Thelma Robbins

Heaven gained another angel as Thelma B. Robbins, at 87 years of age, departed this life on February 4, 2014 at Hospice Ministries in Ridgeland, MS, to live eternally with her Heavenly father, which was her ultimate goal. She was born June 25, 1926 to Rufus Andrew and Lela Chesteen Bridges, at Vaiden, Ms. While working at The Krystal in Jackson, MS, she met co-worker, Henry E. Robbins of New Hebron, and on April 12, 1947 they were married. She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, her sisters Loreen Chapman, Wilma Bridges, Margie Adams, Avanelle Evans; brothers Bill Bridges, Kermit Bridges, Elwin Bridges, and her twin brother Delma Bridges. She is survived by her sister, Beatrice Morgan, her children Carolyn (Billy) Keen of Monticello, Eddie (Rachel) Robbins of Mendenhall, Duwaine (Helen) Robbins of New Hebron and Danny R. (Rita) Robbins of Tupelo. Also grandchildren Chris (Sandy) Keen, Kim (Rock) Pittman, Nicholes (Amelia) Robbins, Brandy Robbins, Trey Robbins, Tessa Robbins, Keeton Robbins, Daniel (Lisa) Robbins, Amanda (Chris) Gunaldo, Archie (LaDonna) Nicholes, Liz (Tony) McMullin, Lacie (Damon) Fisher, Brittany (Bradley) Phillips, Clay (Karen) Robbins, seventeen great grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. She was an active member of New Hebron Pentecostal Church for the past 52 years. The current pastor is Rev. Ryan Vanderford. Most recently she has been a part of Monticello Pentecostal Church, pastored by Rev. Glynn Hilton. She was a resident of Lawrence County Nursing Center in Monticello since 2012 and had recently moved to Hospice Ministries. She worked hard for many years to provide for her family. Thelma Robbins lived a full life for her God, her family and her community. Her desire was to serve each of these to the utmost. Though she was sometimes not in the best of health, she served her community during their sicknesses, losses and all times of need. Funeral arrangements were handled by Saulters Moore Funeral Home of Prentiss, MS. Her life was celebrated by a beautiful homegoing service Thursday. She was interred in R. T. Robbins Memorial Cemetery at New Hebron Pentecostal Church. Thanks to Rev. Ryan Vanderford, Rev. Danny Robbins and Rev. Glynn Hilton for a unique reflective identity of her life. Pall bearers were Nicky Robbins, Trey Robbins, Mason Robbins, Clay Robbins, Rock Pittman and Chris Keen. Honorary pall bearer was Archie Nichols. Online condolences and a guest registry are available at www.saultersmoorefuneralhome.com.