Robin Benjamin

Robin Benjamin obituary, Portland, ME

Robin Benjamin

Robin Benjamin Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Apr. 22 to Apr. 23, 2023.


Robin N Benjamin, 70, of Portland, ME, passed away with family and pup by her side on April 21, 2023 after a tenacious war with pancreatic cancer. She was born February 12, 1953 to Martin and Maxine Nierman.

Robin was the definition of a free-spirited soul. Upon graduation from the Sea Pines School on Cape Cod, Robin spent her time working and living around New England, spending those early years on Cape Cod with her first of many dogs right up until she met her husband, Robert (Bob) Benjamin Jr, deceased 2019. Robin and Bob went on to have 3 beautiful children and eventually 5 grandchildren.

After settling in Short Hills, NJ in 1983, Robin went on to become a pillar of the community. Robin attended every sporting event for her kids, was a fixture in the residential real estate game, loved to play tennis with friends, and above all else, Robin was the mom of all moms right up until her passing.

Robin is survived by her loving sister and best friend Meryl, her oldest son Tyler (Vanessa), middle son Keith (Stevie), youngest Hilary (Michael), and sweet chocolate lab, Ruth. She made a life-long impact on her oldest grandchildren Tanner and Sloane, and was just starting to have that magical "Gigi effect" on Robbie, Poppy, and Ronen (born days before her passing). Robin was determined to stay with us until Hilary gave birth, which she did. Family wasn't everything to Robin, it was the only thing. Robin was the sweetest, most compassionate, selfless person on the planet. To know her was to love her. To all who were lucky enough to be part of her circle, we all know there will be no substitute for her infectious laugh, smile, loving presence.

Services are being arranged and will be shared via Robin's families' social media accounts in the coming days. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to Hospice of Southern Maine who took loving care of Robin in her final days: https://www.hospiceofsouthernmaine.org/donate

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David Bodenberg

June 25, 2023

Dear Bob,
We have just learned of the untimely death of your lovely wife, Robin. She had so many attributes that I associate with my wife, Mary Ann - devoted wife, mother, skilled realtor. We are still happy in Victoria, B.C. , as are our two daughters, Emily and Amy. Amy lives upstairs with her cat, Miss Belle. Emily, now of Portland OR, married here yesterday to her long-time friend Eric Waller. We shall never forget Robin's gracious hospitality, loving care of Tyler and Keith (and later Hillary), and evident love for you. Best wishes to you always, Dave and Mary Ann

Emily Sutton

June 24, 2023

I have no way to reach out to Hillary, Keith and Tyler because I´m not on social media. My thoughts are with all of you and your extended family albeit I am a bit late contacting you BUT I hope you get this. We have fond memories of Robin in the "hood". She was a beautiful woman and Mother.
Sending warm thoughts and congrats on all your marriages and the birth of your children.
Fondly,
Emily and Paul Sutton

Karen Mariott

June 18, 2023

Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. I had the privilege working for her caring for her children. She was warm and friendly. She will be miss dearly. Ray Ray.

Don Traut

May 18, 2023

Robin was everything of life, beautiful smile, totally infectious. To Meryl, sorry for the loss of your sister.

Lois Robbin

May 2, 2023

I will forever remember your Mom´s smile while we visited our boys @ Camp Cedar!

Rhad Davis

April 23, 2023

I am so sorry for your loss. I am happy to hear it was on her terms and she got to welcome her newest grandchild into this world.

Lisa Smith

April 22, 2023

A lifetime is not long enough. Simply put, I will miss you just as I miss your mother. Xoxoxo

the Bruce boys

April 22, 2023

Robin, I loved our talks and being your friend.
Hilary, Keith, Tyler & Meryl, your mom/sister was really someone special.
Much love,
Duncan

Estelle Bodner

April 22, 2023

So very sorry for her entire family´s sorrow.
May her memory be a blessing for everyone

Pat Moore

April 22, 2023

I will miss Robin on LDI. She was a ray of sunshine and always good for a laugh. Pat

Sheri

April 22, 2023

To my bestie. I will hold you in my heart forever.

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