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for J. Decker
January 13, 2008
I still think about you all the time. I feel sad, but then I think of one of the many fun and happy memories that we shared. You'll always have a special place in my heart.
Dorene Tenczar
July 11, 2007
Miss Robin,
Wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you and missing you. I know you are looking down on us and hopefully you will get us through this very hard time. May the sun continue to shine on you.
Love,
Sierra Smith & Dorene Tenczar
Amy Norkus
July 10, 2007
Chris & Christopher -
I just wanted to let you both know that you're often in my thoughts. I think about Robin and my days at the studio a lot, remembering all the fun we used to have, especially at the store.
I recently found the video tape of my 1988 dance recital - how much things have changed since then! How I miss those days, and everyone at Robin's.
I hope you're doing well. Keep in touch.
My love and prayers to you both,
Theodora Spalek
May 15, 2007
To Robin's friends and family:
I was very saddened to learn of Robin's passing. I knew her a long time ago when we were younger. She was a great person, and it sounds like she touched a lot of lives.
I pass through Utica often, and would like to visit her grave. Could someone tell me where her marker is at Mt. Olivet so that I can pay my respects? I would really appreciate it.
My condolences to her friends and family.
Sincerely,
Diane Morris
April 14, 2007
Dear Chris, Christopher, Kim, Donna, Robert and families,
In many ways big and small, Robin's life changed our world and left it a better place. She touched too many hearts to ever be forgotten! Thoughts of my time with Robin fill my mind and heart. Many years of the first day of class, picture day, costumes, recitals...and who could forget 'Suzy Snowflake'.
May the warmest of memories give you strength always.
Love, Diane Morris
Sierra Smith
April 10, 2007
Hi Ms Robin,
Sierra is on vacation and her and I wanted to let you know that we miss you very much. Sierra wants you to know she is trying very hard practicing for competition and trying her best to be the Dancer you would be proud of. Keep watching down on us
All our Love
Mary Sunshine
April 6, 2007
Happy Birthday Ms Robin. We all miss you so much. It's comforting to remember all of the fun and great stories and share them with everyone. We're all keeping our chins up though (enough to fit a grapefruit!)
With love,
Chuck n Denise
April 5, 2007
I've searched and waited to hear my own voice crying out .. and even to this day ., there are no words to express what the heart is saying and feeling right now .. we miss her too guys ..
Al and Kathy Clapper
April 1, 2007
Hi Chris,
We only heard this sad news just this week, from a customer. Difficult to find words to express our feelings.
Warm feelings from:
Al and Kathy Clapper
The Portrait Place
Jill Ruhm Broderick
March 31, 2007
Dear Chris,Donna,Kevin and Barb, I was so saddened to read the news of Robin's passing. We all were good friends 30 years ago. And after reading all of the beautiful thoughts that your friends had to say about Robin's numerous accomplishments in dance, I also have fond and happy memories of Robin dancing to "The Bump" at Utica Free Academy. Keep those great memories close to your heart. God bless, Jill
Tara Gibeault
March 30, 2007
23 years ago my cousins and I waved feather dusters in the air to the song whistle while you work! And pretended to throw imaginary foot balls to hip hip hooray for Mr. touch down! We were all so proud at 3 and 5 years old to be on her stage! Through private lessons and writing 100 times we will not fight in class she molded our talents and inspired us to be the adults we have become. looking back at all of the recitals, competitions, metals and ribbons my most fond memory of Miss. Robin is when our music malfunctioned (Philadelphia freedom) mid song and she gave us the courage to go on without music and finish our tap routine to a standing ovation! It wasent the people who stood or the applause in our ears it was the sincere look of Pride in her smile that made us feel like we did a job well done.
miss robin's rising star.....forever
valerie kurick
March 28, 2007
Chris and Christopher,
I am so sorry about the passing of Robin.She was a lovely person. You were so kind to me when Dennis died and you were great friend to him.
Valerie
Lisa and Lia Guerin
March 27, 2007
Thank you Miss Robin for being you and for your dance academy. Many wonderful memories of my daughter and dance and the whole "family" there at Robin's. We will miss you. Lia will dance for you!
Colin and Michelle Vaine
March 27, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jon Baldvins
March 27, 2007
Chris, I am very sorry to learn of your lose. It has been 25 years since the good times at SWRI. It seems like yesterday.
All my best,
Jon B.
Katie Maas
March 26, 2007
Ms. Robin was a women I looked up to since I started dancing 19 years ago. She's a major inspiration in my life and she's made me not only a great dancer, but a strong person. I can't thank her enough for everything that she has done. Ms. Robin will always be remembered and I'll keep dancing my heart out. I love you so much!
Kaitlyn Ebel
March 26, 2007
Chris and Christopher, Words cannot express the way i felt about Miss Robin. I loved her Dearly. If it wasn't for her i wouldn't have become the dancer i am today. Your mother will always be apart of me weather It's the next time i stumble or fall and think "BIG FINISH!" or maybe the next time i eat a ham sandwhich. She has taught me so much over the years and i am so thankful for having that. Someday i will take it all with me and share it with others.
We all love you.
Jennifer Fessia (Burkett)
March 26, 2007
Chris, Christopher, Donna, and Kim,
I was deeply saddened when I heard that Robin passed away. It has been at least over 20 years since I last saw her, but she is someone you never forget. I am very sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jessica Smith
March 26, 2007
Christopher and Chris,
I will never, ever forget Ms. Robin. I was blessed with her presence for the six years that I had taken dance with her. The smiles and laughs we shared will always be close at heart. Ms. Robin always used to joke and say that we should be roomates because we had so much in common! I feel very lucky to have ANYthing in common with such a sincere, sweet person. She will forever be an inspiration to me.
My thoughts are with you.
Bruce Allen
March 26, 2007
Chris, Christopher & all the Rising Stars: Miss Robin was loved by so many people. She was such an inspiration to everyone whose lives she touched. She was a fine teacher and role model for my daughter, Marie. She will be missed and remembered by all.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Ricky & Laurie Thibodeau
March 26, 2007
Dear Chris and Christopher,
We were neighbors at Governors Square for so many years and will always remember the smile, comfort and love that surrounded Robin. She was an incredibly bright and beautiful person. Please find peace in holding onto those precious memories of someone who loved her family so dearly and touched everyone she came in touch with. God bless.
Love,
Ricky and Laurie
Meaghan Pinkowski
March 26, 2007
Miss Robin will be greatly missed. She had an amazing talent, and we are so lucky that she shared that with us. I will be forever greatful, and will always hold a place in my heart for dance and her wonderful teachings.
Dawn Wood
March 26, 2007
To Chris, her son-Chris, her family, the Staff and all the Dancers of Robin's Academy: Our deepest condolences for your loss. Keep Robin close to you thru cherished memories and find comfort knowing she is at peace. We are saddened to see our community of dancers once again go thru the pain and loss of a cherished teacher. Remember Ms. Robin watches from 'the best seat in the house' as she enjoys the performances of all her 'stars' dancing from their hearts.
Very sorry for your loss.
God's Peace to you.
Dawn Wood, Caitlyn Hughes and The Staff of Isabelle School of Dance
Susan Reynolds & Family
March 26, 2007
Chris and family,
She will live in the hearts of everyone who loved her.
Many have danced this dance called LIFE... but none with her gentle grace. She'll be missed.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Robert and Julie Mazzarese
March 26, 2007
Our deepest sympathy during this very difficult time. You and your family are in our prayers.
Michelle Ebel
March 26, 2007
Chris, Christopher and family,
Words cannot express how sorry we all feel for the loss of Miss Robin. My family and I have had the pleasure of getting to know you and your family, and with that for the past 23 years you have been apart of our family. Robin will always be apart of us as will you. She will always be our 'Rising Star'
Heather Hay
March 25, 2007
Miss Robin,
I keep on telling myself that it is OK to cry, but I have to remember that you're in a better place now. I'm so glad that you were my teacher before you passed away. Being part of Robin's Rising Stars has meant more to me than anyone will ever know...Thank you! And now you have risen up to dance with the stars!!! I will miss you. Heather
juliet bilpuh
March 25, 2007
Ms. robin you where a great person . We all wish you were HERE. do me a favor and teach god to DANCE.Im shore he would love your great moves.SOORY.we were all so said .please watch over our team. your in a much better place now .......
love juliet
Roberta Presher
March 25, 2007
Chris and Christopher,
we cannot express the sadness we feel at Robins passing. She was not only our teacher but our friend. Heaven has gained a beautiful angel and and she has left us with so many cherished memories. We'll never forget her.
love you
Bert and Ken
Sara Rizzo
March 25, 2007
Ms. Robin you taught me so much about myself as a person and as a dancer. You were a very important person in my life, and you inspired us all to reach for the stars and gave us the pride and talent that we all had. You will be truly missed!
Jessica Smith
March 25, 2007
Kim & Family,
We are all so sorry to hear about your loss, She was a great person and touched many lives, hearts and souls. She will be greatly missed. I did not know her as well as everyone else but the few times i was lucky enough to meet and talk with her she seemd like a great person, cheerful and open minded. I would have loved to get to know her better. She knew as well all did that it was her time that was her calling, and she is at peace now. My Wish for all of you is that you find peace in your lives as she did in hers. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
Maureen Pagano
March 25, 2007
To Robin's family and dance community,
I had a chance to meet Robin on a few occassions through my dance and choreography career. I am sorry for your loss and wish you peace.
April Balfoort
March 25, 2007
Sorry for your loss. Hope the best for the family and Robin's Academy. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Tim and Lisa D'Souza
March 25, 2007
Chris,
We are truly saddened by your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time for you, Christopher and your Family.
Stephanie Ortiz (Morris)
March 25, 2007
Chis and Christopher,
As you know I started and ended my dance career with Miss Robin and for the entire Twenty years she was like a mother and a friend to me. I owe my love for dance to her. I will always cherish the memories made at every recital and competion over the years. Miss Robin was truely and inspiration to young people and proof that you can truely love what you do for a living. My deepest sympathy for you and your family, heaven has gained and angel of grace. Sincerely, Steph
Mike Dupont
March 25, 2007
Chris,
I'm truly sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cathy DeJiulio
March 25, 2007
Chris..
We're so sorry for your loss. Please know that you're in our thoughts and prayers.
Cathy & Joe DeJiulio
Rochelle Doin
March 25, 2007
I didn’t have much talent, but you gave me the confidence to try my best. You also gave me one of my first jobs. I’ll never forget how much fun I had at Robin‘s.
Chris and family: My deepest sympathies go out to you. Robin was an amazing person.
Carolanne (Hecox) Flanders
March 25, 2007
Dear Chris,
I can't believe how shocked I was to read of Robin's passing. I will always remember her as someone with grace and style and abundant love. This world feels so much sadder knowing that she is no longer here. I'm so sorry for you and your son. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Susan and Thomas Ryan
March 25, 2007
Dear Chris and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May treasured memories sustain you today and bring you hope in the coming days.
with deepest sympathy,
Donna Krug
March 25, 2007
Ms Robin helped my daughter become who she is today by giving her confidence and teaching her to be graceful. She was kind and gentle and loved by all her students. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
Tara O'Brien
March 24, 2007
Robin's academy of dance was my very first dance studio. It was where I spent my first six years of dancing. Even though I have moved on to dance in other places, Miss Robin will always have a special place in my heart. I enjoyed the years I spent there and if it werent for Miss Robin I would not be the dancer I am today.
She will truely be missed
Lori Smolen Scaravillo
March 24, 2007
Dear Chris,
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Robin's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
God Bless,
Lori
John & Joanne Fortunato
March 24, 2007
Dear Chris,
We are so sorry to hear about Robin. We hope that you'll find comfort in the memories that are yours to cherish always, and strength in the friendship of those who share your loss.
Love,
Joanne & John
Patti, Rick, Michelle & Mike Amsler
March 24, 2007
Chris, Christopher & Family,
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Francesca Ingoldsby
March 24, 2007
To Ms. Robin's Family:
I am saddened to hear of Ms. Robin's passing. With sympathy,
Mark & Maureen Groudas
March 24, 2007
Chris, Christopher & Family,
We were so saddened to hear about your loss, words can not express our feelings. You are in our thoughts and prayers constantly.
With our deepest sympathies,
Charlette Giacomino
March 24, 2007
Chris & Chris: I am so sorry to hear about Robin. You were my next-door neighbors for many years on Plaza Avenue. Robin (and both of you) were such good neighbors, and I was sad to see you move. I always enjoyed talking with Robin in the yard, usually about our cats. I will always remember her as a very pleasant person and a wonderful neighbor. I know she will be missed by many.
Shayna Lenney and family
March 24, 2007
Our family is saddened to hear of the loss of Robin. Our daughter has been dancing for three years at her academy. We could tell how much the dancers meant to Robin. Our thoughts and wishes go out to the family at this difficult time.
Marie Galipeau
March 24, 2007
Chris and Family,
Robin was the one to get my girls to start and continue dancing for the past ten years. She was an inspiration to all of her students. She will be greatly missed by all. You are all in our
thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Love The Galipeau's
Dorene Tenczar
March 24, 2007
Dear Chris and Family,
We are sorry for the loss of our dear Ms. Robin. Robin's Academy has become our family. She will be greatly missed by us all. Sierra had a great respect for her as all of us did. We all need to stay strong and get through this very saddened time. Our prayers and thoughts are will you, your son and your entire family. Her loving and caring ways to all of us will never be forgotten. God Bless
Kim Ellis
March 24, 2007
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007
Kim Pickett
March 24, 2007
Chris,Christopher,Kim and family
Our hearts and prayers are with you at this very trying time. We will miss Robin very much. She was an inspiration to Jamie and myself for a very long time. Teaching both of us to reach inside for our self esteem and to reach for the stars, now she is sitting on one watching over us. We love you all very much. Please stay in touch.
Love, Kim Pickett and Jamie Heeder
JESSICA (WOOD) NARDONE
March 24, 2007
KIM AND FAMILY,
Words can not express the hurt i feel for you guys. i am so sorry for your loss of Robin. She will be greatly missed and just know the you are in my thoughts and prayers. i love you guys and i f there is ANYTHING I can do please call.
Nadine Reutzel
March 24, 2007
I would have never have fallen in love with dance as much as I have if it weren't for Miss Robin. She was in Inspiration and a friend. She will be Greatly missed.
Rachel Presher
March 24, 2007
Chris & Christopher,
Words cannot express the grief that all of us are going through. Miss Robin (as she was so affectionately called!) was loved by so many people. She was such an inspiration to anyone whose lives she danced into. You'll always be part of our family - your mother was part of our family since the day that Tara, Erika, Sarah and Jamie walked into her class. We all shared so many great memories, and that's what we'll all hold on to. Heaven has gained such a beautiful angel. We love you guys.
Much love always,
"Miss Mary Sunshine" & the whoooole Ebel family
Susan McNeill Spuhler
March 24, 2007
Dear Chris,
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time.
Love,
Tom & Susan McNeill Spuhler
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