Robert Michael Toups, M.D.

In Loving Memory of Robert Michael Toups, MD February 1, 1942 - April 22, 2025 Robert ("Bob") Michael Toups, MD, a longtime resident of Beaumont, Texas, passed away on April 22, 2025 in Edina, Minnesota, at the age of 83, surrounded by his loving family. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, physician, veteran, and friend, Bob lived a life of service, faith, and passion that touched countless lives. Bob was born on February 1, 1942, in New Orleans, Louisiana, and raised in Baton Rouge. He was the son of Dr. James Eugene Toups and Nina Holt Redditt Toups and one of four brothers: Jimmy (deceased), Joe, and Billy. He earned his undergraduate degree from Tulane University and his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine. Bob volunteered and was commissioned as a Lieutenant with the U.S. Naval Reserve. In 1967, Bob was called to active duty. He was one of eight medical interns chosen to complete an Anesthesia training program with the goal of relieving an Anesthesiologist in a MASH unit in Vietnam. Fortunately, an Anesthesiologist was needed at the U.S. Naval Hospital in Memphis, TN, and Bob was sent there instead. Following his military service, Bob completed a Pediatric Anesthesiology Fellowship at Parkland Memorial Hospital in Dallas, TX and a Cardiac Anesthesia Fellowship at the Dallas VA Medical Center. After his medical training was complete, Bob made Beaumont, TX, his home and served the community as a caring and well-respected Anesthesiologist with Anesthesia Associates for over 50 years. He made many dear friends in the Southeast Texas Medical Community. Bob was proud to have provided Anesthesia for the first open heart surgery in Beaumont. In 2013, The Golden Triangle American Heart Association honored Bob with the Dr. JC Crager Award at the association's Heart Ball. Bob enjoyed taking care of patients of all ages. Children in his care were often calmed before surgery with his synopsis of Gaston the Green-Nosed Alligator, a beloved Cajun children's book. Bob was the loving husband of Betty Toups, with whom he shared 58 years of partnership, faith, and love. He was a proud and guiding father to three children: Robert Michael Toups, Jr. (Sharla), Susan Elizabeth Murphy (Brian), and Brian Barker Free. He found tremendous joy in being a grandfather. His grandchildren lovingly remember him: Nina (20), Ann Marie (17), Megan (13), and Lauren (10). Their lives were enriched by his wisdom, humor, and unwavering support. A devout Catholic, Bob was a longtime member and usher at St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica and served as a past Board Member of St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica School. Bob had a love of adventure; as a boy, he engaged in many shenanigans with his brothers and friends and was an avid water skier and as an adult, he enjoyed downhill skiing and scuba diving. As everyone knows, Bob was a diehard LSU Tigers fan, never wanting to miss a game. Later in life, Bob and Betty relocated to Edina, Minnesota, to be closer to their daughter, Susan, and her family. Bob leaves a legacy of healing, devotion, and unconditional love. He is survived by his beloved wife, Betty; his children, Robert Jr. (Sharla), Susan (Brian), and Brian; his grandchildren, Nina, Ann Marie, Megan, and Lauren; his brothers, Joe and Billy; and many nieces and nephews. Bob will be buried with military honors at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis, MN on May 8, 2025. Memorial donations in Bob's honor may be made to St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica (700 Jefferson St, Beaumont, TX 77701). A Memorial Mass and reception honoring Bob's life will take place at St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica in Beaumont, TX on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at 11am. May he rest in peace and may his life continue to inspire all blessed to have known him.

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Robert Michael Toups, M.D.

February 1, 1942 - April 22, 2025

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