Robin Darden Thomas

I, Leila K. Fernandes vividly remember Robin Darden as my son's caregiver and support at the Westchester Child Care Center in Charlottesville, VA. Sushant (Sean) Fernandes was 2 years and 4 months old in 1976. We had come from India to escape from the autocratic rule of the then Prime Minister, Indira Gandhi. Robin was wonderfully kind and supportive to my son in those troubled days. We just learnt about Robin's passing in 2020. We will cherish her memory in our hearts always. RIP

In 2014 I learned that there could be life after city council when Jim Rokakis asked me to breakout of my fog and join the strong efforts he had developed with the WRLC. I was assigned a desk, given a laptop and told to report to Robin Thomas. I'd always heard Jim say "Robin really runs the Treasurer's Office." And I quickly learned that was true of Thriving Communities, too. Robin's approval was sought by everyone. At first I found her level of confidence, insight and judgement to be...

Robin was the consummate teacher and mentor. Here, celebrating Kirby Broadnax's contributions to WRLC as Kirby heads off to graduate school. Robin helped build a joyful working environment and always had encouragement for the team! Her spirit lives with us!

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Robin. I work for a vendor of Cuyahoga County and Robin was and will always been one of my favorite people I worked with. I admired her tremendously as a leader who just got stuff done. She was highly thought of in our entire organization and I know she will be missed by her friends and family. My (Our) deepest sympathy to her loved ones. - MVPOhio Group

Robin was quite a special lady & I know she loved her blessed children so very much! May her family & friends be filled w/joyful memories; as we all need to value each & every day. My deepest sympathy. Sharon Thomas

Sending my prayers to all Robin's family . My your happy memories of your times together bring you comfort.

Losing my sister is beyond overwhelming. She was a confidant, mentor, surrogate "grandma" to my kids, and an awesome big sister. Not sure how to do life without her.