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Robyn Leo Obituary
Pomfret, CT - Robyn C. Leo, 64, of Holmes Rd., died Tuesday, June 1, 2021, in Brigham & Women's Hospital. Born in Webster, MA, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Lillian (Pelletier) Mikolajczak.
After completing her BSN at Worcester State College in 1982, Robyn completed her MS in Maternal Child Nursing at University of Connecticut in 1984. Shifting from clinical work to education, Robyn taught as a tenured nursing professor for over 25 years and past department chairperson at Worcester State University. She was celebrated for her creative teaching approach and commitment to diversity.
To family and friends, Robyn was sociable, thoughtful, and creative. She was an active member of the Quiet Corner Garden Club and a passionate Osprey Steward for the CT Audubon society. She loved the ocean, cooking, singing, scrapbooking and crafting. She knew how to bring people together and was a board member of the New England chapter of Families with Children from China for many years. Robyn made sepia tones look like technicolor (she loved The Wizard of Oz) and now our lives are less colorful.
Robyn is survived by her daughters Dr. Hannah Pei Leo and her partner Dr. Kevin Guzman of San Francisco, CA, and Hallie Lin Leo of Pomfret, CT; her brother, James J. Mikolajczak and his wife Dr. Leslie Harrold of Northboro, MA; her sister, Patrice E. Bernier of Thompson, CT; several nieces & nephews, and her beloved meezer Tito.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Robyn's family from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 in the Valade Funeral Home & Crematory, 23 Main Street, North Grosvenordale. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday June 10, 2021 in Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 16 East Main St. Webster, MA. Burial will be private. For memorial guestbook please visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.
In lieu of flowers, gifts in her memory may be made to the Professor Robyn Leo Nursing Scholarship at Worcester State University. Checks can be made payable to Worcester State Foundation, Inc and sent to University Advancement at Worcester State University, 486 Chandler Street, Worcester, MA 01602.
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Pat Donnelly
June 8, 2021
I ve lost my dearest friend of 25 years. My heart is broken for those of us left behind without your beautiful presence. Hannah and Hallie , I love you dearly. There was not a day that went by that we did not speak to each other about our children. I know how proud she was of you both and now she is your guardian angel. I miss you my dear Robyn.
Anne Marie Fortin MSN RN
June 8, 2021
So sorry to hear of her passing. I worked with her at WSU. She was a wonderful person to work with and I learned a great deal from her. So sorry for the loss of your mom.
Jane OLeary
June 8, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to your family.
Judy Maruca
June 7, 2021
Robyn and I started teaching together at WSU many years ago. We shared a tiny office and she would answer my phone every afternoon when it would ring at 3:15. Robyn would reassure my son that I had left work and should be arriving home soon. I can still hear her voice saying, "Yes Tyler, your mom is on her way home."
I am so sorry for your loss. Robyn was a passionate woman about so many things.
David Mikolajczak
June 6, 2021
Deepest sympathies from David Gail and Natalie Mikolajczak of Berryville Virginia
Will and Joy Child
June 6, 2021
We are sorry for your loss . We met her when the girls were small at the pool at Beacon Park . Sincerely
Joy and Will Child
Peter Starzec
June 5, 2021
Reading Robyn's achievements, it doesn't surprise me one bit that she chose a field where she helps and educates others. Such a beautiful person ! I hope her family will accept heartfelt condolences from someone from her old neighborhood. Rest in peace dear girl.
Marilyn oneil
June 4, 2021
A wonderful, compassionate colleague that I am proud to have been with in the education community at Worcester University
The Staff of Valade Funeral Home
June 4, 2021
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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