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Robin Leah Simon

Robin Simon Obituary

Robin Leah Simon passed away peacefully on September 6, 2008, after a 4 year struggle with breast cancer. She was 47.

Robin will forever be remembered as a loving wife, devoted mother and caring friend. She has amazed us all with her continued optimism, cheerful nature and strength. The sadness of her passing will be eased by the joyful memories of the times we have all shared.

Her devoted husband, Mark has tirelessly been by her side. She will be deeply missed by her daughter, Cheryl; and her 7 year old twins, Olivia and Jacob. Her mother, Fran; her father, Robert; her mother-in-law, Rea; her father-in-law, Sol; her sisters, Anne, Lisa and Kim; and so many others who loved her dearly also survive her.

Her sister Debbie preceded her in death.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, September 10, at Conejo Mountain Funeral Home in Camarillo.

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Published by Ventura County Star from Sep. 9 to Sep. 12, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Robin Simon

14 Entries

Anne

March 12, 2023

Robin, Your kind words and loving heart are missed everyday. Today on your birthday I celebrate having you as my sister and friend. Love,Anne

Penny Tutini

September 24, 2008

Dear Mark, I am so sorry to hear of Robbin's passing. I did her hair and enjoyed our conversations. She was so up beat and made me laugh all the time. I will miss her. I would have liked to see her one last time. All my love to you and your family, Penny Tutiini

Roberta (Homans) Mitchell

September 10, 2008

Dear Mark and Family:

Rob-Bob, as I knew Robin, was a great friend during her time at Unico American. Robin always made things more fun, more bearable and definetly more interesting. We used to go out to lunch and she would joke about how Mark would know she went out and ate something "bad" because "he will see the grease slick on my forhead when I get home!" Robin and I did not keep in touch after she left the company, but I would always hope to see her when I went somewhere I thought she might be -- like the "Follow Your Heart" grocery store (of course Robin called it Follow your F---, with a serious look and little twinkle in her eye).

Fortunately, Robin called me in July and we got together and had an opportunity to spend a little time together and share photos form Cheryl's wedding album and photos from my recent wedding. I got to see pictures of the family and the beautiful twins and she got to see pictures of my wonderful husband and to share my joy. It was so obvious that her treasure and joy were her family! She looked well to me and was funny, positive and still giving... I am thankful that she had Mark to love and cherish her. It makes it a little easier to know that the family was at her side through all the steps that she went through.

My heart goes out to Robin's family and friends. I pray that the peace and love of the Lord touches each of your hearts.

Roberta-Bob

JOHN DI NAPOLI V.P.CLAIMS, CRUSADER INS CO.

September 10, 2008

I met Robin about 21 years ago on the 1st day I interviewed at Unico. She had recently been hired herself. She was somewhat nervous during our interview...she explained that she was originally hired to be an underwriter trainee but that Roger Platten had switched the job to personnel. I had a lot of experience in personnel matters so we discussed interviewing techniques, etc. for most of the interview.

Robin was such a delightful person that anyone would take an instant liking to her. We remained friends for all of the time we worked together. We talked about many things from proper diet to philosophy. I have very fond memories of those times. She always made me laugh and feel good because of her positive attitude, her clever wise-cracking, and sense of humor. (Her having a porta-potty delivered to Roger Platten's reserved underground parking space as a joke is legendary.) She always made you feel like you were a close friend. Robin certainly made Unico a better place, and I will always have nothing but the fondest memories and thoughts of her.

Claims Department Crusader Insurance Company

September 10, 2008

Dear Mark & Family,

We in the Claims Department of Crusader Insurance Co. are so very saddened to hear of the loss of your beautiful Robin. We all remember how welcoming and comfortable she made our first day at our new job-she was truly such a joy to be around!

We treasure the memories of her sweet personality.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the children at this very difficult time.

Diana and Nick Balich

September 10, 2008

To the Family of Robin:
The last time we saw Robin was at our niece's funeral in Cottonwood. We had met her years before as she was very close friends with our nieces. What a lovely woman. I remembered her as a beautiful, intelligent, happy, smiling, loving younger woman so many years ago. What a blessing she was for our own Cross family during their loss. Friendships are so very important to all of us. May your family be warmed by all your memories, and, of course, she is with God and her others family members. They will watch over her and in return you will watch over you throughout the years.
Nick and Diana Balich

Sharyl Cross

September 10, 2008

My friendship with Robin goes back to the 7th grade spanning a 35 year period. I have so many memories I can share about Robin. It seems like yesterday when Robin received her first driver’s license and we were so excited to go out in her mother’s Oldsmobile 98. Robin still had to sit on a phone book so she could see well over the steering wheel. Our friendship was sustained over the years in attending the University of Arizona and beyond. While at UCLA, I so much enjoyed the visits with Robin and Mark in Woodland Hills. Mark would prepare vegetarian cuisine for us, and we spent many good evenings engaged in discussions resolving all the world’s problems. I was so honored to be asked to serve as maid of honor for Robin in her wedding ceremony.
Above all, I would want Olivia and Jacob to remember that their dear mother had tremendous character. Robin was unwavering in her integrity. They should know that she was loyal, consistent, generous, and deeply committed to her family and friends. She possessed exceptional intelligence and keen insight. As Karen said, her sense of humor was unmatched. She loved animals, and many of you will remember the joy that “piglet" and “polly pocket” brought for Robin. She offered a creative & imaginative touch to every situation.
As my mother said, we are so deeply saddened and we will profoundly miss Robin’s presence in our lives. My hope and prayer is that Jacob and Olivia will always be inspired by the legacy their mother has left for her time in this physical world. I know Robin will continue to guide and protect Jacob and Olivia through all their days. I also know that with the love and support of their father Mark and sister Cheryl, grandparents, aunts, and all the extended family & friends...these two young children will grow to make their place in this world as extraordinary positive contributors in every respect.
God bless you my precious friend… your time with us here was far too short, but your contributions are powerful and lasting....we are so grateful for all that you taught us, and for the countless blessings you brought to our lives... we will forever keep you close in our hearts and prayers.
Sharyl Cross
Garmisch-Partenkirchen,
Germany

Cheryl and Dave Partridge

September 9, 2008

Dearest Simon Family,

My thoughts are of the beautiful mommy that brought Jacob to my kindergarten classroom two years ago. Warm and funny-she carried pictures of friends and family and told of the wonderful times with them-her descriptions and sense of humor a ray of sunshine cutting through the clouds. Our deepest sympathy and love-

Christine and Jerry Cross

September 9, 2008

First of all, our deepest sympathy goes to Mark, Cheryl, Olivia, Jacob, Fran, Mr. Nicholas, Ann, Lisa, Kim and the entire family of Robin. You can't imagine how Robin's passing has saddened our family. We know that she is in a better place in her eternal home and she is with God. We believe, with all our heart that she is there with Annette, her Sister and her loved ones who have passed before her. Her pain and suffering is passed and she will be in heaven watching over her precious children and her loving and devoted husband. We have been blessed and graced with Robin in our lives for 35 years and it is hard to describe how much we loved and cared about her. She had always been a remarkable person in every phase of her life that she was here with us. She brought joy and comfort to our family when we lost Annette even though she was struggling with her illness at that time.
We will never forget you Robin, but we will truly miss you. Please know that our prayers and thoughts are with your family and that we will pray for you and Annette everyday. We will meet again and at that time it will be for eternity...We love you!

Laura Wampler

September 9, 2008

Dear Robin,

As much as I am devasted by your passing, I am glad it was in peace and with Mark, Cheryl and the twins by your side. Thank you so much for more than 23 years of friendship. I am truly grateful that you were so diligent about making sure we kept in touch, no matter where we landed. We shared a lot, but especially the blessing of boy/girl twins. You were a remarkable friend, wife and mother, and frankly we are all lucky to have had you in our lives. I will miss your smile and mischievous giggle. I am thankful and privileged to have been your friend.

June Stewart

September 9, 2008

Rob-Bob..my dear friend and confidant..I shall miss you..my home is filled with beautiful things you gave me.

Your Cuz is waiting to greet you..he is going to show you the "ropes"..there will be much laughter and hugs.

Bye my little Barbie Doll...I shall miss you..and think of you often.

God Bless You.

All My Love..

Stu

Carol Oberle

September 9, 2008

I first met Robin 2 years ago when my Grandson went to kindergarten with Robin's twins. She was so upbeat and positive it was hard to believe she was ill. She made me laugh every day, especially with her remarks about being glad not to be the "oldest" parent there. Robin had a smile and kind words for everyone, she made each one of us feel special for knowing her. The world was a kinder place with Robin in it. She will be missed. With deepest sympathy to all of Robin's family.

Roger Platten

September 9, 2008

I still remember the day, more than 20 years ago, when Robin came into my office and interviewed for a position with Unico American Corporation as an underwriter trainee. I hired her for that position but before her first day of work, I had a change of heart. When she came to work on that first Monday morning, I persuaded her to be the assistant director of personnel instead. Robin had such an outgoing personality that I knew she would be perfect for meeting and interviewing job applicants. The first company person an applicant meets leaves an impression, good or bad, of the company. I could not think of anyone who would make a better first impression for our company than Robin.

It didn't take long for Robin to become our personnel director and over the years, with all the employees she hired and all the company functions that Robin put together, everyone just loved her. Without a doubt, of all the people I have ever hired, Robin was my best, and my favorite, and the one who truly became a great friend over the many years I have known her. Robin was like my sister on the west coast.

During the last years, I never had a single conversation with Robin where she didn't talk about what a wonderful person Mark was and what a comfort he was to her during these difficult times. Thank you, Mark, for being such a wonderful husband to my good friend.

Karen Cruice

September 9, 2008

I've known Robin for about 28 years when we both were living in Tucson. I moved to Los Angeles not long after and on a trip to Tucson, stopped in to see her. She had graduated from the U of A, living by herself in a small apartment and working part-time at Montgomery Wards. I looked around and looked at her and said, "we're packing you up and you're coming with me to LA". She said, "OK"! We loaded up a U-Haul and hitched her old car to the back and she was on her way to her new life.

Over the years, she always thanked me for doing that because she said that if it wasn't for me, she never would have met Mark, and eventually had their babies, and the life she was always so greatful to have had. I think Robin would have done well with or without me being instrumental in her life at a certain point in time, but it has always meant alot to me to know how much it mattered to her.

When I think about Robin, I think about how smart she was, how loyal and committed she was to her family
and friends, and how positive she always was even when she became sick. However, the one thing I will remember most about Robin was her great sense of humor. So, instead of crying I am just going to remember all those laughs we had and carry that memory in my heart.

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