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Robin Foreback Obituary

Robin Sue Foreback Lansing Robin's long struggle with multiple myeloma came to an end on September 28, 2010. Born September 16, 1943, she was the oldest of six children; she was predeceased by her sister Sharon. Robin is survived by her husband Larry; sons Randy (Lori), and William (Jennifer); and daughter, Anne (Randy) Everett. She will be greatly missed by her six grandchildren, Morgan, Savanna, R.J., Kennedy, Kianna, and Mackenzie. Robin graduated from Eastern High School and worked for the Ingham County Friend of the Court for 30 years. She was also a member of Calvary Baptist Church. She loved spending time with her grandchildren, family and friends. A funeral service will be held Friday, October 1, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, 14769 Wood St, Lansing, with the Rev. Tad Jameson officiating. The family will receive friends Thursday from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 E. Michigan Ave, Lansing. Memorial contributions may be made to Sparrow Hospice Services, C/O Sparrow Foundation, P.O. Box 30480, Lansing, MI 48909-7980 or the International Myeloma Foundation, 12650 Riverside Drive, Suite 206, North Hollywood, CA 91607-3421 in memory of Robin. Please visit www.gorslineruncimanlansing.com to sign the guestbook for the family.

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Sep. 30, 2010.

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Tommy Edwards

September 24, 2020

These 10 years have quickly passed. Robin was such a beautiful person...inside and out. The times I spent with her in growing up were precious. I look forward to seeing her in heaven. She was such a. wonderful cousin.

Anne Foreback-Everett

January 12, 2011

What can I say I miss you every day!!! I'm so glad that your not in pain any more!!!! But it is still so sad that we can't visit anymore!!! I miss talking to you!!! I miss you& love you always you were the best mother anyone could ask for !!! love ya Annie

November 1, 2010

To all of Robin's family,

Robin was always such a beautiful person, inside and out. The youthful days of coming to Tennessee to visit family remain so cherished. As an adult, Robin still found the time to return to her father's roots and share her family with us. She was wonderful to stay in touch and let us know the happenings with our Michigan family members. I am so sad that she was suffering....I am so sad that she is now gone. I look forward to seeing her in heaven, as I am certain she has enjoyed many reunions there. She left this earth on the same day as her cousin, Edith, just two years years later. My sympathy to all the family and thanks to Candy for the nice letter which I know was so hard to write. With great love and joy that Robin is at peace, with no pain and waiting for the rest of us to follow. GOD BLESS each and everyone....Tommy and Marilyn Edwards

October 17, 2010

Larry, I have had memories of Robin on my mind every since I heard of her death. We use to have so much fun when we lived across the street from you and Robin. I would grab a cup of coffee, Lori & Mark (still in their pj's) and go to your house and we would start the day with laughter and friendship. Words cannot lessen the pain and loss you are feeling. Just remember to grieve because by grieving you will survive. I still miss my husband, Len, and he has been deceased for 5 1/2 yrs. Love doesn't end just because a person is not around. Thinking of you and wishing for you God's dearest blessings, Virgene

October 4, 2010

Our thoughrs and prayers are with you and your family.
May God Bless all of you and be with you.
The Jim Keyton Family

Margie schofield

October 4, 2010

My deepest sympathy to all the family

October 4, 2010

DEAR LARRY&FAMILY,I'M SO SORRY JUST HEARD ABOUT ROBBIN. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU. YOUR COUSIN DANNY FOREBACK

Donna Baker-Aikin

October 4, 2010

I am so sorry for your lost. I remember Robin as the big sister of one of my best friends, Candy. I always thought that Robin was so pretty and so nice. She always treated me nicely.

Minette Lenon

October 4, 2010

I am thinking of you all and I am so sorry for your loss.

Sharon Whipple

October 3, 2010

Dear Larry and Family. I only worked with Robin for about 5 years and grew to love and respect Robin very much. She was such a loving and caring person who truly loved her family and her grandchildren, especially. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Take care,

LeAnn Himebaugh-Dethlefsen

October 3, 2010

Dear Foreback Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Robin was one of the kindest, most giving person I have ever known. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Faith Bacon

October 2, 2010

Dear Ones, I am sure that you realize that Robin adopted me, as her sister, your aunt,.etc over 31 years ago. I couldn't have chosen a more wonderful sister than Robin. My selfish self wasn't ready to let her go, but I can knowing that she is no longer in pain. She promised me that she will be waiting for this sister, when God decides it is my time to be with her again. I have said many times that " SHE IS THE BRAVEST PERSON I HAVE EVER KNOWN" She touched us all with her love and understanding and by doing that has made us all be better people. Good-bye dear friend your sister will always carry you in my heart.

Raymond Gill

October 1, 2010

Robin was a very warm and caring person big hearted I know she will be deeply missed by all she came in contact with Love and Prayers to Larry, Anne, Randy and Bill

Jeff Brown

October 1, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of Robin's passing. I will never forget the memories I have of your family when I was a child. You're house was my second home. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Jamie and Richard Doezema

October 1, 2010

Our words simply can not express the feelings of loss and saddness in our hearts, but we are relieved that Robin's suffering has ended. Every message is testimony of how none of us have ever known a more precious, thoughtful or kinder person. Robin was a role model for the whole world (no exageration) and we were just fortunate to have her life cross our paths to show us the way to Eternal Life. Larry and family, please know the prayers and sorrow in our hearts that words just simply can not express. We all share your grief and send you our love.

Molly

October 1, 2010

I will be praying for your comfort. I am at a loss and sorry seems so small to say to you all. I love you.

September 30, 2010

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Keith & Lisa Marie (Duncan) Edwards, Clinton Township, MI

jane crouch

September 30, 2010

So sorry for you loss, I hope I can be as brave with my battle as mrs. forback.

jane crouch

September 30, 2010

My prayers are with you, I hope I am as brave and couragous with her battle with multiple myaloma.

September 30, 2010

We are keeping all of you in our thoughts, always, but especially through this difficult time. So glad we had the opportunity to know such a brave women.
Bruce and Judy Tarantino

September 30, 2010

Dear Larry and Family Robin will be missed by so many. I am so sorry for your loss. Know that my prayers are with all of you and we will see you at the services tomorrow. Love Melody Crandall and Family

Terri Church

September 30, 2010

So sorry for your loss. Robin always had a ready smile and willingness to give to all she encountered. She will be sadly missed.

Alicia Morrison

September 30, 2010

Anne, Randy, Savannah & RJ - So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Stay strong and know that her love will always be with you.
Alicia & Mark Morrison (Alexis Fuentes) & Family

September 30, 2010

"My thoughts are with Robin's family. Knowing and working with Robin was a joy--she was a truly fine person." Susan Howard, East Lansing

September 30, 2010

"My thoughts are with Robin's family. Knowing and working with Robin was a joy--she was a truly fine person." Susan Howard, East Lansing

Dave & Bev Brown

September 30, 2010

Larry and family please accept our deepest sympathy and know that our prayers of peace and comfort go with you. Take comfort in knowing she is still alive, whole, and well with our Saviour. She awaits us all in paradise.

Larry it has been a long road since my Douglas Steel days but knowing you and Robin made them a blessing and eventful to say the least. I still don't have a basketball shot and your left handed hook was awesome.

Sandy Mazuchowski RN

September 30, 2010

Dear Larry and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. We had certainly gotten to know you and Robin well over the last couple of years...she was such a fighter and you, her strength and support. May you all find peace and comfort in the days to come.

Robbie

September 30, 2010

Aunt Robin was the matriarch of our family. No one will be able to fill those shoes she wore with as much grace or dignity. Our hearts hurt for the loss of her, but when we think of her it will be with Christmas joy too. We will miss her so very much, no words can describe. Keep those in heaven organized Aunt Robin, we love you!!!!

September 30, 2010

Robin was beautiful inside and out, she has left behind a legacy of love and passion to all that she touched, she truly was one of a kind, the world has lost an angel and god has added one.
love to the family from Tracy Haney

Ray & Ruthanne Ovenhouse

September 30, 2010

We have all lost a wonderful friend who was an example to us of what a Christian should strive to be. Our comfort as friends and for her loving family is in knowing she is no longer in pain and the certainty that she is with her Savior.

Ward Staffeld

September 30, 2010

My deepest sympathy to Robin's family. I had the personal joy of working with Robin for 20 years and she was one of the most wonderful human beings I have ever met. Her warmth and kindness were always at the forefront, and she never had an unkind word to say about anyone. I know she is already sorely missed by family and friends, but she will remain in the hearts of all who knew her, forever.

Ward Staffeld
Court Administrator/Friend of the Court
Newaygo County

Deb Stoner

September 30, 2010

Dear Larry, Randy, Annie & Bill & families - I just want you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers as you walk this journey. Robin was the sweetest, kindest & bravest person I have ever known as she fought courageously and I will miss her terribly. Her Faith never waivered and I admired her for that. I always teasingly used to call her 'Saint' Robin because she was, at least in my definition of that word--she used to laugh at me when I called her that. I so enjoyed our monthly dinners together - she always made me smile. Just cherish the memories, laugh and cry if you must but she has left a lasting legacy to all those she met & know that she loved you all more than life itself. She was so proud of each of her kids and the type of adults you had become & she sure did love her grand kids. Love you all.

Joyce Carpenter

September 30, 2010

So sorry for your loss. Robin was a great co-worker at Friend of the Court. Have many fond memories, Love and prayer for your family.

September 30, 2010

Words cannot even describe what a truly amazing person Robin was...the world has lost a very special lady. We will miss her and have all of her family in our thoughts and prayers! The Hotchkiss Family

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