Leo D. Robbins

Leo D. Robbins, age 82 of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan passed away Monday March 3, 2014 at War Memorial Hospital. Leo was born April 19, 1931 in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan to Leo and Lavina Robbins. Leo was especially proud of his military service, of having served during the Korean conflict as a Cpl. for the United States Army. He was employed by Michigan Bell (AT&T) from 1957-1993 as a lineman then later a cable splicer. He especially loved Harley Davidson motorcycles and could often be found washing cars and his motorcycle during his free time. His love of Harley Davidson took him on many memorable trips including the Baja Peninsula Mexico, Harley Davidson 100th Anniversary in Milwaukee Wisconsin, Sturgis bike rally and many other destinations both in Michigan and Arizona. Leo was often wearing a Harley Davidson t-shirt from one of his many rides. His family has decided to embrace his love of motorcycles and wear motorcycle apparel to the memorial service, please feel free to come casually dressed or join the family in celebrating Leo’s love of motorcycling by wearing your favorite motorcycle apparel. Leo always loved to tell a funny joke and make people laugh. His laughter and jokes will be missed by his entire family. Leo is survived by his wife the former Mitzy (Margaret) Latondress whom he married August 22, 1959 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. A son Jeff (Jennifer) Robbins; daughters Cindy (Steve) Severance; Deb (John Pullen) Bozenski; Lisa (Gordon Goeschel) Robbins; Michelle (Gary Hough) Robbins. Grandchildren Alyson M. Norris, Gordon M. Goeschel, Amanda K. Goeschel, Kiarra A. Robbins, Logan J. Robbins. Great Grandson Gordon A. Goeschel. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Leo and Lavina Robbins; Sisters Marjorie (George) Hanna, Shirley (Alfred) Lewis, Romain (Jack) Enbody. Visitation will be held 9:00am until 11:00am Saturday March 8, 2014 in the Church Hall at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00am Saturday March 8, 2014 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church with Father Jose Maramattam as Celebrant and Deacon Bill Piche assisting. In lieu of flowers memorials to St. Mary’s School or Road to Recovery Van would be appreciated. Clark Bailey Newhouse Funeral Home and Cremation Center is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.clarkbaileynewhouse.com.

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Leo D. Robbins

April 19, 1931 - March 3, 2014