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1950
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Christopher Robbins Obituary
Robbins Sr.
Oct. 12, 1950 - April 25, 2020
MISHAWAKA, IN - Christopher A. Robbins Sr., 69, of Mishawaka passed away on 4/25/2020 at home after battling pancreatic cancer and numerous health issues. Chris was born in Mishawaka to the late Leonard L. and Marjorie (Herrling) Robbins.
A proud Copper Club Player at Four Winds Casino, he treasured the kindness of the staff. He loved flying kites at Beutter Park and especially on the beach. Chris enjoyed shooting pool, bowling, throwing horseshoes, and fishing in his earlier years. Chris adored many dogs and cats over the years. Chris cheered on the Chicago Bears, Cubs, and Notre Dame.
A skilled drywall finisher, he displayed true craftsmanship on each job. A proud member and retiree of the Painters Union Local 1118, Chris was also known to have a green thumb and was very earth-friendly.
Chris married his loving devoted wife, Michelle Robbins on July 16, 1988. Chris was preceded in death by his son, Chris Jr., brothers, Rolley, Danny, and Michael, sister-in-law, Chrissy, father-in-law, Richard Ciesiolka, and nephew, Cory Robbins. Chris is survived by his children, Suzanne (John) Bizzell, Shonda (Jimmy) Coburn, Ruth Ann (Brian) Curtis, Lindsey, and Bill; brothers, Leonard Jr. and Douglas; brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, and his mother-in-law, as well as grandkids Brandon, Samantha, Jackie (Tagi), Codi (Dylan), Dallas, Jonathyn (Kat), Christopher, Troy, Trent, Dakota, Savannah, Xander, Sebastian, Sage, and Simon; great-grandkids, Austin, Ashton, Amari, Theo, Coral, Isla, Jon Jr., Aiden, Asher, and Carson; and an abundance of nieces and nephews. He was blessed by having many wonderful friends.
Due to national events a Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, July 19, 2020 at M.R. Falcons, 3213 Keller Street, South Bend, IN 46628, from 3pm-7pm. Chris generously donated his body to the Anatomical Education Program at Indiana University School of Medicine. In lieu of flowers please make donations in memory of Christopher Robbins to Center for Hospice, 501 Comfort Place, Mishawaka, IN 46545. Thank you to everyone who visited and helped Chris during his final days, you made him smile.
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Memories and Condolences
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LINDSEY ROBBINS
April 23, 2024
Dad, I can't believe you've been gone 4 years and now Michelle is with you. To say I am sad and devastated is an understatement. We did our best to make you proud. Give my Tucker dog a pat on the head for me. Love and miss you!
Michelle Robbins
April 26, 2023
Another year has come and gone. I miss you just as much as the day you passed. See you one day
MELODY A ROBBINS
April 23, 2023
Sure miss you Chris..love you
LINDSEY ROBBINS
May 1, 2020
My Dad was one of a kind. He had a great sense of humor, a big heart, and somewhat a foul mouth (LOL) which he passed down to each of us. He instilled hard working values in us kids too. He taught many nephews, friends and family how to drywall and do things The Right Way (which was His way). I am so lucky for the time I got with him. He taught me to be strong, he taught me to use common sense, he taught me to always be honest, & he taught me to always speak up (the squeaky wheel gets the grease). Thank you for all the love Dad. I miss you.
Maggie Scowden
April 30, 2020
Although I never had the privilege of meeting Chris, God brought his loving daughter Lindsey into my life. I believe she is the shinning example of everything good you brought into this world. Rest easy Chris she will keep your light going. God bless your family.
Barb Martin-Jordan
April 29, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss. Love hugs and prayers sent to all of you. Chris was a special man and will be greatly missed. Tell Danny Paul I said hi!
Mary
April 29, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Michelle I'm so sorry for your loss. If you ever need to talk...please let me know. My heart goes out to you! Godbless you and your family. Mary
Susie
April 29, 2020
Chris was not only my brother in law but he was a man who I admired not only for his full of life but for the love he had for my sister Michelle. Yes he will be missed terribly but his memories will linger on for eternity. He not only left behind his children as well as his family, he left behind a lady who loved him unconditional. RIP my dear brother in law
Amy Lynch
April 29, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Diana McDonald
April 29, 2020
Chris was a good man and will never be forgotten. R.I.P. and fly high with all your loved ones who have gone before you. I'll see you on the other side some day.
Melody
April 29, 2020
Hey Bro-in-law..I don't even know what to say..Sep, Thank you, I'm so glad you always loved me and welcomed me. Im happy we got to share a few laughs. And very glad I got to see you. RIP Chris.. Give all the family a hug and a extra long one to Danny please..Love you..
April 29, 2020
My love-I know you are no longer in pain but my pain is so indescribable. My days are long and nights even longer. You left so many people behind. I will NEVER forget you. RIP until we are together again--your forever loving wife Michelle
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