I'm so sorry to hear of Dr. Orcutt's death. He treated my myself and my family for years including when I had a collapsed lung in high school and when I fell off my bike while at St. Joseph's in Marion where I went to school with Kitty. All the best to the rest of you!
Richard Novey
January 21, 2017
Dr Orcutt was new to Marion when my grandmother, Norma Owen Howell, had a severe stroke at age 62 as she cared for my ailing grandfather. Dr Orcutt came to her home several times a week and helped her to recover. She lived to age 95 and never forgot his kindness to her. I was in a car accident at age 20 in 1962 and broke my neck The injury should have killed me outright or at least paralyzed me. Dr Orcutt put me in a specialized traction at St Lukes and came by each day to make adjustments and keep the nurses in line per his instructions. After that a body cast and then a collar. I know he saved my life and grandma as well. God bless him and all those he loved and cared for.
John Lange
March 4, 2015
Peggy and Patty and family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I didn't get a chance to talk to you after the beautiful service so I want to say you're in my prayers. What a great man Paul was. He will definitely be waiting for you in heaven.
Deb McNeal
Deborah
February 20, 2015
Our heartfelt sympathy to the Orcutt family in this time of bereavement.
Margaret Lanning, Joyce Lanning
February 14, 2015
To the Orcutt family, I'm very sorry for your loss. Although I only knew Dr. Orcutt slightly, I know he was a valued and respected colleague of my father, Dr. John Keith, for many years, as well as an important contributor to and member of the Marion/Cedar Rapids community generally. I'm sure he will be greatly missed professionally and personally. Sincerely, John Keith
jack keith
February 14, 2015
Orcutt family.... Dr Orcutt was our family Dr for many years before his retirement.... His love for his patients was something that stands out most... I'm do very sorry for your loss, he truly was s gift from GOD
Terrie Trachta
February 14, 2015
A tribute to Dr. Paul Orcutt - a life well lived by a distinguished gentleman...
Some people come into your life and leave...contributing nothing. Others, like Dr. Paul, stay for awhile, giving of themselves and enriching the lives of all those he meets.
It was only a decade ago that we first met Dr. Paul when he entered our little store in downtown Marion as a customer. Almost immediately he went from being a customer and became a friend. His gentle smile, positive attitude and great stories brightened our day. We always looked forward to seeing him.
Larger than life people like Dr. Paul make the world a better place. We are grateful to have had the privilege of knowing him, even though it was for too short a time. Good bye dear friend. We will miss you very much.
Our deepest sympathy to his beloved family.
Nevin & Maureen Meredith
And the entire staff at The Iowa Popcorn Company
Maureen Meredith
February 13, 2015
Remembering The Beauty of Of All The Roses .... He tended and cared for in making our neighborhood such a beautiful place ....so blessed we be.
Robert Schueler
February 13, 2015
He was the most wonderful man, boss, and friend I have ever known. His kindness, patience, and gentleness are rare. In the 18 years I worked for him, I never heard a raised voice. He loved God, his family and his patients deeply. I will miss him.
Connie Jirouch
Connie Jirouch
February 12, 2015
I was so very sorry to read of Dr. Orcutt's death. He was my family doctor for over 30 years (until I moved out of state for a time). I was most disappointed to find that he had retired by the time I returned to Marion. He took care of me, my husband, delivered and took care of both of my children. He also provided much help and guidance to many members of my extended family. I want to offer my deepest condolences to all of those people who loved him. He will be greatly missed by all of those people who were touched with his generosity, compassion, comfort and helpfulness when it was needed most.
Jeanne (Begley) Pratt
Jean (Begley) Pratt
February 11, 2015
Dear Peggy, Connie, Paula, Kit and Family,
What a blessing to know Paul, a rare and wonderful man...so full of life, love, fun, joy, generosity, compassion, spontaneous loving-kindness, sweetness, thoughtfulness, wisdom...a healer, a helper, a comforter, a father, a partner, a husband, a friend. May God bless and hold you all very close as you move thru this time of transition. Love, Jan
Jan McGuire
February 11, 2015
Our sympathy to Peggy and the family, especially Mike.
A huge loss to the family and the community.
May he rest in peace.
Chuck and Judy Rogers
February 11, 2015
Dear Peggy, Connie, Paula, Kit and Family,
What a blessing to know Paul, a rare and wonderful man...so full of life, love, fun, joy, generosity, compassion, spontaneous loving-kindness, sweetness, thoughtfulness, wisdom...a healer, a helper, a comforter, a father, a partner, a husband, a friend. May God bless and hold you all very close as you move thru this time of transition. Love, Jan
Jan McGuire
February 11, 2015
Dr. Orcutt was our family Dr. for many years. I also knew him as he made rounds on his patients at the hospital. Everyone dearly loved the man and on one ever had a harsh word to say about him. We always enjoyed chatting with him out and about in the community. They don't make many like him anymore!
Bruce and Mary Taylor
February 10, 2015
Dr. Orcutt was most likely the first face I saw when he delivered and welcomed me into this world almost 48 years ago. He was a doctor to many generations in my family, and I recall those house calls he made, which is a lost art in today's world. While most disliked going to the doctor in their younger years, I still remember him and the nurses in his office as truly kind, caring and compassionate, always making it an enjoyable experience. I hope the memories bring his family comfort at this time and going forward. I'm blessed to have known him and he will be missed...
Michele Hahn
February 10, 2015
Paul and I go way back. As a child my parents rented a home in Walker from his "Aunt Mae Trevor". I remember riding tricycles with Paul. As a young boy, Paul had a very good singing voice and sang at many community functions, such as the Walker Homecoming. I remember him singing "Little Sir Echo". He was our family doctor until his retirement and we attended the same church in Marion and saw him regularly. Jean was in the same water aerobics class as Paul at the Marion YMCA and had many good chats during class. He will be missed by all.
Bob and Jean Gritman
February 10, 2015
It was so sad to learn of Dr. Orcutt's death. He was our family doctor from the time he began his practice in Marion and continued with my parents until his retirement. I can remember him driving to Cedar Rapids one night to make a house call to check on me when I was staying at my grandmother's house. I was running an extremely high fever and he admitted me into the hospital. He was always so kind and giving to the community that he served. My sympathy to the family.
Sharon Reilly
February 10, 2015
We are saddened to hear of Paul's passing, and we mourn the loss of a wonderful man. As a teenager, I was amazed when he made a house call to see me when I was quite ill. His soft-spoken words and encouragement assured me that I would get well.
As life-long friends of my parents, Jack and Ann Walters, Paul's friendship has been enduring. Dad will miss Paul so much. Their small bridge club was a light in Dad's circle of events with friends.
We send our blessings to you and hope that the love of family and friends will help you through this difficult time.
In sympathy, Martha and Dave Booth
Martha Walters Booth
February 10, 2015
It was so sad to learn of Dr. Orcutt's death. He was our family doctor from the time he began his practice in Marion and continued with my parents until his retirement. I can remember him driving to Cedar Rapids one night to make a house call to check on me when I was staying at my grandmother's house. I was running an extremely high fever and he admitted me into the hospital. He was always so kind and giving to the community that he served. My sympathy to the family.
Sharon Reilly
February 10, 2015
We have a long history with our Dr. Paul.....Delivering and caring for our three sons for many years. He did make house calls and helped us many times with accidents and Illnesses. He was a excellent story teller and loved his tales of the "black bag". A group of us were proud to nominate him as Citizen of the Year in 1977. Always a friend and he took time to say hello any time he saw us. Sincerely, Bob & Sherry
Bob & Sherry Murray
February 10, 2015
I had the good fortune of being introduced to Dr. Paul Orcutt (and Peggy) through Dr. Earl DeShaw and through Paul and Peggy’s neighbors, Wilfred and Lucille Shellenbarger in 1980…all six, wonderful people! Earl and Shelly were long time Camp Courageous Board Members, who thought the world of Paul and Peggy, and rightfully. Paul was a friend to all. Always willing to spare his time and resources to help another. Paul's genuine and compassionate personality, and the thousands of lives he touched, will live on as a legacy to this wonderful man. We will dearly miss Paul, here at Camp Courageous.
Charlie Becker
February 10, 2015
Where do I even begin. Memories have just been pouring through my mind. I am so blessed that I was able to visit with Paul after church last summer when I was visiting. There are some individuals who play a major role in one's life, and Paul was one of them. From the time I was 5 thru the birth of my three sons, he was an integral part of my life. I'll never forget walking home from a football game and developing severe pain in my toe in the night. Mom ended up calling Paul and we all went to his office in pajamas and robes to extract a sewing needle from my big toe. Paul and Peggy got married the same month as I did and he was so thoughtful in not wanting to upstage me they made sure my date was first. Or the time I was pregnant with my first son and thought I was having gas pains from onion rings the night before. Paul didn't believe it so came over to our house, checked me out and we barely made it to the hospital. Connie and Paula, we were so lucky to grow up in such a close knit neighborhood with so many wonderful memories. We got each other thru the good times and the sad. I am so disappointed that I can't be there for the service and to see you again but I'm the temporary nanny for my new granddaughter in CA until March.
Thank God for the memories and Peggy my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Love, Joan
Joan Schueler Long
February 9, 2015
I was born and raised in Marion but moved away in 1963. Dr, Orcutt was our family doctor and I vividly remember Dr. Orcutt making a house call to my family's home when I wasn't feeling well. He was a gentle, loving and caring doctor. I now reside in Reno, Nevada where I see he has a son living. My condolences to his family.
Caralyn Brown Landacre
February 9, 2015
Sending heartfelt condolences to the whole Orcutt-Callahan family. I "met" Paul only via stories and vacation photos shared by his daughter Connie, yet I knew he's a wonderful man based on the loving family he leaves behind (and his longstanding career of service). A very nice tribute here... I can glimpse how very special he was to all who knew him personally. Such a loss for so many. I hope many warm memories will leave you smiling and smiling some more, after the tears for his departure. And may the love of family and friends comfort you during this difficult time.
Tracy Patruno, Brookline MA
Tracy Patruno
February 9, 2015
I admired Dr. Paul for his work in Marion. My wife and I thought highly of him.
Dr. and Mrs. Dick Fiester
Dr. and Mrs. Dick Fiester
February 9, 2015
Our deepest sympathies are with your family. Prayers of strength for you all.
God Bless!
Coy & Bonnie Walton
Troy Mills
Coy & Bonnie Walton
February 9, 2015
Connie and Paula - We remember all the fun times with you and your Dad when you would come out to our farm and ride your horses. Paul was a wonderful person to know.
Rick and Jan Worcester
February 9, 2015
Dear Peggy and Family - We are shocked and saddened at the news of Paul's death. What a wonderful man and friend he was, as I'm sure you have been told by many. He was compassionate, caring doctor with a wonderful sense of humor! You could tell that he loved his patients! And he was so proud of his kids! He would tell a story and always end with a hearty laugh... I can still hear him laugh. I can't tell you how many times we rushed one of our kids across the street, hoping Paul could "fit us in". He always made time for everyone. Since we lived across the street on 9th Avenue, we could see him staying late many nights - caring for those in need. It was a sad day for our whole family when he decided to retire. We are so thankful for our phone conversations we had over the years with both you and Paul and happy that we had dinner with you both not long ago. You have our deepest sympathy and love. Gary & Judy Bjornsen Also, Terri, Scott and Steve Bjornsen
Gary and Judy Bjornsen
February 9, 2015