Tribute & Message From The Family
Devoted Wife, Mother, Sister, Aunt, and Friend
Carolyn F. Robinson age 82 and longtime resident of Concord passed away peacefully on Friday, December 10, 2021, at Emerson Hospital with her loving family by her side. She was the loving wife of William C.(Bill) Robinson
Carolyn was born in Winthrop, Massachusetts on June 1, 1939, the daughter of John F. Forbes and Julia (Tuck) Forbes. She moved to Concord with the family in 1951. Carolyn graduated from Concord Carlisle High School in 1957 and later graduated from nurses training at Faulkner Hospital, Boston in 1960. Carolyn and Bill married on October 20, 1963 at the West Concord Union Church, remained in Concord where together they raised their loving family.
Carolyn was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and would have soon become a great grandmother. She was always supportive of family and friends. She worked for several years in the operating room at Emerson Hospital and later for many years as the nurse in the Urology Clinic at the John Cumming Building. Her kind demeanor was welcomed by all who knew her.
Family was the center of her life. She enjoyed countless family gatherings whether they were for holidays or milestone events where her presence was always cherished. Carolyn was a Girl Scout leader and a member of the Advisory Board of Concord Assembly #53 of Rainbow for a number of years. She and Bill enjoyed their summer homes in Gloucester and many times on Cape Cod. She enjoyed knitting and the stories of her inventory of yarn are legendary.
Along with her husband she is survived by her children, Mark C. Robinson and his wife Beth-Ann of Groton, CT and Susan Beth Lanchester and her husband , Gary of Concord, grand children Julia Rose Ritter and her husband Damon of San Diego, CA,, William L. Robinson, Spencer P Lanchester, David S. Robinson and James W. Robinson. She Is also survived by her brother, Maynard C. Forbes and several nieces and nephews..
BASED ON THE RISE IN OMICRON CASES AND THE CONCERN OF THE SPREAD OF THE VARIANT THE SCHEDULE OF SERVICES HAVE BEEN CHANGED. THE VISITING HOURS WILL REMAIN THE SAME (Saturday, January 8, 2022 from 10:00 am - 11:45 pm); HOWEVER, ATTENDEES ARE REQUESTED TO QUICKLY PAY THEIR RESPECTS AND NO CLOSE GATHERING.
THERE WILL BE NO SERVICE AT THE FUNERAL HOME, at 11:45 AM WE WILL GATHER IN CARS AT THE FUNERAL HOME AND PROCESS TO SLEEPY HOLLOW CEMETERY FOR THE COMMITTAL SERVICE.
The service on January 8 2022 was recorded and may be accessed by the link below:
https://youtu.be/_ZW0imxXJJc
Donations in her memory may be made to:
West Concord Union Church
1317 Main Street
Concord, MA 01742
www.westconcordunionchurch.org
and/or
Native American Rights Fund
1506 Broadway
Boulder. CO 80302
www.narf.org
1-303-447-8760
Condolence & Memory Journal
I am so sorry to hear of Carolyn's passing. I have such fond memories of living in 56A and Carolyn was such a great landlady, friend and nurse to me. I remember her warm smile and laugh. She even let me paint the bathroom pink! When she saw it she hesitated to say anything then sighed and said well, it can be painted over May She Rest In Peace. Thinking of you all now and please accept my sympathy. -Kathy
Posted by
Kathy Leafquist (Lyle) - Naples, FL - Friend February 10, 2022
Dear Mark, Susie and family,
I was sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. It has been years since we have seen each other, but have warm memories of our Moms' friendship and your mother's wonderful laugh. Please know that we are thinking of you.
Posted by
Lisa Campbell - Bethel, VT - Friend January 11, 2022
Carolyn and I knew each other through our membership at WCUC.
We worked on many projects together. One of my fondest joint endeavors with her was a shower we hosted for a mutual friends daughter. We had fun and it was a glorious time for all.
She was so helpful to my daughter when she was interested in Order of Eastern Star as well as being a great help with Girl Scouts.
She was so knowledgeable about so many shared interests/ She has left a great legacy.
Posted by
Anne Rarich - Concord, MA - Family Friend January 08, 2022
I am so saddened to hear this morning of Carolyn's passing. I was l longtime neighbor of the Forbes', s and Carolyn and Bill. living next to them on Main Street in West Concord.. I also just learned this morning of Bill's passing. My condolences go to the family as they deal with their loss.
Posted by
Donna Palen - Tega Cay, SC - Neighbor December 25, 2021
So many memories of Mom2 growing up and in Girl Scouts. Heartfelt sympathies, thoughts and prayers to Suzie, Mark and the family.
Posted by
Donna Tormey - Shirley, MA - Friend December 21, 2021
I'm very sad to hear of Carolyn Robinson's death. She certainly was a lovely woman. Bill, you have my deepest sympathy.
Posted by
Cynthia Vanaria - Honolulu, HI - Coworker December 17, 2021
So very sad to hear of Carolyn's passing. I was so glad to have known her. Sending sympathy to her family and the many friends she had in Concord. May you be comforted by your memories.
Posted by
Anne Umphrey - Concord, MA December 15, 2021
My heart lurched when I found out that Carolyn has left us. We were friends for decades and shared
a lot with each other. I send my love to Suzie and Maynard as they remember their beloved Mother and Sister. She was loved, trusted and respected by so many across Concord.
Posted by
Jill Henderson - Carlisle, MA - Family Friend December 15, 2021
My heartfelt condolences to all of Carolyn's family. Such a wonderful, caring woman. An old West Concord friend. May your memories bring you comfort and may God bless you all.
Posted by
Maureen Dee Steinmann - Chelmsford, MA - Friend December 14, 2021
