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Robbi Bennett Obituary
Robbi Denise Bennett, 24, passed away Feb. 9, 2005, after a brief illness.
She was born April 10, 1980, in Barberton, Ohio, and lived in the area all of her life. Robbi was a gradu ate of Green High School class of 1997, where she held a special position on the girls' basketball team. She was a member of "Prayer Band of Faith," enjoyed bowling with a group called "Happy Time Bowlers," and was an all-around sports fanatic, especial ly of the Cleveland Indians and Pittsburgh Steelers. She touched many lives with love and friendship and there were many who loved her. Robbi was a recipient of a kidney trans plant thanks to a generous do nation 11/2 years ago.
She is survived by her moth er, Diane Sibley, formerly of Fairlawn; birth mother, Jean (Glenn) Bennett-Larrison of New Mexico; "Grandma and Grandpa," Thomas and Catherine Bennett of Akron, and Gil bert and Ora Anderson; fiance, Rick Andrews; "brothers," Stevie (Pam) Sibley, Denver Wade, Gilbert (Sheron) Anderson; "Sis" Shamarrow and Gail Sibley, Arenthia (Leonard) Harvey; aunt and uncle, Lynda and Gary Garrett of Manchester; cousins, Tracy Gadosik (Thomas Young) and her son, Tommy, Terri (Rick) Brown and their son, Dakota, Tom (Erin) Garrett and their children, Patience, Vin cent, and Arora.
Calling hours will be Saturday from 7 to 9 p.m., and Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m., at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd., where funeral services will be held Monday at 12:30 p.m., with Pastor Bill Randall officiat ing. Interment will follow at Hillside Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Summit County, 1889 Indian Hills Trail, Akron Ohio 44313. The family wishes to thank all the staff at Akron City Hospital and the Renal Transplant Center.
(NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 330-784-3334.)
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Trina Fante'
March 19, 2005
My dear friend Diane,
I am very sad to hear of your loss. I only had the priviledge of talking to Robbi on the telephone when calling you to chat. I was sure she was an angel sent from God to you. Now I KNOW that was the truth. She has touched the lives of all around her just from reading her guest book entries today. I am saddened to hear she had to leave you. Be strong and Know we are always praying for you and remember she will ALWAYS be in your heart!!!
miss you much old friend
love always....Trina
Sunnie Simone
March 11, 2005
Sunshine and smiles. A true gift from God. Blessed are we who had the opportunity to know Robbi for we are witnesses of a miracle.
Tried and true. Persistent to the vows. For in sickness and in health, for better or worse, Robbi never gave up and only succeeded. We should all be so diligent.
Being Terri’s best friend since safety town, I spent a lot of time with Robbi. I loved her. And it occurred to me that no matter where we went, what we were doing, or who we were with everyone always asked the same question- “Where’s Robbi?”
Without any effort at all Robbi was the heart, the center of the party and didn’t even know it. That says a lot about a person.
I have no doubt that this still applies to her in heaven. I’m sure that God is using her for great works.
Twenty-two years later, Robbi would still slip and call me by the wrong name but I’ll tell you- I certainly will never forget her.
God Bless.
Sunnie Simone
Marcy Truax
March 10, 2005
Sweet Robbi,
Your face will be forever etched in my memory, it has been so long since I saw you at the Ohio Family reunion, when you asked me if I wanted to be your friend, I will ALWAYS be your friend, and cousin.
May your spirit fly free with the angels sweet girl.
Love Always,
Marcy
debbie woods
March 10, 2005
our prayers will be with you. we got to know robbi well playing basketball with dan. she was such a nice girl. again our prayers will be with you in the months ahead when you will really need it. dave, debbie and timmy
woods
mark yanko
February 17, 2005
Diane,
I was happy to see you last week at the hospital, but I'm sorry things turned out as they did. The passing of your daughter will be hard to bear, but your friends are out here praying for you and her. God bless you. Mark&Betty Yanko
Sheila Mitchell
February 16, 2005
Diane I was so sad to hear about Robbie she was such a sweet and loving person she always made my day when she would come into the bank she would only come to my window God Bless and Keep you remember GOD will be what ever you need him to be, SHEILA from National City Bank Rolling Acres Branch
Terri Brown
February 16, 2005
What can I say about Robbi that hasn't already been said? Robbi was truly an ANGEL sent by God himself to make an impact in the lives of each and every person she met.
Robbi was more than a cousin to me; she was my little sister and I loved her very very much!!!! Growing up I was with her a lot. I would babysit her on the weekends & Robbi really looked up to me (looking back I should have been the one looking up to her). She wanted to do everything I did; which is what got Robbi interested in basketball.
It amazes me how one little girl can have such a big heart and soul. Robbi was a chosen child of God from day one and each and everyone of us should learn by Robbi's example.
Her innocence was comforting. Robbi would bring home paychecks of just a few dollars and want to take the entire family to a nice dinner.
Robbi's heart was enormous and she is missed very much!! I can only find comfort in knowing that she is dancing with Jesus and his angels, looking down and loving us still. Robbi new and loved God and there is no doubt today where she is.
Thank you to all of those who have supported us in this trying time, and for all the prayers lifted to God. I know they worked because God spared Robbi from any suffering and she died peacfully and is now pain free.
Thank you again and God Bless you all. May we all learn to love each other as Robbi did.
Rita tatum
February 15, 2005
Robbie , The rain fell from the skies the day you left
Precious soul
Now, I know the rain was a cleaning of heaven to receive you
Precious soul
For the next day, I saw the sun softly peek over the
Horizon,
And I knew Heaven had welcomed you home,
Precious soul
And like the rain in the sky, there was not a dry eye
When you left us on earth,
Precious soul
So simply, you taught us to love, with the pureness of an Angel above
So sweetly,
So Sweetly
You’ll be remembered
Precious soul
Love cousin Rita
Beatrice, Brian and Angie Roberts
February 14, 2005
So sorry to hear of Robbie's passing. Her smiling face And loving nature will always be remembered. Our Love and prayers are with you all.
Jonna & Jeff Andrews
February 13, 2005
I (Jonna) came to know Robbi from working at UDS and our nephew, Rick Andrews, has been a close friend of Robbi's for many years. We were shocked and saddened to hear of her passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with Robbi's family and friends.
Clarence E Jenkins
February 13, 2005
I KNEW Robbi while she was a coworker at UDS WITH ME she never failed to say hello to me each and every morning and have a cheery attitude but the way she trated others was amazing as someone who lost someone very special i know a little of your grief try and remember happy thoughts as you miss your angel now she is back with God as his angel i will miss my friend
James and Janie Wheeler
February 13, 2005
Dear family,
Our prayers are with you during this time of your sorrow. yet we know that God calls the best and Robbie was wonderful. We could not be there but do remember you in our thoughts.
Love,
James and Janie Wheeler
300 North Holden Road
Greensboro, NC 27410
Brenda Saal
February 13, 2005
We will miss the sweet person who touched our lives daily.
Call us anytime you need anything.
We will always be there for you.
Florella Gruevska
February 12, 2005
Terri and family, I would like to give my condolences for the loss of Robbi. God Bless.
Francine Roberts
February 12, 2005
What a sweet & tender-hearted girl we were blessed to have in our lives! She and her beautiful, sincere smile will be missed.
Love, Robbi's cousin Francine.
Celeste Andrews
February 12, 2005
Diane,
So sorry to hear about the passing of Robbi. I just asked Gail about the two of you a couple weeks ago.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
An old friend from Children's-Celeste
Jan Swaino
February 12, 2005
My deepest sympathy to the family.
Jan Swaino (cashier at IGA)
Mary Brunt
February 12, 2005
Diane and family of Robbie I am so sorry to hear of your sweet sorrow. I only know how much she was loved by the joy on her face whenever I saw her with you. May you find comfort in her smiles always. Peace. Mary
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