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Robbin Hovey Obituary
SPRINGFIELD - Robbin Hovey, 46, of Springfield died on April 28, 2010, in Springfield.
Robbin was born August 17, 1963, in Springfield, the daughter of Ronald Wayne and Linda Pritchard Hovey.
Robbin attended St. Patrick's grade school and Sacred Heart Academy and graduated 2nd in her class from MMC respiratory therapy program. She worked as a respiratory therapist at MMC and St. Mary's in Decatur. She frequently volunteered at St. John's Breadline. Robbin was known for her generosity and care and enjoyed reading, gardening and going on motorcycle rides.
She was preceded in death by her father, Ronald Hovey.
She is survived by her three children, John (wife, Heather) Kabbes of Fort Bragg, NC, Chip Baker and Kimberly Baker, both of Springfield; one granddaughter, Ryleigh Baker; her mother, Linda Hovey of Springfield; two brothers, Ron (wife, Babs) Hovey of Springfield and Mark (wife, Jodie) Hovey of Spaulding; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews; and her lifelong companion, Wendell Holdman of Sherman. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends
Family will receive friends from 10:30-11:45 a.m. on Monday, May 3, 2010, at St. Katherine Drexel Parish at St. Patrick's Church, 1720 S. Grand Ave. E., Springfield, IL 62703.
Funeral Mass will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, May 3, 2010, at St. Katherine Drexel Parish at St. Patrick's Church with Rev. Peter C. Harman, celebrant.
Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. John's Breadline, 430 N. 5th St., Springfield, IL 62702.
The family of Robbin Hovey is being served by Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield.
Please visit Robbin's on-line life story at www.butlerfuneralhomes.com to offer your condolences.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robbin Hovey
pammy sue mcgee
April 25, 2023
I think of you often Dear Robbin. Every time I hear a Robin chirping I smile. My baby girl Bobbi has joined you recently. Please love on her up there in heaven. I am waiting to join you all when the Lord calls me home. with love Pam
Wendell
May 21, 2021
Pure beauty both inside and out. It's been 11 years since u said goodbye and not a day goes by that I don't think about u.
Pammy McGee
April 25, 2020
As the sky was giving us some tears to wash the earth, a Robin landed and looked at me as I talked to her this morning, bobbin her neck as if she understood. Now as I opened my email I now remember why that beautiful bird visited me this morning. I still think of you often my friend. Angel in the sky
Pammy McGee
April 25, 2019
I share your story often so that they know there is an angel that left to soon. Every time I see a Robin I think of you Robbin. Prayers to family who still mourn your passing. with deepest love
JEAN BRAYE
May 17, 2010
LINDA
I WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS.
JEAN BRAYE
DeAnne Hubbard (X-Smith)
May 6, 2010
What do you say in times as this? I remember growing up with Robin and brothers. The Washington Pool days. Those were memorable times. On behalf of the Smith family, our prayers are with you. The memories shall live.
carol gleeson
May 6, 2010
i use to hang out with robbin when my cousin lived on adams.gloria esslinger. may god bless you in this time of sorrow. i will remeber her smile she alway had. carol
Angelina Fontana-Niesel
May 4, 2010
I am so sorry to hear about Robbin. I went to grade school with Robbin and can remember so many fun times and laughs we shared. God bless you in this time of sorrow. My thougths and prayers are with you.
Michael Warden
May 3, 2010
To the family of Robbin. My most sincere condolences to you and your family. Robbin was a part of my life for only a very short time, but thoughts of her stil linger after all this time. (Burger King) those of us whom new her remember her as a kind and loving person.It is a shock to me to learn of her passing, i will miss her deeply. May God Bless you and your family during this time of need. Michael S. Warden Spfld, IL
Shirley McGlennon
May 3, 2010
To the family and friends of Robin, I wish you peace in this time of sorrow. I remember her best from St. Pat's but I too, recently ran into her. She was a ray of sunshine always. You are all in my thoughts and prayers
Tammy McCoy-Hinds
May 3, 2010
Linda, I am so sorry for your loss. I will always keep you in my prayers.
Kelly Holdman
May 3, 2010
Robbin was a kind and nice young woman with a caring nature. She will be missed by all. May looking back in memory help comfort you in the days ahead.
Steve and Brenda Konneker
May 3, 2010
Ron and family, We are sorry to hear about your loss. You are all In our thoughts and prayers. God Bless
May 2, 2010
To Robbins family,
My sincerest condolences for the loss of such a beautiful young woman. She will rest in peace now.
Becky (Harrison)Ochs
Christy Smith
May 2, 2010
My heart absolutely sank when i received the news of her passing! She was an incredible woman even though we only knew each other for a short time. I know she will be deeply missed by many and my deepest condolences go out to her family and friends.
Randie Meade
May 2, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Gloria Esslinger-Harman
May 2, 2010
Growing up with Robbin was like having my own guardian angel. She was my best friend and we were like sisters. She will always be in my heart, thought of with love and greatly missed. May God bless all of Robbin's family and friends and comfort you in your time of sorrow.
Dallman Electric
May 2, 2010
Mark,
Very sorry about the loss of your sister. We know you will always cherish her memory.
Dallman Electric Shop,
IBEW LU-193,
CWLP
Guy & Alyce Beggs
May 1, 2010
Linda,
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, and Wendell at this time of such sadness in your lives. It has been said that when a loved one becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. I'm sure the memories held by you and the many other people who loved Robbin will be among your most cherished treasures.
Lenny Hamende
May 1, 2010
I am so sorry to read the loss of Robin. We spent many years in school together at St. Pats and I've run into her twice this past year, once being very recent. May she rest in peace and may her family live in peace knowing that.
May 1, 2010
Linda. It was deep sorrow that I learned of Robbin's passing. May the Lord's peace and comfort surround you as you walk through yet another valley of loss. Sharon Stone Cook (Gary's sister)
Greg Harrell
May 1, 2010
Ron, Mark, So sorry for the loss of your sister, may the memories of her bring you comfort in the hard days ahead.
Kay Hovey Price
May 1, 2010
My deepest sympathy to Robbin's family and friends. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
TOM STONE
May 1, 2010
LOVING PRAYERS TO LYNN AND ALL THE FAMILEY
Justin deMarco
May 1, 2010
My deepest condolences go out to Robbin's family. I am sad to hear that she has passed.
May 1, 2010
Linda, My prayers are with you and your family. Im so sorry for your loss and may Robbin rest in peace for she is with the Lord now. Jane Bill
May 1, 2010
To the Hovey family,
My sincerest condolenscences on your loss. May God be with you in your time of need. I just met Robbin recently and was blessed to enjoy her friendship. You are all in my prayers.
Cassandra H, Friend of Bill W.
Frank Schewe
May 1, 2010
You had recently became a friend and became dear to my heart from the first minute we met. My Love and heart go out to your family and Wendall.
Marlene (Stone) Robinson
May 1, 2010
Lynn,
While words seem inadequate at this time; hopefully expressions of loving concern give you comfort. My prayers ask the Lord to give peace and comfort to you and others of Robbin's family. His loving arms are there! Praying for all of you.
With His Love
Wendell Holdman
May 1, 2010
I love and miss you babe.
Gary & Karen Stone
May 1, 2010
Robbin was a wonderful person who gave so much of herself to so many. Her loving and caring nature was developed through the lifetime of unconditional love and support that she received from her entire family.
Her time on earth was entirely too brief, but she surely left this world a better place for those whom she knew and touched. Robbin knew no strangers and found tremendous self-satisfaction in being able to improve the lives of others, especially those whom she cared for as a respiratory therapist.
Although her loss is immense, we know that - after being welcomed by the Master - she was reunited with her loving father and will forever be in peace. She will be missed, but forever remembered.
May God give all of her family and friends comfort in knowing that she is with Him.
Pammy McGee
May 1, 2010
I will miss this angel of light
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