William A. “Bill” Robbins
William Austin “Bill” Robbins, 79, died February 26, 2020, in Okemos, Michigan. He was born January 5, 1941, in Lansing, MI, to the late Roland and Nadine (Austin) Robbins. He married Paula Louise Franklin on January 30, 1965, and she preceded him in death on March 19, 2007. Together Bill and Paula lived in Lansing where they raised their family.
Bill was a 30-year employee of General Motors working as a Tool & Die maker, as well as a member of the UAW. He was an avid MSU Spartans fan, enjoyed vacationing on Lake Michigan, hunting fishing, wood working, raising their dogs, and spending time with his family.
He is survived by his sons, Christopher (Linda) of Washington Twp. and Donald (Kelly) of Gilbert, AZ; four grandchildren, Molly, Austin, Keegan and Olivia; brother, Robert (Gloria) Robbins; nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family; as well as his dog, Whodo.
The memorial service has been cancelled until further notice.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be directed to the Capital Area Humane Society.
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Mary Kay Sculion
February 28, 2020 at 12:58 pmBill was a dear friend and I miss his laugh and the twinkle in his eyes.
Carole & Paul Poljan
March 5, 2020 at 12:51 pmBill was an honorable gentleman who we always enjoyed conversation with. He loved his family, Whodo & friends at Harry’s Bar. Bill always had funny stories to share. We will miss Bill at our family gatherings. Much Love! Carole & Paul
Jeffrey Franklin
March 15, 2020 at 3:42 pmUncle Bill, you will be sorely missed!! Although we didn’t get to spend as much time together as I had hoped, my childhood memories will last the rest of my lifetime! Even last summer when we last saw each other, your laugh brought back floods of happy memories every time I heard it! Thank you for all your talks and wisdom you have shared with me over the last 40+ years! Forever Rest In Peace, and love always
Caitlin Cornell
March 20, 2020 at 4:41 pmWe are so sorry for your loss, Robbins families. We loved long front yard hangouts with Bill and Whodo in the summers. Particularly if they
Involved his smoked brisket recipe! We really wish we could join you at the Memorial Service. Much love. Caitlin Cornell, James Woodfork, and Colin Cornell-Woodfork (neighbors).