff and Jonathon. I was stunned to hear of your news. What a beautiful tribute to your Father. You had me in tears. I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and the family for comfort during this difficult time.”

October 16, 2024

Michele Towns wrote a sympathy message

“Wow, just listened to you on hallow, I love you & I’m so sorry for your loss but you have inspired me. Thank you! 🙏”

October 16, 2024

Michele Tillapaugh wrote a sympathy message

“What a blessing your father was to you, and by extension, hundreds if not thousands of others. Jeff I offer you prayers today for your peace and comfort for you and your family and for the eternal rest of your father's soul. Having the opportunity just now to listen to your reflection/tribute was so humbling and so emotional. Thank you for sharing a piece of your heart this morning.”

October 16, 2024

Blessed 3 wrote a sympathy message

“Jeff, My husband and I listen to your daily reflections in the mornings on the Hallow app. Thank you for your beautiful story about your father. We feel honored to have had a chance to get to know him through you. My family will keep your family in prayer. May God console you all and may your sorrows be lifted at this very difficult time. God Bless, Carolyn, Greg, Gavin, Holden and Dawson MacNatt of NJ”

October 16, 2024

Peg Morrow wrote a sympathy message

“Good morning Jeff. After hearing your incredibly heartfelt Daily Reflection this morning I did my own daily reflection and through my tears for you, I remembered my father and all of his “unsung” kindnesses and accomplishments. Thank you for that and all you do for my spiritual growth. Your father must have been very proud of the loving son he raised. God bless you and yours, Peg M, Pittsburgh, PA”

October 16, 2024

Linda Groom wrote a sympathy message

“Jeff and family, you are so loved and lifted up. Your tribute to your father touched me deeply and healed a space in me that I have been avoiding addressing for a long time. I will now. Thank you. I celebrate your father’s rebirth into eternal life! He is so proud of you!”

October 16, 2024

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October 16, 2024

C Brown wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Jeff, As I do, almost every morning, I listened to your daily reflection today. Thank you for sharing the story of your father’s life and his impact on your life and family. I extend my deepest sympathy and hold you and your family in my prayers. May his soul rest in peace and may perpetual light shine upon him. With condolences, Colleen (Springfield, Il)”

October 16, 2024

Ted Milone wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Jeff, Listening as I do 99% of every morning before the sun comes up and the house comes alive, it was sad to hear the news of Dad’s passing—you served his memory well. And, of all your reflections this one was quite special in that it brought to life the word of God in all Intention and resurrection glory: “living the gospel.” As you’ll hear probably a million times, the work you do for the souls of all us busted folk is a tremendous testimony of Dad dutifully living his vocation. YBIC Ted”

October 16, 2024

Cecilia Allcott wrote a sympathy message

“Dearest Jeff, As I was listening to your tearful reflection this morning about your Father (5 AM in Alne, UK) with the rain pitter pattering on my Velux windows, I thought Robert Cavins has a twin - my Father Harold Altendorf ( electrical engineer - head of a family of 9 children). My Father was the best, like yours, with priorities in the right place. God the Father was no. 1, my Mother, Catherine was no. 2 and then his 9 children were no. 3. May Robert Cavins RIP, w/sympathy Cecilia A”

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