Roy E. Robbins

Roy, you were one of the best friends I ever had at St. Mary's. I'll never forget your efforts to reconcile economics and social ethics -- no easy task, but I think you did it. Congratulations, Dr. Robbins, on a life well spent. Peace be with you, and also with Margaret and Jenny.

We are honored and blessed to have known Roy for many years. He was a great friend and we will miss seeing him. Our love goes to Margaret and Jenny for their loss. We are remembering you in prayer. Love always, Esther and Roger

I will be forever grateful for the opportunity to first meet Roy in 1983 when we both came to St. Mary's. Little did I know that our collegiality and friendship would grow and stay intact for the next 35 years. My deepest sympathies to Margaret and Jenny whom he so cherished, and my special thanks to former students who initiated such respect through their endowment to the University in his name. I'm sorry I cannot attend the services in person this day.

With sympathies and...

Roy was an excellent professor and a good friend to his students and fellow colleagues on the Faculty. He always had time to talk about any topic. His ability to understand others' viewpoints made him a real person to turn to when seeking answers to tough situations. St. Mary's has lost an institution and he will be missed.

Roy was a supportive thoughtful colleague and professor. He lived each day with a passion for his students, and never missed an opportunity to say a few kind words to others and about life. He was proud to be a member of the St. Mary's community and perhaps more proud to be the father of Jenny and husband to Margaret. He spoke of you often with such joy. My thoughts are with you.

Professor Robbins was my advisor and mentor during my studies at St. Mary's and after. I could always rely on him in every way. I can never forget him. May he rest in peace.

Roy was the type of person who you could sit and chat with no matter the day or time. I will always value our conversations especially those where he gave me an insight into his profound life. I was able to see for myself what everyone described as his complete devotion to his work and his students. My deepest sympathy goes out to Margaret and Jenny whom he talked about with great joy and affection.

Roy was such a wonderful person and colleague. So thoughtful, kind, gentle, and with such good will. Over the years, we had many conversations about so many topics. I will miss him and these enjoyable chats very much. He will remain in the memory of all who knew him.

I am so sorry for the loss of such a great person, not only was he my advisor during my years at St.Mary's, also became my mentor and friend since graduation in 2004. I live in Honduras and will always remember him, keep Prof Robbins in my heart and his family in my prayers.