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Robin Williams Obituary

WILLIAMS, Robin (Bridge) 45, of Salem NH passed away peacefully on Oct. 16th with her husband at her side after losing her valiant battle with lung cancer. She grew up in Reading, MA and worked at M/A Com in Lowell. Survived by: Husband Brian Williams of Salem, NH. Step-children: Julie Williams, Tracy Donahue & husband Tom, Kim Ackerman & husband Jack. Brother: William Bridge III of Stoneham, MA. Sisters: Carol Pelosi of Reading, MA, Laurie Azari of Houston, TX, Valerie Bridge of Raymond, NH, and Jan Polacek of PA. Several nieces and nephews and several step-grandchildren. Calling hours are Sun., Oct. 19 from 2-5 PM, followed by a funeral service at 5 PM at the Douglas & Johnson Funeral Home, 214 Main St, SALEM, NH. Burial will be private at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to: Lung Cancer Alliance, PO Box 630972, Baltimore,MD21263-0972, www.lungcanceralliance.org. To send a message of condolence to the family, please view the obitat www.douglasandjohnson.com

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Published by Boston Globe on Oct. 18, 2008.

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Sandy Hurd

October 12, 2023

Her incredible smile and her twinkling eyes. I let Robin show one of my horses and she got 2nd place. We had fun no matter where we went. When she needed to make fun of a situation , her go to line was "Isn't that special?" We loved shopping for riding clothes or horse related items. The Deerfield Fair grounds always reminds me of her and her love of showing. Never give up..... try your hardest to keep on going.

Sandy Hurd

October 15, 2019

Hard to believe another year has come and gone. I think of you daily and see your big smile, twinkling eyes and hear your infectious laughter. Rest in peace my friend and know that you will always live on in my heart.

mia brennan

October 29, 2008

dear Brian
I was very saddened to hear of your loss. Bill and I want to offer our deepest sympathy. We only just heard of the news. I only knew robin briefly but she touched my life. Bill has nothing but wonderful memories of the two of you. if their is anything you need. please contact us.
Love Mia Brennan

Joe Nap

October 23, 2008

Brian,
I am very sad to hear about Robin and I'm very sorry for your loss. She will be missed by all who knew her. Robin is a wonderful person who will always be remembered. She would always be there to help us at work with a smile. My prayers and thoughts are with you and Robin's Family. Once again I'm very sorry.

Lisa, Paul,Shelby Lyn & Smokey Cole

October 22, 2008

Brian;
We will all miss Robin very much. You two where one of the first people we
met when we moved to Salem. Robin and I broke many grounds together becoming the first in the Elks, many nights babysitting our husbands (Mutt & Jeff) and a lot of thinks I can laugh to myself about.

Robin so sorry I did not get a chance to say goodbye and that you did not get a chance to see Shelby all grown up at the age of seven.

We love both of you; our hearts are broken.

Bob & Montana

October 20, 2008

Robin's easy smile and welcoming nature helped you to realize that you had truly met someone special.
Our heartfelt sympathies go out to Robin's family and especially to our brother Brian. May the pain of loss pass quickly and leave you with only many cherished and happy memories.

Bridget Paquette

October 20, 2008

Brian
I am so very sorry to hear of Robin's passing. She was always one of my favorites and will always have a special place in my heart. I will miss seeing her smile & hearing her laugh echo through the halls of the clinic.
Watching the two of you together was always inspiring. You made a great team! I am sure she is at peace now & is watching over you with love. I bet she even has a notebook with her to keep every detail organized, just as you did for her. God Bless.
Bridget O'

Stephanie Palermo

October 19, 2008

Robin Im sorry I didnt come see you in your last few weeks you had here, but i think its a good thing bc i wont have the image of you in the hospital engraved in my mind forever, ill have the way you really were- they way everyone should remember you. Happy, laughing, and enjoying life healthy. I know we always talked about going riding together and I know it only happened once.. I should have made more of an effort to get together with you and Louie. Someday - when I see you again.. I promise we'll ride together :) we have a date.
I love you very much. and will miss you more than I think I realize at this point. We'll all keep Gramps lots of company. Dont worry about him -

Bruce Livingstone

October 19, 2008

Even though I didn't know you well, as one of Julie Williams' best friends, I certainly knew of you, and your awful journey over the past year and a half. They say "only the good die young," and you are a true testament of that. Life will not be the same in the Williams family for a long time!

Kim Ackerman

October 19, 2008

Robin, you will be deeply missed by so many, especiallly my dad. I will carry my memories of you in my heart forever. You had the most beautiful smile and most contagious laughter Ive ever seen. Thank you for being part of our lives. I love you, Rest Peacefully and Im sure we will all be together again someday.

Rose Young-Stewart

October 19, 2008

I am sad to know your wife has died at such a young age. It's a shame for all who loved her.

Harry Paraskos

October 18, 2008

A LETTER TO ROBIN
Dear Robin
I will miss you. The first time I met you I liked you instantly, Brian told me I would.
Maybe it was your youthful beauty that caught my old eye. No! it must have been your
smile that made me feel so welcome. Perhaps the glow of happiness in your eyes or your spontaneous
and sincere laughter. No! I am sure it was your charming personality. Well I still could not
put my finger on the quality that made me like you so much.
So I asked Brian , "What is it about her that I like so much" he could not tell me because he was already madly in love with you. Well I finally figured it out the last time I saw you. And now I know it was all of things above
and so much more... The cancer may have beaten your body but NOT your heart, your faith or courage.
With all the problems you had, you still managed to make me feel loved and wanted. Your sense of humor & laughter, those joyful eyes and that smile that always said " I am glad to see you again"
I will always have wonderful memories of you and my friend Brian.. God bless you
may you rest in peace..
Your Friend
Harry

John Arsenault

October 18, 2008

Thoughts and prayers are with Brian and all who have been touched by Robin's sincere kindness and smiles throughout the yrs. Rest peacefully and God Bless!

Marge Mullen

October 18, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

New England Saddlebred Association

Sandy Hurd

October 18, 2008

Robin, This isn't the way it was supposed to be. Remember we talked about how when I got my barn we would show our horses all over New England. Have good times again, just like we did back at Red Oak. I consider you one of my best friends and there are few. Be at peace my friend and I will always carry you in my heart.

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