Lyle M. Robbins Jr.'s Obituary
Lyle M. Robbins, Jr., age 66, passed away Saturday, December 19, 2020 in the loving arms of his dear wife, Nancy and surrounded by family, following a courageous and hard-fought battle with cancer. He will be long remembered as the guy who always wanted to make people laugh and feel important, as only he could. Lyle was born in Muskegon on September 9, 1954 to Lyle M. and Joyce E. (Wright) Robbins, Sr., and was a proud Muskegon native his entire life. Lyle was proud to serve as the first usher of the Cinema Twin Indoor Theater. He worked 36 years as a millwright for Sappi and forcefully retired in 2008. After his time at the papermill, Lyle returned to college and earned his Associates Degree at Muskegon Community College where he was known to teach them a thing or two! On July 27, 1991, Lyle married the love of his life, Nancy K. Jagnecki at their home in Muskegon and they would later get their marriage blessed at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church where they were longtime members. Lyle sang in the church choir and as a cantor, especially in the “Alleluia” Funeral Ministry Choir. He was an avid sports fan of the Detroit Tigers and U of M Football, but especially Fruitport Football. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, gardening and traveling – especially trips to the cabin with his family. Lyle had a passion for the casino and enjoyed scratch off lottery tickets. Lyle coached football and baseball for the Beach League Clubs. He was very active as a Union Rep with Local #1015. He loved to serve his community through organizations, including but not limited to: United Way of the Lakeshore, Meals on Wheels, Kid’s Food Basket, The American Red Cross, The Salvation Army and the Knights of Columbus Council #706. With all of Lyle’s passions and loves, at the center of his joy were his kids and grandkids. Lyle is survived by his wife, Nancy K. Robbins; 4 children, Gregory (Chevonne) Robbins, Alicia (Chad) DeCheney, Erin (Chadd) Warren, Mark (Emily) Robbins; 7 grandchildren, Myles, Chase, Lyla, Wyatt, Enslee, Lillian, Brady; 4 sisters, Janice Stone, Evelyn Solis, Lori Robbins, Donna Robbins; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and 1 brother, Steven Robbins, and his in-laws, Leo and Joan Jagnecki. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 2:00 PM Monday, December 28, 2020 at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church (2929 McCracken St., Norton Shores) with the Rev. Fr. Michael P. Olson presiding. Social distancing and facial coverings will be required. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the Mass, 1:00-2:00 PM in the Gathering Narthex of the church. Entombment will take place at St. Mary’s Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be directed to United Way of the Lakeshore. Arrangements handled by The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 6291 Harvey St, Norton Shores, MI 49444. Sign the guestbook online at www.sytsemafh.com
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