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Karol Robbins Obituary

Karol L. (Bosworth) DeBolt Robbins

Des Moines

Karol Lee Robbins, 67, was born January 1, 1946 in Des Moines, the daughter of Harry and Agnes (Nittler) Bosworth. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family Thursday, September 12, 2013 at UnityPoint Health Des Moines Methodist after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Karol retired from Des Moines University after 30 years of faithful service. She also owned and operated the Dinner Bell at the Iowa State Fair for 27 years.

Karol is survived by her loving husband, Tom Robbins; children, Kimberlee (DeBolt) Sams, Tommy Robbins and Rusti Robbins; grandchildren, Kristopher, Kasi, Kelsie and Tanner; great-grandchildren, Jayce, Gage, Logan, Nova, Kaden, Shilah and Desi; sister, Karen (Jay) Knight; "big brother," Jack McCuen; ex-husband and close friend, David (Jacque) DeBolt; other loving relatives and many special friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Randy DeBolt and granddaughter, Kallie.

The family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, September 17, 2013 at Hamilton's Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 18, 2013 at the funeral home. Private burial will take place at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

Published by the Des Moines Register from Sep. 15 to Sep. 17, 2013.
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Karol, I hope you and Cherese are having fun in heaven. I miss both of you. xo Beth

Beth

Friend

September 11, 2023

Karol, I was at the Fair this past August and you weren't there. All those memories of seeing you and Tom at the Dinner Bell hit me hard. I miss you and think of you often. I know I have a special angel in heaven keeping an eye on me and the kids. I love you girl and say hi to Cherese too.

Beth

September 9, 2022

When the Fair comes around or a birthday to celebrate, I think of you Karol. We experienced a lot with each other through out our friendship. Kids are doing fine because they have a little piece of Karol with a K. xo Beth

Beth

September 10, 2021

I miss your friendship. When I meet others I look for you Karol in them. I cherished my time with you. Love you, Beth

September 10, 2019

We sure missed Carol at the Lincoln High School Class of 1964's, 55th reunion this year! She had a wonderful, vibrant personality & a smile that made a room light up!! ❤
Love & Prayers, Mike & Maxine Flaherty

Maxine Flaherty

Friend

September 9, 2019

I cant get you off my mind Karol. You left us too quick.

Mary Davis

September 20, 2013

Kim I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. I know we haven't talked in a long time but we were sisters once. All I can say is ONE DAY AT A TIME. Be the best mom and grandma u can because u know that's what she would want. I promise she will be watching over all of you.

Cassie Marie Douglas VanZuuk

September 20, 2013

Tom, Kim, family and friends. What a blessing it was to have Karol in our world and what a loss now that she has gone. She lived, loved, and laughed, sharing her lust for life with so many people. She will be deeply missed. May God bless Karol and share His grace as we remember this wonderful woman. Rest in peace Cuz.

Ron German

September 18, 2013

Praying for your family and friends...

Chris White

September 17, 2013

Dear Tom, Kim & Family, No words can express our condolences to help your pain. Karol Lee was a very special lady, and will be missed by so many people. Please know you are in our thoughts & prayers. God bless all of you.

Larry & Alice Woods

September 16, 2013

I'll always remember how welcoming she was to me at my first full time job at DMU. She is with her family, especially Randy. Miss you Karol, Beth

September 16, 2013

I am so sorry I did not know about this till now or i would have came to the funeral, She was such a beautiful giving woman!! and will be greatly missed. Tom & Kim you will all be in my prayers!

Becky Losee

September 16, 2013

So sorry to her about Karol.She was a very kind and loving person.May she RIP.

Earlyne Wilson-Ruiz

September 16, 2013

sorry to hear about karol. you are in our prayers. she was a special person. the foster family

mona foster

September 16, 2013

Haven't seen much of Karol since graduation, ran into her a few times when I went to the doctor at DMU. We grew up together on the southside, so sorry to hear of her passing. My sympathy goes out to her family.

Janet Behrens Hicks

September 16, 2013

My heart goes out to you Tom and the rest of the family. Karol will always be remembered by her smile and her bubbly personality. Rest in peace Karol, love you.

Amber Bucklin - Huseboe

September 16, 2013

Tom of all people to be called to heaven I never thought Karol would be so soon. She was the nicest woman I have ever known and your love for her was the greatest. Will always remember Karol and you. Bless you -Phyliss Cort Nelsen

September 16, 2013

Tom and family, remember that "those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard but always near, still loved, still missed and always dear." You will be missed, Karol. Rest in peace.

Candy Kitzmann

September 16, 2013

I am saddened to read of Karol's passing here in Fl. Remembering her big smile and laugh

Bonnie Biondi

September 16, 2013

tom and family our prayers go out to you all karol was such a wonderfull person always a smile and kind words she will be missed but heaven gained a special angel the jones family

September 15, 2013

My prayers go out to Tom and the family. I worked with Karol and her son Randy so many years ago and was grateful to spend time with her again while I worked at DMU . Karol was a one of a kind Great lady . Tom you brought so much joy to her life.What a wonderful couple you were. Those we love never truly leave us , they live in our hearts forever . Take peace in knowing that she is now at peace.

Debby Bishop-Nielsen

September 15, 2013

A great person with a big smile. Rest in Peace Karol!

Lena Armstrong

September 14, 2013

The heavens are brighter with that beautiful, giant smile Karol always had. Rest in peace, Karol. To Karol's family, we are so sorry for your loss. God bless & be with you.

Mike & Maxine Flaherty

September 14, 2013

Dear Tom and family, I am so so sorry to hear about Karol. I will never forget the times we shared at the Shrine and her wonderful smile and laugh.Prayers to you..

Amy Cejka

September 14, 2013

Will always remember that big wonderful smile she had great lady my heart is with Tom and family

Peggy James

September 14, 2013

Peace be with you Karol. I will remember you as a kind and loving person with a wonderful since of humor and love of life. You will be missed my dear friend.

Pamela Davis

September 14, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. RIP sweet sweet lady

Beth Hagler

September 14, 2013

Tom & Family,

We were so sorry to hear of Karol's passing. She will be greatly missed. What a special lady she was & you two were always so much fun to be around. You are all in our prayers.

Sincerely,

Vickie & Kerry

Vickie & Kerry Cochran

September 14, 2013

Rest in Peace Karol, you will be truly missed.

Craig Miles

September 14, 2013

I want to say how sorry I am for your loss. Take time to remember the memories you had with Karol. Knowing that Karol will be a guardian angel to watch over the rest of us brings me comfort. I am sure it will bring you the same comfort in time. She was a special lady and will be missed by many.

Mary Davis

September 14, 2013

Karol you will be missed. But you are in a much better place and in no pain. Our prayers go out to the family.

Steve & DeDee Warner

September 13, 2013

Your laugh and love of life will be missed, my friend.

Maureen O'Hara

September 13, 2013

Karol will miss you alot and all the good times we had over the years. We did have fun at the partys and the trips, and the parades,The Shrine will never been the same with out you. Tom I,am so sorry for your lost, But Karol will always be with you. Love your way.

Denise Perry

September 13, 2013

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