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Robyn Anderson Obituary
A woman of majestic spirit, Robyn died October 28, 2011. She remained teachable and determined during her four-year experience with ovarian cancer. Born to the late Marvin R. and Carrol R. Curtis and raised in Salt Lake City, she attended East High, BYU, and the U of U. Denver has been her home for 22 years. Survived by her companion, Lane, six children, five siblings and Darlene Curtis, who married her father in later years. Robyn considered her children her greatest life's work and found true joy in mothering. She was the heart of a Christ-centered home. Robyn was gifted with the ability to research, apply, and teach principles she learned. She valued everyone and empowered many with her love and friendship. Services in Colorado on Nov. 4. More information at HoranCares.com.
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Terri (Ward) Winterton
November 11, 2011
I was greatly saddened to hear of Robyn's passing. She was such an inspiration and truly the nicest person to be around. I consider it my privilege to have known her during our high school years.
She will be greatly missed by all whose lives she touched.
Kris (Waltman) Bigelow
November 8, 2011
I was so sorry to hear of Robyn's passing, too young. Ohhh! How precious our time is here on earth and I know that Robyn made the most of her time and lived life to it's fullest and appreciated all who she loved, because that was what she was all about. Robyn had a vast capacity for love. I was immediately taken back to our 9th grade year when Robyn & I served as student body officers at Clayton Jr High in 9th grade. She was so pretty with her long, thick hair and her petite but strong lithe body and her ready smile. What a firecracker. I really admired her and she influenced me in many positive ways. Robyn's mom was very sick and she had to help out at home quite a bit, but there was never had one hint of complaint. She lost her mother that year and I vividly remember Mr. Harward (our sponsor, a great man himself, who always had classical music running and would pause in a meeting to make sure we heard certain parts or knew who the composer was. He was also one of the few who really influenced my life) calling us to his office and with great emotion telling us about Robyn's mom passing away. When she came to school she was so brave and had such poise and I knew then just how outstanding her character was. This had quite an effect on me because I had lost my mother when I was in the second grade and I so much wanted to comfort her but I knew that while you can have something like that in common, you are still worlds apart because such an experience is so intensely personal. I was so choked up about it. Really she did more to put us all at ease. That was the kind of person she was. She opened up to me quite a bit and asked questions about what I had gone through and we shared this bond of loss and an unspoken respect for the unreachable areas of lingering grief that one must live with. We had a great year together with lots of fun. She was a very organized and hard worker and willing to go along with some of my crazy ideas for assembly's. One time I volunteered to make a banner because I said, "I have good handwriting, I can do it". Robyn graciously insisted, "Oh no, I'll do that you write the announcement". I later figured out that I absolutely have terrible handwriting (what was I thinking!). She totally saved me. The banner was beautiful with her perfect script. I got married a year out of high school and was busy working and going to college and felt a bit isolated from my past when one day Robyn called out of the blue and invited me to lunch. She had figured out that we both lived in the Avenues. She was not only happily married, but pregnant and I was blown away by that. We were so young, but Robyn, especially has a perennial youthful image in my mind. I later really enjoyed seeing her as a mom. She, as always, was ebullient and immersed in her baby and the path she was on. We saw each other a few more times, and then were swept up in the tides of life and we lost touch when she moved away, but I heard a bit about her from my sister-in-law who had a connection to her through marriage. I can see her now, smiling and laughing and cheering us all on. She is the source of such fond memories, I'm sure for all who knew her and I am so grateful for that. I hope that this will be a source of comfort and nourishment as the years go by, and especially wish this for her immediate family.
Teri Wariner
November 7, 2011
Im so sad to hear of Robyn's passing. Many years ago she had been such a good friend to me. I moved into her neighborhood in the 8th grade, she immediately took me in, inviting to her home, introducing me to her friends, through out High School she was my shining example of how to treat people, she is still the example that I use when teaching my own children how to include everyone!
The last time I saw her was at a High School reunion, and she is the person I most wanted to see & looked the hardest to find.
The Curtis/Anderson families have been in my prayers, my hearfelt sympathy and love go out to each one of you. Many times our young women group sang together with Robyn playing the guitar, we always sang There is a time for every season under heaven.
I know that she is still close by, with her fabulous smile & strength! I truely love & appreciate her so much! And pray that our Heavenly Fathers choicest blessing will be poured out on all her dear loved ones in the days ahead. Just wanted to let you all know that Iam a much better person for having Robyn as one of my best friends!
Love to you all, Teri Harmon Wariner
Gary and Jan Lindsey
November 5, 2011
Dear Lane,
Gary and I were deeply saddened to learn of Robyn's passing. She was such a bright light in the lives of everyone she touched! We regret we were unable to attend the service Friday. Gary is in Europe on business, and I'm dealing with the aftermath of a massive stroke. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers, and we hope you will find peace and comfort in your many wonderful memories of Robyn. Please let us know if there's anything we can do to be of service to your family. With love, Gary and Jan
Barb Richards
November 2, 2011
Lane, Nate and family: We are so sad to hear that Robyn with all her charm and vivacious energy has passed on. I can still picture her eating a baggie of carrots on the soccer sideline. She leaves behind a wonderful family and community that has been forever blessed by her gentle spirit. The Richards family
Lori (Cummings) Judd
November 2, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of this great loss. Robyn was an inspiration to so many during her life. I knew her in high school and was blessed to work with her at Brighton Girls Camp in '77. She was an influence for good everywhere she went. My sincere condolences to the family and friends she left behind.
Treva Bolton
November 2, 2011
I am extremely saddened for our lost of a beautiful spirit. I will never forget Robyn's smile and her being so incredibly sweet and loving. Her memories will live on forever in everyone of us. I am truly blessed to have her apart of my life.
John & Kathy McKay
November 2, 2011
I am so very sorry for your profound loss, Lane. I haven't seen Robyn in many years, but recall her fondly as a sweet, energetic, caring, and vibrant woman. Please know that you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
November 2, 2011
I am schocked and saddened by this news. Every year as we caught up on families with our christmas cards Robyn never mentioned what she was dealing with. Dear Lane and children, grandchildren....what a wonderful lady to have as wife, mother, and grandmother. She's too young and will be missed immensely I'm sure.
I loved Robyn as one of my dearest friends in High School and as roommates at BYU. She continues to be a source of strength and inspiration even through this experience.
For those of us still here I feel your pain and grief....Robyn is not lost....she is near and will continue to be your greatest cheerleader and comfort. Hold her dear.
Will she be laid to rest in Colorado? Hope to continue to hear updates. Love to you Lane and kids.
Sharon (Foulger) and Scott Hansen
Matthew Hosford
November 2, 2011
The description of Robyn as a woman of majestic spirit truly captures the person I remember so fondly from my youth. She was a constant inspiration and always made time to listen and demonstrate genuine interest and care. My sympathies to the family who surely will miss her deeply.
Allison (Fuji) Meifu-Sidwell
November 1, 2011
I'm so very sorry to hear of this great loss of a treasured and beautiful woman who touched many lives with her vibrant and loving spirit. The world was a better place because of her. Even though the years have come and gone since knowing her in high school, she had such a profound impact that those of us who had the sweet experience to know Robyn feel such a great loss in her passing. Extending my love and prayers to the family. She will always be remembered with the greatest of amount of love and admiration. May the Lord bless and sustain you.
Pam "O'Neal" Lee
November 1, 2011
My heart and prayers go out to the Curtis/ Anderson family. I went to high school with Robin. She was a warm caring and full of live person. Her smile and laugh would warm up the room. She was a friend to all.
B.J. (Betty Jo Klc) Fullmer
November 1, 2011
I looked up to Robyn and wanted to be just like her. I loved her smile, laugh and pleasant, fun personality. She had a strong testimony of our Savior and her life was an example of His love.
My sympathy is extended her wonderful family, to Lane and her beautiful children. Also to her many great brothers and sisters.
I am sure there was a wonderful reunion with her parents and loved ones.
I treasure my friendship with Robyn at East High. She always radiated the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Bradly Berntson
November 1, 2011
My heart and prayers go out to the Curis/Anderson families. Growing up as backyard neighbors and friends our two families enjoyed much of our youth together and created so many great memories . Robyn was my Fvorite babysitter and later my first guitar teacher. I will always remember fondly her bright smile and cheerful demeanor. It's my prayer that your faith will sustain you at such a trying time and that you will know that she has been warmly reunited with her mom, dad and Matthew.............Love Bradly Tew Berntson
Stephen & Wendy Sorensen
November 1, 2011
Much love and heartfelt sympathy to the Anderson/Curtis families. Robyn was a cheerful, kind and always thoughtful friend when we were growing up together so many years ago. May the knowledge that she is reunited with her parents and patiently but vigorously continues to work and wait for a joyous reunion bring you some peace and assurance of an eternity together.
Kelly & Christina (Woodard) McKendrick
November 1, 2011
What a most unpleasant surprise. My wife and I went to East with Robyn. I remember meeting Robyn and thinking that this was the nicest person in the whole world. Never did I hear a bad comment about anyone. Everyone was her best friend regardless of who or where they came from. And she was always happy. I will never forget that smile that she always had on. Days that were hard if I saw Robyn I knew things would be OK. To this day if someone asks me who is one of the kindest and nicest person I have ever met, Robyn would be at the top of my list. I only wish we had kept closer to her and her family with ours.
God Bless your family. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you. Thanks for being such an example to us. And to the family thanks for sharing one of the Nicest Celestial beings. A true Child of God.
Kirk & Sue Drussel
November 1, 2011
Robyn was such a wonderful and cheerful person to be around. She was always positive and embraced every opportunity to serve. She will surly be missed by all who knew her. Our prayers are with you all.
Wendi (Truswell) Brierley
November 1, 2011
I think I knew this woman. We volunteered together in the Denver Temple one day last spring. As we were talking and sharing our experiences, I was pleased to discover that we both attended East High school. What impresses me most about that day is her quiet dignity. She never mentioned her cancer. She was upbeat and pleasing to be around. The world has lost a ray of sunshine. I know that sister Anderson believed in eternal families, and I hope her family will be comforted in the promise of eternal life. May God bless you.
Paul Archer
October 31, 2011
Robyn, we will always remember your friendship, love, faith, and example. Thanks for letting us be part of your wonderful life.
Paul and Carol Archer
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