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Robin Menkens Obituary
MENKENS - Robin Lynn, 49, passed away August 12 in Orange Park, Florida. "R.L" graduated from Bay Shore High School, Bay Shore, N.Y. in 1976. She married Heiko Menkens, a quality assurance engineer with Mercedes Benz Corporation. Together they enjoyed assignments in Germany, South Africa, and most recently, Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Robin's tales of vacations throughout Europe and Africa were the highlights of every party and reunion, inspiring the imagination of her many friends. Always quick with a smile, she was also an inspiration to her fellow cancer patients, freely sharing her triumphs and challenges. Robin is survived by Heiko, daughter Bethany, step daughters Sabrina and Lousia, sister Sharon Gensch (Dan), brother Brian (Debbie) and the many other relatives, friends and acquaintances whose lives she touched. Her passing was preceded by that of her parents, Georgina and Donald Bennett. Viewing is from 5-7pm on Friday, August 15th at the Jacksonville Memory Gardens, 111 Blanding Blvd., Orange Park, Florida. The funeral service is at 11am on Saturday, August 16th, at the Switzerland Community Church, 2179 State Road 13, Switzerland, Florida. Very special thanks to all who assisted in Robin's care, particularly the staff of the Mayo Clinic's Oncology unit. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Robin's memory to: Mayo Clinic Jacksonville-Melanoma Research, Attention: Dr. William Maples, Department of Development, 4500 San Pablo Road, Jacksonville, FL 32224.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robin Menkens
Nicole Helgeson
July 28, 2009
Dear Heiko and Bethany,
unfortunately I only just found out about Robin Lynn's passing. I am so sorry and hope you are doing ok. Time will surely help and it hasn't been easy for you guys in a long time.
Robin Lynn's spirit will long stay with me. How I remember our laughter in South Africa!
We wish you all the best and please contact us.
Nicole and Eric Helgeson
[email protected]
Ulrich Ertel
September 6, 2008
Das Schlimme am Tod ist nicht die Tatsache, dass er uns einen geliebten Menschen nimmt, sondern vielmehr, dass er uns mit unseren Erinnerungen allein lässt.
Mary Rhodes
August 25, 2008
We met Robin and Heiko and Bethany when we moved to Tuscaloosa last August. We didn't get the true pleasure of meeting Robin for a couple weeks after we got here because she was receiving treatment in FL. The day I met this wonderful, inspirational, fun and high-spirted lady she was in her lounge pants and invited me in. Six hours later after talking, laughing, crying, more laughing I went back across the street to my house. My life will never be the same after that day of meeting that woman. I am so honored and blessed that God allowed Robin to enter my life! Robin didn't know a stranger....well at least not for long. Her laughter, fun personalty, faith, and positive attitude spoke volumes of what she was dealing with. We have lost a beautiful woman here on earth, but heaven has gained an elegant spirit! I lost my mom in April 07 and I know my mom was there along with many others to welcome Robin into a very warm and loving circle of family and friends in heaven...heaven will never be the same. :o) Robin had cancer.... but not until the end did cancer have Robin.
God blessed our lives with Robin, and He continues to bless our lives with Heiko, Bethany, Dan, Sharon and the many other family members and friends that her life and memories will continue to touch. Remember...Somedays....You just have to keep paddling.
Our love
David, Mary and Alex
Dan Gensch
August 19, 2008
Robin,
I am truly blessed to have known you. Sharon and I look forward to seeing you in Heaven. What a party that will be! I love you!
Christian Hartung
August 19, 2008
Du,liebe Robin ,bist von uns gegangen,nach langen Qualen und Leid.Ich hoffe das es Dir jetzt besser geht,wo Du auch bist.Ich behalte Dich so in Erinnerung wie ich Dich zu letzt gesehen habe,lachend und glücklich.Ich habe eine gute Freundin verloren.
Anna Hartung
August 18, 2008
Liebe Robin!
Es gibt die Geburt und den Tod,
zwei Akte in einem Schauspiel, das
Leben genannt wird. Dazwischen gibt es einen Zeitraum, den man genießen sollte. Die kurze Zeit mt Dir war sehr schön wir haben viel gelacht und viel Spaß gehabt, wir haben es genossen. Jetzt bist Du gegangen ,ich hoffe Du hast Dein Glück gefunden.
Eines der wundervollsten Dinge, die man besitzen kann, ist das Wissen,
sein Leben sinnvoll verbracht zu haben. Das hast Du gemacht.
Keine Seele verschwindet von Glück unberührt aus diesem Leben.
Ich werde Dich nie vergessen.
Christian Hartung
August 18, 2008
Wir sind tiefbetrübt und unendlich traurig über den Verlust von Robin Lynn,einer sehr liebgewonnenen Freundin.Die Stunden und Tage,die wir mit Dir verbringen durften sind für uns eine Belohnung gewesen So wollen wir Dich,liebe Robin,in Erinnerung behalten. DANKE
Ute Holtkamp
August 17, 2008
Die Nachricht von Robins Tod hat uns sehr bewegt.
Hast dich so lange geplagt, liebe Robin, sorgtest dich um unser Glück.
Bist jetzt müde, gehst zu Gott, lässt uns hier allein zurück.
Habe Dank, liebe Robin, schließe die müden Augen zu,
ruhe aus die lieben Hände, falte sie zur ewigen Ruh.
Wie keine andere war Robin nicht nur für Bethany und Heiko da, sie hat sich auch rührend um Louisa bemüht.
Was bleibt, sind dankbare Erinnerungen.
Wir bedauern diesen Verlust zutiefst und sprechen unser aufrichtiges Mitgefühl aus.
Ein neuer Stern am Himmel trägt jetzt deinen Namen
Ute und Louisa Holtkamp
Delmenhorst/Germany
Liebe Robin,
dein Tod hat mich sehr Traurig gemacht,aber ich hoffe das es dir da wo du jetzt bist sehr gut geht, und das du nie wieder Krebs bekommst.
Die Zeit mit dir war sehr schön.
I allways love you
In love Louisa
Meike Reuter
August 16, 2008
R.L., ich bin froh das ich Zeit mit dir verbringen durfte, wenn sie auch zu kurz war. Danke für die schönen Erlebnisse mit dir in Deutschland, Südafrika und USA. Ich werde dich vermissen.
Robbie and Lora Ransom
August 15, 2008
May God's Loving Arms hold all of you during this time of sorrow. Knowing that the gift of eternal life will allow you to be with Robin again. Our love and prayers are with you. John 8:12
Monica Mize
August 15, 2008
Robin was a very special person and touched many lives with her story. My mother-in-law and I met Robin at the Tuscaloosa Cancer Center and were lucky enough to get to chat with her and even attend a lunch with her. Through her we got a feel for the true blessings that she had recieved and would pass on through her larger life smile. She was and still is a true inspiration to many and will be missed.
Rose Muir (Pepe)
August 14, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with Robin's family. She will be remembered in my thoughts and prayers..God Bless you Robin
Patricia McCafferty
August 14, 2008
Very sorry to hear about Robin-Lynn.
Please send me your address. Dr. Hughes and Dr. Sanford would like to send a note.
My e-mail is [email protected]
Patricia @ Cancer CAre Center of Tuscaloosa
Robin Peck
August 14, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with all of the family and friends that Robin loved so dearly. It was truly an inspiration and blessing to have the honor of knowing such a brave and strong woman. Although she is gone from us, she will always be in our hearts.
Sharon Gensch
August 14, 2008
Roob,
You were my best friend and I'll always miss you! I Love you! I'll see you in heaven.
Love, Sharon
Theresa Hampton
August 14, 2008
We were very sorry to hear of Robins passing. She was an inspiration to us all....We will miss her smile and her wonderful sense of
humor.. She wil be greatly missed.
The Girls from Cancer Care Center of Tuscaloosa...
Steve Roth
August 14, 2008
To the Menkens & Bennett families,
It has been many years since I've seen Robin but remember her fondly. I am so sorry to learn that she was taken from you so early. I will say a prayer for your families and know that Robin is now in a wonderful place awaiting your arrival down the road.
God Bless,
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