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Patricia Robins Obituary
Patricia Frasher "Patsy" Robins went to be with her Savior on Monday, October 8, 2007. She passed peacefully at her home on the James River in Newport News in the company of her family.
Patsy was born on June 17, 1940 in Waynesboro, Virginia to Evelyn Jones Frasher and Ray Patrick Frasher.
She graduated from the Maryview Hospital School of Nursing in Portsmouth, Virginia in 1961. She married Dr. Richard B. Robins of Norfolk, Virginia in December, 1961. She worked as an RN until her son was born in 1966.
Patsy and her family moved to Newport News in 1968, where she raised her family and contributed generously of herself as a volunteer on numerous boards. Patsy loved artwork, and while serving on the Newport News Medical Society she developed a program to display the works of local artists in Riverside Hospital, creating an uplifting atmosphere for patients. She also taught art classes as a volunteer at St. Andrews Episcopal School and served on the Guild of the Peninsula Fine Arts Center.
Patsy served on the Junior League of Hampton Roads, the Flower Guild at Williamsburg Community Chapel, the Lee Hall Mansion restoration project, the Lackey Free Family Medicine Clinic, and served as President of the Newport News Medical Society, among others. She was an active member of the Williamsburg Community Chapel. Her energetic volunteer service was limited only by her health in recent years.
Patsy cherished her friends who she often referred to as "dear hearts," and she was quick to care for a friend in need. Patsy coveted the prayers of her friends and family, and the family wishes to express their gratitude for the love and kindness that her friends and caregivers lavished on her throughout her illness. With the confidence and hopefulness of faith, and the love and advocacy of her husband, Patsy's remarkable perseverance through her illness was an inspiration to all who knew her.
Patsy is survived by her mother, Evelyn Jones Herndon; her husband, Richard B. Robins; son, Richard B. Robins Jr. and his wife, Ruth; granddaughter, Evelyn Kennedy Robins; grandson, Richard Bailey Robins III; brother, Ray Patrick Frasher Jr. and his wife, Pat; sister, Vicki Frasher Cornett and husband, William; nieces, Staci Anne Leech and Beth Mason O'Brien; nephews, Clinton Howard Robins III and David Eugene O'Brien; and numerous cousins, aunts and uncles.
A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, October 12, 2007, at First Baptist Church of Newport News at 12716 Warwick Blvd. with the Reverend Bill Warrick of Williamsburg Community Chapel officiating. A committal service at Peninsula Memorial Park will immediately follow.
The family will receive friends from 6 until 9 p.m. Thursday, October 11, 2007, at Peninsula Funeral Home, 11144 Warwick Blvd., Newport News.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Williamsburg Community Chapel, the Lackey Free Family Medicine Clinic or The American Cancer Society.
Memories and Condolences
for Patricia Robins
B. Fredrick Zeh
November 5, 2007
Dear Dr. Robins,
I was very sorry to hear about Patsy's passing. I have many fond memories of past times spent with Patsy through Butch and Vicky as we grew up together. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Maxcine Boyd
October 21, 2007
Dr, Robins,
I am sorry to hear of your wife passing. I pray that you realize that she in now resting in peace, no more pain, no more worries. Please make a promise to yourself-for everytime you feel sad-think of the good times, it will help you get through it all.
Best Regards, may God bless you and your family.
Maya Debrunner
October 19, 2007
Dear Dr. Robins,
I'm so very sorry, to hear about your loss. I'm one of so many "dear hearts" of Patsy's. Her beautiful house was always open, even for my Mom from Switzerland! I still treasure all the decorated eggs from Patsy which she made every Christmas!
With sympathy
John Johnson & Staff
October 17, 2007
Dr. Robins and Family, we were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Jean Watling
October 15, 2007
I was very sorry to hear of Patsy's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Hank and Jeannine Chewning
October 12, 2007
Patsy's family are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. We join with you in celebrating her life.
Rick Thomasson
October 12, 2007
Dick, I was very saddened to read of the passing of Patsy. Although it has been a while since I have seen the two of you, I have fond memories of the conversations we had in the past. Patsy was a wonderful woman who always had a smile on her face. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy, and know that you and your family are in my prayers.
Renee Brandt
October 11, 2007
Doc, Rick, & Family,
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs. Robins. Doc, I remember when you use to come to Pungo for hunting. How Dean would call Ms. Robins in the early morning hours and wake her up to tell his hunting partner about the ducks on Back Bay. Ms. Robins was always polite to him. She is now at peace with her Lord and Savior with no more pain or sufferring. She fought a long battle and never complained. I remember to this day, when I talked to her after Evelyn was born. What a proud grandma! Remember the good times, you will always treasure those memories until you meet again.
God Bless you all.
Wanda and Willie Scheper
October 11, 2007
Dear Dick,
We are saddened to learn of Patsy's passing. She fought a courageous battle and her spirits always uplifted us. We pray that God's comforting arms will surround you and your family at this time.
With love and sympathy,
Wanda and Willie Scheper
Patricia (Trish) King
October 11, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Dr. Robins and Rick your family has been my family for quite a long time. The memories of Christmas Eve will always stay with me. Mrs.Robins will truly be missed. Her kind heart and her loving smile ,I will hold in my heart forever. God Bless You
Sally Fordham
October 11, 2007
Dear Dick and Family,
We are so saddened to hear about Patsy's passing. She always called me "dear heart" but she was one of the dearest and bravest hearts that I have ever known. We will miss her smiling face so much. Please feel our love and hugs. Sally and Duncan
Norma Corbett
October 11, 2007
Rick and Dr Robins,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Emily Lewis
October 11, 2007
Dr. Robbins and family.
Patsy and I were classmates at Waynesboro High School. I am holding her and all of you in my prayers.
Lois, Ron and Sharon Hiserman
October 11, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to your family. We live in Waynesboro, VA and Evelyn Herndon is a good friend --we share in your grief. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless
Aunt Patsy and Evelyn Fall, 2005
Staci Leach
October 11, 2007
Aunt Patsy with her 'precious baby girl' Evelyn
Staci Leach
October 11, 2007
Uncle Dick and Rick, my heart is broken at the loss of Aunt Patsy, but at the same time, she is finally free from the suffering and is with her savior. She had such faith, and it brings me comfort to know she is at peace. I will miss her so very, very much. I felt like she always treated me like a daughter instead of a niece. I love her so much, and you both are in my thoughts and prayers every day. I love you! Staci
North Riverside Baptist Church Prayer Ministry Team
October 11, 2007
Robins Family and friends,
You are in our prayers and thoughts. May Our God give you comfort at this time of loss. Matthew 5:4 says, "Blessed are those that mourn for they shall be comforted." May His loving arms surround you and give you peace. In His Name
"For God loved the world so much that he gave his one and only Son, so that anyone who believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." John 3:16
Debby (Mrs. Tim) Nelson
October 11, 2007
Dr. Robins and family,
I am so very sorry to hear of Mrs. Robins passing. She has fought the good fight and won the victory. You are in my heart and my prayers during this most difficult period. With time will come great comfort in knowing your beloved is with our precious Saviour and you will one day be reunited for eternity.
Rhonda Throne
October 10, 2007
Mr. Robins, I am truly sorry, I have worked for you and Mrs. Robins for over 7 years now. Everytime I talked to Mrs. Robins she always called me "Dear Heart" and she was always very positive and never complained about anything she was going through. On several occaisions we talked about the Lord and she said to me, "We just need to be ready", and she was. I told my husband the other day that I needed to call her because she was on my mind , but I let the time slip , like alot of us do, I will always be sorry that I didn't call her when it was heavily on my mind. Again I am truly sorry for your loss as well as ours and anyone that knew her.
Hazelan Sheehan
October 10, 2007
Dick,
Your'dear heart'is at peace.She conveyed a positive attitude-with that smile.My heart& prayers are with you&your family.
Hazelan Sheehan
William Sheehan
October 10, 2007
Dick I am so truly sorry. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family in this time of sadness.
I feel fortunate to have meet and spent time with Patsy--a remarkable person. I have often thought of our dinner together at Dockside and how supportive she was to me.
Beth Terranova
October 10, 2007
I always enjoyed it when Patsy came to our Williamsburg Community Chapel small group. She was always so friendly, attentive, hopeful and joyful. Dick, I'm thinking of you and your family big time! Beth
Bill Cornett
October 10, 2007
Dick,
Patsy wanted to be with the family she loved, but she graciously accepted the Lord's will. Even though I'm sure that parting was very difficult for her, I never saw or heard of her faith faltering. Her strength of character was inspiring. One day you will be together again as our Savior has promised, not in death, but for a life of eternity.
Jackson Salvant
October 10, 2007
Dear Dick and Rick,
Please know that you and your family have my deepest condolences. I know what a long and difficult struggle this has been for all of you.
Ann T. Huml
October 10, 2007
Patsy and I were childhood playmates back in Waynesboro and were friends all through our high school years. I shall miss her. Ann (Tench) Huml
Lynn Frasher
October 10, 2007
Dear Dick,
I share your deep sorrow over the loss of Patsy. Your links to life and death could not help so God took her to be with him. Patsy was such a talented, giving, and caring wife, your good memories of her will last forever.
Fondly,
Mary Lynn Frasher
Fred C. Worthington Hampton Roads Wholesalers
October 10, 2007
Patsy was a very vibrant and outgoing person...full of life. I considered her a personal friend as well as a customer. She will be dearly missed.
Debi Walters
October 10, 2007
Dr. Robins,
I was so sorry to hear of Mrs. Robin's passing. She was always smiling everytime I saw her. I know you both struggled for a long time with her cancer. Just be comforted that she is now with her Lord.
Tomi Youngblood
October 10, 2007
Patsy was such a wonderful person, and will so missed by so many. She gave of herself constantly to help others, and will always be remembered as a dear friend. We love you, Tomi and Bill
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