Robert Thomas Mabe

Robert “Bob” Thomas Mabe, age 98, of Max Meadows, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 5, 2026. He was born on May 12, 1928, in Max Meadows to the late Harry Arthur Mabe and Hazel Atkins Mabe. A proud veteran, Bob honorably served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, where his bravery and dedication earned him two Bronze Stars.

Bob was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 60 years, Mary Ellen Smith Mabe; his son, Mark Mabe; his daughter, Sharon Mabe Manuel; and his siblings, Bess Clark, Sally Bralley and Aliese McMillion; favorite cousins, Franklin “Doddie” Mabe and Ann “Toddie” Mabe.

He is survived by his son, Jeff Mabe (Sherry); his daughter, Tracy Mabe; his cherished grandchildren, Johnica Manuel, Kenzie Mabe, Megan Powers (also adopted daughter) and Jessie Fore, Ameranda Powers, Alyssa Sykes, and Adyn Sykes; and his great-grandchildren, Jeremiah and Emma Shrestha, Brylan Fore, Gage, Akaymie, Dalanie, Saphira, and XaRyiah Powers, Atlas Brown, Kolton Sykes, and Sutton Cooley. He is also survived by his sister, Jean Long; his cousin, Jim Mabe; and his best friend, Herb Armbrister; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends who will miss him deeply.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at Barnett Funeral Home at 7:00 PM officiated by Pastor Todd Porter starting with Military Rites to be conducted by the Virginia National Honor Guard and the American Legion Post #9.

Visitation - The family will receive friends Thursday from 6:00 PM until service time at Barnett Funeral Home.

Barnett Funeral Home, Wytheville, VA is serving the Mabe family.