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James Edward Robbins, 55, of Millville died Sunday morning, Oct. 23, 2011, in South Jersey Extended Care, Bridgeton.
Born and raised in Millville, he graduated from Millville Senior High School, Class of 1973. During his school years, he was active with the Boy Scouts, delivered papers and loved being active.
For many years Mr. Robbins worked as a mechanic for Wheaton Industries, where he repaired machines. He then worked for Leone Industries in Bridgeton as a mechanic. Due to his health, he retired.
Mr. Robbins enjoyed being with his son and family, having barbecues, taking rides, eating crabs and clams, and enjoying his grandchildren. He also enjoyed fishing, canoeing, hunting, car racing, hiking and just being a true outdoors man. He treasured his friends that he had.
Mr. Robbins is survived by his companion, Lorraine Heichel; his son, James O. Robbins Sr. and his fiancé Ashley of Millville; one daughter, Heather Robbins of Millville; one brother, Joseph J. Robbins of Millville; and three grandchildren, James O. Robbins Jr., Logan and Lani Robbins. He was predeceased by his parents, Joseph L. Robbins and Florence (Burcher); and one sister, Florence Springer.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Christy Funeral Home, 11 W. Broad St., Millville. There will be a viewing on Thursday from 10 to 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family.
Written tributes may be sent to www.christyfuneralservice.com.
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Jerry Schwegel Jr
October 29, 2011
Joe,heather,Jimmy and family, I'm sorry to here of cousin Jim's passing.He will be missed,never forgotten! We had some great times growing up. He took me on my first road trip to bike week 1981 camped for 2 weeks it was great! "Hey Cuz" God's speed !
heather/larry thomason/stein
October 27, 2011
my deepest condolences to the whole family.jim will be sadly missed he was a true friend.thank you for always beleaving in me.the world lost one of the great ones."ROLL THE BONES MY OLD FRIEND"dont yell to much up there ha ha.see you again someday.you have a permanant spot in my heart.love you always.p.s love you to smokin jo.
heather/larry thomason/stein
October 27, 2011
my deepest condolences to the whole family.jim was a great guy.a true friend.i thank him for AlWAYS being there for he always beleaved in me.the world lost one of the great ones!"ROLL THE BONES MY OLD FRIEND"sleep sweetly dont yell to much up there haha.see you again someday my popadopalis love you always.
Dennis Springer
October 25, 2011
uncle joe or joey when you see this message,can yall contact me (561)329-7213.my sincerest condolences! keep your faith!
Lorraine Silvers
October 25, 2011
Jim was always a happy guy and fun to hang with back in the day.My condolences to his Family.
Carrie & Larry Pollock
October 25, 2011
Jim was a close friend of ours for many years and although we had not seen him for sometime he was always in our thoughts and prayers. Our sincerest condolences to his family. Jim was a good man and will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. God bless and keep you all as you struggle with his loss.
Sheri Rathbone
October 25, 2011
I went to a concert with Jim in 1990. We had more fun on the ride to the spectrum than at the actual concert. We were talking about it a little over a year ago. I'm sorry to hear of his passing. My condolences to his family and friends.
Dennis Springer
October 25, 2011
ha sorry to here about uncle jim he will not be forgotten!his nephew Dennis w Springer!!!!
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