Walter W. "Bill" Robbins, Jr., (Ret. Colonel, USAF), age 76, passed away to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 30, 2019. A graduate of Vandercook Lake High School in Jackson, Michigan, Bill went on to earn his Bachelor's degree from Michigan State University, followed by a Master's degree from Central Michigan University. Bill, a highly decorated Vietnam War Veteran, pursued a 26-year career in the United States Air Force, which included serving in the Desert Storm Gulf War. He also served in key command and staff positions at all levels to include the Joint Chiefs of Staff. While stationed at MacDill Air Force Base (Tampa, FL), Bill met and married his wife, the love of his life. In addition to his wife, Bill is survived by his two children, two grandchildren, and great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter William Robbins, Sr. and Anne Brooks Robbins.
Burial will take place at Arlington National Cemetery.
Burial will take place at Arlington National Cemetery.
Walter W. "Bill" Robbins, Jr., (Ret. Colonel, USAF), age 76, passed away to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 30, 2019. A graduate of Vandercook Lake High School in Jackson, Michigan, Bill went on to earn his Bachelor's degree from Michigan State University, followed by a Master's degree from Central Michigan University. Bill, a highly decorated Vietnam War Veteran, pursued a 26-year career in the United States Air Force, which included serving in the Desert Storm Gulf War. He also served in key command and staff positions at all levels to include the Joint Chiefs of Staff. While stationed at MacDill Air Force Base (Tampa, FL), Bill met and married his wife, the love of his life. In addition to his wife, Bill is survived by his two children, two grandchildren, and great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter William Robbins, Sr. and Anne Brooks Robbins.
Burial will take place at Arlington National Cemetery.
Burial will take place at Arlington National Cemetery.
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