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ROBERT ROBBINS Obituary
It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the sad loss of our fun-loving and wonderful jokester, Robert Robbins. Robert was born in San Diego, CA, and moved to the Imperial Valley in 1994 with his family where he attended Southwest High School in El Centro. Shortly after graduating from high school, Robert joined the United States Army. He served his country proudly in the Iraq War and returned home to Imperial after he completed his service to be a full-time single dad of his only son, at the time, and best friend Anthony. He earned a Bachelors degree from SDSU, which he put towards his goal of becoming a federal agent for HSI. Robert was a special agent for 11 years and was assigned to the HSI ASAC Calexico, CA, office where he tirelessly worked safeguarding the community and country that he loved. Robert later met the love of his life, Vanessa and they were married on May 10th, 2014. Together they raised his son Anthony and then welcomed Jacob and Savannah to their already beautiful family. He will be deeply missed by his wife, his three young children, parents, his sisters, extended family, and many friends. Robert was known for having a big heart, being fun loving, and taking care of everyone before thinking of himself. To know him was to know that you were never friendless. Robert loved fishing, working out, law enforcement, all his family, and his friends. He was a Christian man who loved life and making others laugh. Robert leaves behind a great void in our hearts and will be missed by all who knew him. Information regarding funeral services will be forthcoming.
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Lora Robbins
August 19, 2020
The words I said for my son
Robert,
The eldest of our three children. The jolliest, happiest, most adventuresome of all.
From birth life was a wonder, everything was an adventure- We never knew when he came in what would be in his pockets. A bug? A frog? Or a slimy worm?! He was our perpetual Dennis the menace. Kind, warm, loving but mischief always about.
As a man he never outgrew that sense of playfulness or wonder. But life and the war took its toll on his innocence. He never lost his love for others or wanting to be there for everyone.
The stories that have been shared of his kindness, love, generosity with others, and willingness to put others first have been an inspiration and comfort to our family.
This morning I read that the hardest commandment is to “love your neighbor as yourself” This was not hard for Robert.
That was who he was. So we follow in his footsteps, we demonstrate our love to others with a kind word, a helping hand, and a prayer for salvation.
We will never forget.
Lisa Roberts
August 6, 2020
I only knew him for a short time, but he really impressed me with how much he loved his family and his work. He was also so dedicated to a life of service; he never did it just for the accolades. Robert and his work were truly exceptional and will be greatly missed. I send my sincere condolences to his family.
Barbara Platero
July 21, 2020
my sincere condolences to the parents and son of Roberto, this gentleman was the most liked in our office, always happy showing pictures of when his daughter was born, so happy! To me he was Roberto, whenever he came into our office he made sure to go give me a hug and I would kiss him on the cheek, I loved this boy and it hurts me so very much to have lost him, Rest In Peace, Roberto!!
George Salazar
July 20, 2020
Robert was my soldier through out his military career, we deployed multiple times in combat. Even though I continued my military career and he ended his, we kept in contact. It was just last month I called to check up on him. I'm in disbelief I can't believe God took him so young. My deepest condolences goes out to his wife, children and parents. Rip Bobby....
Tavarus L Crawford
July 19, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Joan and Brad Bush
July 16, 2020
Lora and Bryan, when Brad called me and told me of your awful loss it wounded my heart and soul. I have no words. May Jesus Christ, The Comforter, give you courage and strength. We are so blessed to have you as our neighbors! Please know we will do anything for you.
Chuck Cloud
July 13, 2020
Rest In Peace Brother! We will hold the line. You will be greatly missed by all but we know your spirit lives through everyone that will carry on the values you displayed daily. Prayers for strength, healing, and guidance for Vanessa and your children.
Vivían Castaneda
July 13, 2020
Meeting Robert Robbins was a blessing always smiling and laughing. We started as friends and ended up being a family towards the end by him marrying my cousin Vanessa Robbins. My cousin loved him dearly til the very last. I still remember the time they started dating. Haha It was such an adventure. My cousin talking about him all the time haha boy he had her fall over heels. I giving her advice because she would go crazy if he took forever of texting haha, and how I can forget advising Robert as well because he wanted to win over my beautiful cousins ❤ heart. The day you guys got married I remember it was the happiest day of your guys life. Full of smiles and laughs. It was such a blessing and beautiful to see both of you begin a new journey of your love life. You will dearly be miss in our family gatherings always smiling from distance and waving at me with a big smile. Thank you for these memories, for loving my cousin and bringing three wonderful children in this world.
Nancy Faugno
July 11, 2020
I knew Robert as a child. He was a delight to have in my home. Fun loving and well mannered. I have loved watching his growing family on Facebook. Also watching what a handsome man he had become. My heart goes out to all his family knowing its never healing hurt
Kathy Motisi
July 10, 2020
Rest in his eternal peace my nephew! I will always be proud of you! We love you! We love Vanessa and the kids! I pray for peace for all you touched!
Love Aunt Kathy
Marielys Acevedo
July 10, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Prayers and love from us
Fr. Edward Horning
July 10, 2020
Vaya con Dios, +Robert / Go with God to the Heavenly Kingdom. We will remember +Robert at our Masses. We will lift up Vanessa and the children in prayer.
Annabel Ruiz
July 10, 2020
Our Family got to meet Robert when he got married to my cousin Vanessa... Great memories of him when we had Family gathering always asking how the family was and making jokes... had good conversations with my husband about quads and riding... we have lots of great memories of him and one that our Family takes is the Day he gave my boys a dirt bike that we had... my husband offered to pay for it.... so kind with a nice heart he gave it to my boys... which we still have ... Thank you Robert for being part of our Family and the great memories we take... will be dearly missed.. Love Annabel, Albert and Ruiz Fam.
Mary Hunt
July 10, 2020
My memory of Robert is him very young, sitting on Bryan's shoulders calling Mrs. Hess "Uncle Dee". She loved that! I have no doubt "Uncle Dee" was there to welcome him into heaven. My prayers and love are with all of you.
Gabriel Fregoso
July 10, 2020
Robert is and will always be one of the best people in my life. He made me laugh constantly and our humor and interests lined up. We had many adventures together as kids that I still remember vividly to this day. We watched movies together and played Mike Tyson's Punchout and Contra, and we played handball with Bryan several times in Imperial Beach. I will truly mourn his loss but will always carry his memory with me. For his family and children, my condolences and love for you in this time of heartbreak and sorrow.
maria gervasi
July 10, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sonia Elizondo & Kiddos
July 10, 2020
My deepest condolences to all who knew him and especially his beautiful family ❤ Robert's warm personality and always friendly smile will be greatly missed
Kathy Motisi
July 10, 2020
I will love you always my wonderful nephew!
Forever your Aunt Kacky ❤
R.I.P.
Laura Domenzain
July 10, 2020
My heart aches for you Vane. I am so sorry that you are going through this . You know we are soul sisters and we will help you and everyone push through this tragedy .
My beloved RR. You are forever in my heart. It was an absolute pleasure to walk this life with you. I was able to share memorable teen memories with you. You were the party of my 15era. As my favorite chanbelan as you would always say. I had the pleasure to also share unforgettable memories seen you become husband, father and best friend. May your soul Rest In Peace. Dont give the angels a hard time in heaven with all your jokes , pranks.
Your forever favorite twin as you would call me.
July 10, 2020
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