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Robin Hoof Obituary

Robin HOOF Highline School District teacher and coach for over 20 years, passed away peacefully at the age of 46 on October 22 from breast cancer. She taught French on the Evergreen High School campus and coached the Highline High School boys and girls swim teams. She managed the Marine Hills pool during the summer. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Highline Schools Foundation for Excellence, 245 Southwest 152nd Street, Suite D, Burien, WA 98166 for the Robin Hoof Scholarship. A celebration of her life will be held at the Highline Performing Arts Center, 401 S. 152nd St., Seattle, WA 98148 on Sunday, Nov. 8 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Robin was born in Renton and grew up in Kent graduating from Kentridge in 1981. She graduated from Whitman College in 1985 and finished her student teaching at Evergreen High School in the fall of 1985 through the UW. Robin is survived by her mother Judy Hoof of Seattle; brother Dav Hoof of Denver, CO; nephew Niko Hoof of Denver, CO; and step-father Scott Hoof of Seattle. Also many aunts, uncles, and many cousins. Sign Robin's on-line Guest Book @ www.Legacy.com.

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Published by The Seattle Times from Nov. 5 to Nov. 6, 2009.

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Panky Sharrratt

November 11, 2009

Dear Judy, Scott & Dav:
How the years have passed but I still remember with happiness the grade school years when we did so many activities with Robin, Dav, my Kevin and Dana in tow. I have been through losing my son, so I can only say that remembering the fun times you had watching Robin growing from a school child to a school teacher are what will sustain you during this difficult time and in the years ahead. My love and prayers to each of you.

Shelly Shockley

November 6, 2009

Judy,Dave,& Family-

Hugs to all! Seems like yesterday that we were zipping around to all the Disney movies, feeding the bears at Woodland Park Zoo (back when marshmallows were allowed....two for us and one for the bears!), and swimming (sunburning!) at the lake, among many other things! Wonderful childhood memories made with Robin and you! Wrap yourself in such memories! May they bring you comfort! You continue to be in my thoughts and prayers!

November 6, 2009

Dear Judy and Scott,

We are so sorry that your daughter has passed away. We can remember her as a little girl at your wedding so many years ago. Our deepest sympathy to you both and to her brother.

George and Mary Ploudré

Marcus Ho

November 5, 2009

My Sincerest Condolences to the friends and family of Robin Hoof. Ms. Hoof made our Highline High School Swim Team NPSL Champions on more than one occasion. 20 years ago, I had the honor of her as my coach as my Swim Coach. She was such a strong motivator and an inspiration to all that had the privilege to be in her presence. She will be sorely missed and she shall always remain amongst my fondest memories.

November 5, 2009

Robin was my daughter’s swim coach for four years. What a wonderful example and inspiration she was for those girls. She coached them with equal enthusiasm and encouraged each girl toward her individual potential. When it came time for college applications my daughter asked her for a letter of recommendation. Robin must have written hundreds of such letters over the years – and the depth and sincerity in her letter was a testament to the definition of a “great” teacher. We will treasure that letter, and we treasure the memory of a truly generous and caring person who had a positive impact on so many over the years. Thank you, Robin.

Maria Prieto

November 5, 2009

I just wanted to say that Ms. Hoof was and is still is one of the greatest teachers of all time and I will never forget what she taught me. She enjoyed life so much I know that she lived it to the fullest.

November 5, 2009

I will never forget the fun times in class! We wrote so many songs during class after you taught us the Rap (avoir etre faire aller). Thank you for everything you did!! Je T'aime!! <3

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