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Robin Ferguson Obituary
Robin Kay Shifler Ferguson peacefully passed away on Sunday, April 25th, 2021 at the Olivia White Hospice Home, surrounded by her loved ones, after a courageous battle with an aggressive brain cancer. Robin was born on January 29th, 1957 to Robert Kyle Shifler and Mary Ellen (Hickey) Shifler in Exeter, New Hampshire.
Robin's father's entire career was with the United States Air Force, providing Robin with various educational and social experiences. Upon his retirement in 1968, the family chose to live in Flagstaff, where they were reunited with several extended family members from the maternal side. This also allowed Robin to graduate from Coconino High School in 1975, followed by continual studying at Northern Arizona University.
Robin loved spending time with her family and friends usually at Starlite Lanes. She was an avid bowler throughout her youth and into her mid adulthood, and was inducted into the Flagstaff Bowling Hall of Fame due to her accomplishments. Robin's greatest pleasure came from watching her daughter Sara and her nieces and nephew in any activities they were involved in. Robin was a huge sports enthusiast and although she loved watching any and all sports Robin was a diehard Oakland Raider, Baltimore Orioles and Kansas Jayhawk fan along with her NAU Lumberjacks.
Robin absolutely loved being a mom, grandma, sister, aunt and cousin. We know she will always be looking down watching over her family.
Robin was predeceased by her parents, Robert and Mary Ellen (Hickey) Shifler. She is survived by her daughter, Sara Collum (Clayton), and her newest love of her life, her grandson, Jayden Collum, her sister and best friend, Lori Sauer (Robert), three nieces, Kayla Sauer, Kristen Sauer, Jaycie Sauer, and one nephew, Kyle Sauer.
She will be cremated and her interment will be at the Flagstaff Citizen's Cemetery on May 22nd, 2021 at 2:30pm during an informal gravesite ceremony, followed by a reception at the VFW. Per Robins wishes, please dress casual (jeans and your favorite sports team.) In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to: Ivy Brain Tumor Center at Barrows Neurological Foundation; American Brain Tumor Association or the American Cancer Society.
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Liz and Ken Noble
May 13, 2022
Robin's giggle comes to mind in reading the remembrance page for her. Mary, Laurie, and Robin...the three bowling amigas! Rest in peace Robin. Praying the memories and love bring comfort to the loves of her life.
Shirley wunsch
May 23, 2021
I was Robin´s eighth grade English teacher at EFJHS in the early 70´s and was sad to read of her passing. I recall a sweet, intelligent young lady who has not changed much in her appearance over these past 5 decades. May her family find comfort in remembering her.
Tim Painter
May 22, 2021
Condolences to Robin's family. I remember her with fond memories at Coconino High.
Greg & Sue Weber
May 19, 2021
Always good times with Robin, she meant a lot to us and will be missed
James "Wade" Hall
May 19, 2021
Both Robin and her sister Lori are considered my 2 younger sisters. I love them dearly. I cherish all my experiences with them, family and personal. Although legally I am their cousin, their parents were my second parents! They treated me as the son they never had! They, and my self-adopted sisters, Robin and Lori will always remain special to me! I have incredible memories and love for Robin! She will forever be in my heart and memories, along with her parents!
Liz and Ken Noble
May 19, 2021
We have only great memories of Robyn and Lori, playing football in the street on Schevene, bowling, watching kids bowl, growing up in Flagstaff. Prayers for Robyn and all of the family.
Donna Ferguson Burton
May 19, 2021
Thoughts and Prayers are with you All.
Rest In Peace Robin!
Lora
May 19, 2021
Death is never easy to cope with but, God´s words can give us comfort.Isaiah 57:18
Deb Will
May 19, 2021
Sad to learn about Robin. We went to high school together and years ago I bowled with her, her mom and sister in leagues. My sincere condolences to the family.
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