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Robin Henderson Obituary

Robin C. Watkins-Henderson went to be with our Lord and Saviour on September 9,2019. She was born July 12, 1964 to the late Pastor Thomas Watkins, Sr. and Bessie Watkins. She leaves to cherish her beautiful memories to her loving husband, Stanley Henderson; three sons, Stanley Henderson, Jr., Stanson Henderson, Collie Henderson; grandchildren; her loving mother Bessie Marie Prothro Watkins and her 11 brothers and sisters. She is preceded in death by her daughter, Baby Robin Henderson; father, Pastor Thomas Watkins, Sr.; Brother, Pastor Thomas Watkins Jr.. She attended William A. Wirt High School Class of 1982 and attended Purdue University. She will be missed by all who loved her. Visitation will be Friday September 20,2019 , 12pm-8pm & 6pm-8pm Family Hour at Manuel Parlor of Peace Funeral home 421 W 5th Ave Gary, IN. Funeral Service will be Saturday September 21, 2019, 11:00 am at New Friendship MB church 1545 Waite Street Gary, IN, Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Sep. 18, 2019.

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October 1, 2019

DEAR ROBIN...
YOU AND I WERE THERE FOR EACH OTHER ALWAYS. THANK YOU FOR BEING MY BEST FRIEND ❤.WE SHARE OUR THOUGHTS AND CONCERNS. WE LAUGHED ALOT, CRIED ALOT. WE SPOKE ABOUT BUSINESS, ABOUT LIFE. AGREED TO DISAGREE BECAUSE THAT'S WHAT SISTERS DO. WE SPOKE ALMOST EVERY OTHER DAY IF IT WAS ONLY A JOKE YOU THOUGHT WOULD MAKE ME LAUGH...YOU CARED ABOUT ME AND I CARED ABOUT YOU..
ROBIN I'M GLAD THAT GOD BLESSED US TO BE SISTERS BECAUSE HE KNEW WE WERE LIKE NON-OTHER. I LOVE YOU ❤ BUT I NEVER THOUGHT THAT I WOULD LIVE THE REST OF MY LIFE WITHOUT YOU . I CAN ONLY SAY THAT YOU WERE A VERY SPECIAL PERSON IN MY LIFE..OUR BOND WAS MEANT TO BE. I KNEW YOU HAD OTHER PLANS FOR A NEW BEGINNING. I KNOW HOW HARD YOU TRIED TO MAKE THINGS HAPPEN. YOU WORKED HARD DOING WHAT YOU LOVE AND PROVIDING FOR YOUR FAMILY. WHAT A STRONG BEAUTIFUL WOMAN YOU BECAME..YOU ARE AND WILL ALWAYS BE ONE LOVE. MISSING YOU DEARLY. I WILL CHERISH YOU IN MY HEART FOREVERR.I.H
LOVE YOU SIS.TONNY#5 ..4EVERLOVE

Dazmin D'Leon

September 22, 2019

Thank you for being you Aunty Robin. Thank you for being the best Aunty and never judging me. Thank you for always believing me. Thank you for your love and support. I just don't know how I am going to be able to live my life knowing your not here. Thank you for making me happy Aunty. You don't know how much I appreciate all of the good times we had. I will never forget the day you bought my me first Coach purse and wallet. You really meant a lot to me Aunty Robin you really did, and still do. I wish that I could just hear your amazing laugh just one more time. I wish could see that beautiful smile of yours just one more time. I will love you forever my favorite auntie. I am so blessed to have had you as my Auntie. I wish I could give you a big hug and kiss.
Your Favorite Niece Dazmin D'Leon
ONE LOVE FOREVER ❤

Renee Tribble

September 21, 2019

I will miss you my friend

J. RENEE Tribble

September 21, 2019

Dear Stan,

I'm so sorry to hear this sad, sad news. Robin....my friend. I'm just stunned. I heard today, Just 30 minutes ago while drivig and listening to the gospel hour.
My heart is so heavy. I can only imagine the depth of your sorrow. I pray God's peace, comfort and strength for you, your sons and family as you endure this difficult transition. I will truly miss her.

Alyne Dawson-Washington

September 21, 2019

To the entire Henderson Family, especially Stanley & Coley. We share in your sorrow , but know that Robin is Heaven's Gain. May the precious memories of Robin permeate your hearts today, tomorrow, and forever. -The Dawson Family

Rodney & Mildred Whiteside

September 20, 2019

Troy and Toni, Henderson, Watkins and Protho Families.....Please accept our sincere condolences..... From the Mcquay and Whiteside Families

Eternal Affection Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED

Brianna Pettis

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Camile Boyce

September 20, 2019

My deepest condolences to the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Although it maybe difficult today to see beyond your sorrow. May God's Love comfort and give you strength .I will truly cherish my memories of my classmate Robin. She was truly a beautiful amazing women.

Camile Winborn-Boyce
Class of 82

September 20, 2019

Please accept my deepest condolences and know that God loves you and can restore your spirits, give you peace, and strengthen you.

Karla Lewis-Clark

September 20, 2019

My deepest sympathy to the Watkins and Henderson Family.

September 19, 2019

My Condolences to Markael Watkins and Family. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Danielle & Sydney Gardner

The Spathiphyllum Plant

a loved one

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P. B.

September 18, 2019

IVE KNOWN YOU SINCE WE WERE CHILDREN EVENTHOUGH WE GREW UP AND APART YOU AND THE ENTIRE WATKINS FAMILY WAS THOUGHT ABOUT OFTEN. I THANK GOD FORR OUR FRIENDSHIP ALL THESE YEARS. NOW WE ARE HERE AT THIS POINT AND I MUST SAY IT'S NOT EASY. A MOTHER, SISTER AND FRIEND I PRAY THAT YOU WILL FOREVER REST IN PEACE AND THAT YOUR SPRIT WILL CONTINUE TO LIVE ON.
YOUVE TOUCH MANY PEOPLE IN YOUR LIFE TIME AND THE LOVE YOU GAVE IS UNMATCHED. NOW MY LITTLE BEAUTIFUL BUTTERFLY LET YOUR FLIGHT TOUCH THOSE WHO'S LEFT BEHIND...FLY ON FLY ON
YOU WILL BE MISSED BY MANY

ARETA SOUTHWARD

September 18, 2019

To the family of Robbin:

Mrs. Bessie,April,Teresa,Reba,Raynar and all the other brothers also Stanley and Your boys

My heart is sadden to hear that Robbin has gone to be with the Lord. She was just like a daughter, when you saw Robbin there was Wennell.... Mrs. Watkins you are in my prayer,that God's Love will keep you strong while you walk in this season.



Areta Southward

Helen Protho

September 18, 2019

Praying that God will wipe away every tear during these difficult days.

R.I.P Robin we luv u , from Protho/Thomas/Kelley family

LaShawn Thomas Kelley

September 18, 2019

R.I.P cousin we all miss you & love u

LaShawn Thomas Kelley

September 18, 2019

Marguerite Zanders -Snyder

September 18, 2019

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Lisa Wilson

September 18, 2019

I will never forget Robin's smile, style, and gracefulness. Family, may God strengthen you during this time.

Dwayne Leslie

September 17, 2019

My deepest sympathy to the Watkins and Henderson family. May God bless and comfort you.

Betty Cotton

September 17, 2019

I'm so sorry for your loss and I'll be praying for you and the family. With my deepest sympathy.
Love y'all
Betty Cotton

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Visitation

12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Manuel Memorial Funeral Home

421 W. 5th Avenue, Gary, IN 46402

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21

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

New Friendship MB church

1545 Waite Street, Gary, IN

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21

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Oak Hill Cemetery

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