Jean Totten Robinson

Jean Kemp Totten Robinson died peacefully on August 22, 2025 at The Connecticut Hospice in Branford CT. She was 95 years young, fiercely independent, and lived life on her own terms. Following the death of her husband of 54 years John F. Robinson she made her home in Westbrook CT to be near her family.

Before Mrs. Robinson retired she worked as bookkeeper/office administrator. She volunteered as a Girl Scout Leader taught Sunday School and advised the church youth group. After retirement she was a volunteer AARP Tax-Aide,receptionist at a low income clinic for seniors and helped build a Habitat for Humanity house.

Mrs Robinson was born in Port Jefferson New York. She and Jack made their first home on the Robison duck farm, Carmans River Duck Farm. She was a world traveler and enjoyed trips with her husband and family.

Survivors include her three daughters and two son-in-laws Christine (Lenny) Suntheimer Martha-Jean(Bob) Wheaton and Heather Robinson. She leaves many much loved nieces and nephews six grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren and soon to be born great granddaughter. She was predeceased by her parents G. Howard Totten And Frances Kemp Totten her husband John F Robinson sisters Nancy Marrash and Joann Ioannides.

The family would like to thank the many medical professionals associated with Yale New Haven Hospital and Connecticut Hospice for their professional and compassionate care during her final illness. We would also like to thank extended family members Daniel Marrash Jennifer Yeh MD and Stephen Elliot MD who provided emotional support and assistance with medical decisions. The family is especially thankful for the tireless efforts of Christine Suntheimer who spent many hours coordinating her mother's care with the assistance of her sister Heather Robinson who managed her mother's finances and provided much needed backup.

A private family gathering is planned to honor Mrs Robinson's life and legacy. In lieu of flowers please consider making a memorial donation to The Connecticut Hospice, St. Jude’s Research Hospital for Children or the charity of your choice.