Obituary of Kenneth (Neil) Robins

Born Kenneth Neil to Nelson and Edith Robins, Neil grew up surrounded by his siblings, Doug (Fran), Donald (Ruth), Joyce (Ernie), Bruce, Joan (Barry), Marg (Dave), and is survived by only his youngest sister Doris (Robert). He grew up believing in The Good Lord and certainly wasn’t a stranger to hard work and discipline. He also loved raisin’ hell with his siblings. Later, he became the proud father of Roxanne, Neil (Sandy), Rob, and Nicky (Josh), grandfather of 6, great-grandfather of 14, and uncle to many; he was very proud of each.

Crazy Bear was a dedicated trucker for most of his life. He loved to tell stories of the places he visited and the friends he connected with. He was a walking atlas and phonebook. He could draw a map of the United States from memory. He loved cruisin’ in Ol’ Yeller, hittin’ car shows, cruise nights, races, a Par 3, poppin’ by someone’s house for a surprise visit, or meeting up for coffee or breaky.

Living in Burks Falls, he began going by Ken and finally started slowing down. He enjoyed time out on the lake fishing. He eventually settled back in Niagara Falls, where he and his furry friend, Tyson, together slowed down even more, watching old westerns, Blue Jays games, and Nascar.

Neil will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by his family, close friends, and I suspect a few cashiers, and servers, too. Santa just won’t be the same from here.



10-4 Good Buddy, over and out.