My wife and I were shocked and deeply saddened to learn about Dr. Robbin's passing. Although his patient for only a short time, I felt very fortunate to have had him as my doctor. Our deepest sympathy to his family.

I was a patient of Dr. Robbin and just found out of his passing. He was a great doctor and a good person. I trusted so much and he helped me out a number of times and for that I will be always be indebted to him. I am sure his family has infinite more reasons to miss him but so will I.

My sincere sympathy,

Pat Wall

I could not have asked for a better physician - for it is Dr. Mark that I attribute to saving my life and why I am still here today. I recently saw him and thanked him again and he modestly did not want to take the credit. That was who Dr. Mark was...a fantastic physician and great man! This is a loss for all of us and I was blessed for knowing him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends and patients.

Very sad to hear of Dr.Robbin's passing. He was a wonderful physician and certainly helped me on numerous occasions over the past 17 years, most recently in controlling my cholesterol to battle heart disease in my family as well as a recent knee injury. Thoughts and prayers to his family.

When I first came to CT nearly 30 years ago, Mark was recommended by my employer. He was the first medical professional I met in the area and he continued to be my primary care provider ever since. I am truly shocked by his passing. He was part of a rare breed that took the time to ask questions about your health and never failed to express concern if it was less than optimal and joy if you were in a total state of wellness. He cared about preventive medicine as he cared about the value of life and living it to its fullest. He will be missed by all who knew him as a doctor or as a friend.

One person can make a difference and Mark was a man who did. He made a difference to all of us who were his patients. He was a doctor in all of the very best measures of the profession and in the essential goodness of his heart and in his practice with us. My husband and I chose to work with Mark nearly 20 years ago when we moved to the area. Our wonderful neighbor told us about his doctor - Dr. Robbin - a man he trusted, admired, and enjoyed. We met Dr. Robbin and felt the same way. When our neighbor became ill, Mark came to his house in person to share the prognosis and ensure that our friend enjoy a full, joyous life until the end. Mark was a collaborator, a partner, in our life and health. He was a comfort and brought us into his deliberations and wonderings, without pretense. We learned a lot together from all our shared bumps in the road and he was generous with his smiles, council, and patience. We counted on Mark, liked him greatly, and felt secure in our life with him. When I was told of his death, I was in his office, hoping to see him. Mark's death hit us like that of a family member. We know we are not alone in this. We celebrate his life and the privilege it has been to have him as our doctor. His colleagues, medical technicians, office staff, and other patients throughout the area, all echo the same words about him. He will be sorely missed. He made a difference. A real difference.

We are so sorry to hear that our wonderful physician and helpful friend passed away! We will always be grateful for his service and miss him dearly. In deepest Sympathy, Helen and Al Wilke.

We are schocked and sad to learn of Dr. Robbin's death. We knew him for many years, first as my parents' doctor, and later our own p.c. doctor. He was so skilled, wise, friendly and kind. We will truly miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

I was very saddened to learn of the sudden passing of Dr. Mark Robbin. He was my primary care physician for over 20 years. At my annual physical he would always joke about how he was exactly 1 day older than me. During the exam we would discuss our latest golf exploits at the Farms or wherever. Over all those years he provided me with excellent medical care and was more than happy to recommend specialists in the area if required. He will be missed. My sincerest condolences to his family.

We shared so many stories on life and family over the years. A mentor, an awesome Physician, mishpacha and a mensch! - The Rubin's

to Mark's family

What a great person!!Mark has been our family doctor since he came to Simsbury and has served our family so well; We can't tell you how much we will miss him. We felt that he was also a good friend.
Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all at this difficult time;
very sincerely,
the Cagenello family

Both Bill and I are sadden to hear of Dr.Robbins passing. He was our family doctor for 20 years while we lived in North Granby. Today you can't find a doctor like Mark! He was a man who was truly dedicated to his patients.

Billy and I are deeply saddened by the unfortunate and untimely passing of Mark. This must be so extremely difficult for all of you; know how much we are thinking of all of you. I began seeing Mark when he just started out in his practice.... he was in the Starbuck's building. Right from the first visit, I knew I had hit the jackpot and had found the greatest doctor! An exceptional listener, very intelligent, caring, empathetic, a great sense of humor .... I could go on and on! I remember the time I broke down crying in his office... I was having lots of medical problems as well as personal ones. Embarrassed, I expected him to get annoyed as so many doctors might have done. Not Mark! He took the time to listen and empathize. He was a remarkable doctor who showed his patients that he truly cared... not solely about their physical problems, but about emotional ones as well. Over the years, Mark became a friend to us. When we found out that I was finally pregnant at age 41 (after many years of trying) Mark was as excited as we were! He sent a beautiful baby blanket after Matthew was born. Then, he started the annual "Birthday Bash" trip.... taking Matthew to Necker's and buying out half the store! I always insisted that Mark limit his giving... his generous and playful side would have no part of that!( Perry... you were a teenager by now and I think that your dad was having Necker's withdrawal!) Mark was so very giving.. often treating us to wonderful dinners and Billy to golf outings. Whenever I went to his office we would always spend time talking about our kids. He was very proud of you, Perry! Our family will miss him tremendously. I hope that he knew how many people he has helped in so many ways. We will always remember how special Mark was and all that he gave.

Mark was my friend and my doctor. He spent hours helping me. I will miss him terribly. Please know that never a more kind and empathetic man walked this way.

We were shocked and saddened to learn of Dr. Robbin's passing. We have been patients for 20 years and appreciated Dr. Robbin's wonderful approach and ability to always make us feel at ease in discussing anything. Our thoughts are with his family.

Unfortunately I didn't have the chance to get to know this wonderful guy that has made his wife, Carolyn, a very old friend of mine, very, very happy...but for only such a short time. My deepest condolences to Carolyn and Mark's family. Time heals. God bless you all.

It was a sad day when I learned of Mark's passing. He was a great physician but a better man. His calming way and dry sense of humor were but some of his many great qualities. He will be missed!!!

I have many pleasant memories of Dr. Robbin. He was a wonderful, caring doctor, and never hesitated to give me the time I needed. I am so sorry that he passed at such a young age. He was needed by not only his family, but all of his patients. It is a great loss!

Anna T. Matthes

So many wonderful tributes and stories about Mark. I too went to Mark for many years. He always took care of me and I am grateful for that. My condolences to his family and friends.

I continue to be greatly saddened by this most tragic event. Dr. Robbin was our family doctor. He was a man of compassion and integrity. We totally trusted his recommendations and advice. He was the type of Doctor that would call you on a weekend to tell you of any test results and was extremely caring of his patients. This is a terrible loss for his family, friends and patients. He will be missed.

We are devastated by news of Dr. Robbin's death.He was always there whenever we needed him. He always made time for us. Dr. Robbin went above and beyond what most doctors do. He had a great sense of humor,was firm yet kind and very considerate.
He will be greatly missed. Peace to you,Dr. Robbin.
John and Betty Oakes

I was so deeply saddened and shocked to learn of Dr. Robbin's passing. I will be forever grateful that I had him as my primary care physician and he will be irreplaceable. My deepest sympathies to his family who he spoke of with such love and admiration.

How fortunate we were to have had Mark Robbin as our primary care physician! What a tremendous loss for his family, colleagues, and patients. Our sincerest sympathy to his family. May you be comforted by fond memories and by knowing how much he helped so many people.

How very sad we were to hear of Dr.Robbin passing away.We are so sorry to hear of this wonderful and caring man leaving our world. He will be truly missed and may he rest in peace.

Dr. Robbin was my Physician for 25 yrs. I adored him as a person & respected him as a Doctor. He was kind and patient man who always made me feel important as a patient. He spoke lovingly of his wife & told sweet story's of her, you could see & feel how happy he was. I will miss him dearly. I send my deepest sympathy to his wife & family. The medical world will surely miss him, as I certainly will. My heart is broken. God Bless You All.

I was saddened to hear the news of Mark's passing so unexpectedly. He has been my doctor since I moved to Simsbury in 1993. I loved his sense of humor and relaxed attitude. He always had a story or joke to tell. My condolensces to his family, I cannot imagine how much they will miss him. He was an amazing doctor and a great man. I am proud to have known him.

Dr. Robbin has been our physician for so many years & we are so saddened by his passing. He always greeted us warmly wherever we saw him. He will be truly missed! Our deepest condolences to his family.

Dear family of DR.Mark Robbin
My husband, Joe and I were shocked and saddened by the news
of Mark's passing. We are heart broken.Mark was special! We
have truly lost a wonderful, wonderful friend and doctor. We
will miss him so much!!
Patti Grace

Mark Robbin has been our doctor and friend since 1986.He always took the time to listen to our medical problems with compassion . He genuinely cared about his patients and always responded promptly with a personal phone call. He will be greatly missed.
Patti and Roger Eisenstein

I am so very sorry to learn of Mark's passing - I vividly remember Mark in 7th grade when the teacher on the first day of school doing the role call laughed and said Robin you are listed twice and everyone said no there's a Mark Robbin ! The big joke was that if I married Mark I would be Robin Robbin. We both attended Tufts and UCONN - I went to dental school there. Although we did not see much of each other as the years went by I will always remember his goodness, his kindness and his warm smile. I was proud to share names with such a wonderful person. My heart is heavy for your loss. May God comfort you among the mourners of Zion and may his name be for a blessing. with deepest sympathy, Robin Mark Santiago

I saw Dr Robbin on July 15 for a brief visit. I had only been to him twice in 1 1/2 years. I knew him from taking my mother to him for the last few years of her life. Each time I arrived, I had a joke for him and grew to truly respect him. One thing not mentioned in the obit was he was a true advocate for my mother, and I'm sure all his patients. He listened and acted on what he heard.

On July 15th, I told him what two visiting nurses who helped monitor my mother told me, regularly - that they had never dealt with a doctor like him. He would listen to their findings and concerns, and would discuss solutions. One nurse called him from my house with a potential problem, and was told by his staff member to call back at 4:00. She told me she would call at 4:00, but not to expect to hear from her because there would be no way he would be "available" to talk with her. Apparently, she'd been through that before with other doctors.

Just after 4:10 that afternoon, she called me to tell me that Dr. Robbin wanted me to bring my mother in the next day - anytime (he knew that it would take a while for me to feed, dress and get her down the steps, and out to the car). She would be the next patient. As a sub for the regular nurse, this was the first time this nurse had spoken to him.

She could barely talk in full sentences...she called at 4:00 and he seemed to be waiting to take her call. He spoke to her with total respect (apparently that's not the norm in dealing with doctors she had contact with regarding patients).

I had already heard similar statements from the regular visiting oncology nurse. He and his staff were great to deal with!

And as he was leaving the exam room that July 15th, I also brought up the last visit with my mother (she died in her sleep a few days later, most likely according to her urologist, from her severe kidney disease). He explained what he was going to do to remove an odd growth on the top of her had. She wondered out loud if getting a needle there on her hand would hurt. He said "no."

Having taken my mother to her many, many appointments with various doctors, I rarely would say anything unless I had to. But I did think to myself - How could it NOT hurt??

She questioned him how it wouldn't hurt. I waited for his answer also.

With no smile on his face, he replied that the injection wouldn't hurt because was going to first kick her on her leg, then give her the needle.

That did it - I lost it, burst out laughing. He slightly turned his head towards me and smirked. To make it even funnier, my mother wanted to know why he was going kick her. I laughed even more. She wasn't known for having a sense of humor.

So, on July 15th, after I retold that story to him, he stopped heading out the exam room door, thought for a brief moment, turned slightly towards my direction, gave me that same smirk, and told me that I would be surprised how many patients didn't think it was funny.

Well, he and I - and others were right. It was funny. Those that may have disagreed? Wrong!

Your loss can't be measured. You lived with, loved and knew the person.

As his patient for a very short time, and the daughter of his long time patient, I feel the the medical community lost a unique doctor and his patients will not easily find a comparable doctor to Dr. Robbin. Good, if not great ones are difficult to find.

Thank you for letting me share only some of my thoughts with you.

Most Sincerely,

Karen

In honor of Peter Robbin's loss

We feel we've lost a member of our family. Dr. Robbin was our
physician for the last 24 years. We will always remember his
dedication to his profession. Our deepest sympathy to his
family.

I, too, was shocked and am deeply saddened by Dr.Robbin's death. He was my primary care physician for so long that I remember when he answered his own phone. He helped me tremendously through the years both physically and emotionally. He always made me laugh whenever I would see him or talk to him. He was a special man and a special doctor and will be missed.

Unlike most people, I looked forward to going to my Dotor's office. Not that I liked being sick or having my prostate checked, but because of my fondness of Mark. We would chat about our children, investments,and sometimes even got out to play golf together. This is a man who will be missed by MANY! What can I say......

As so many others, I am shocked and saddened by the loss we all are suffering with the passing of Mark Robbin. Mark was such a wonderful doctor, and kind human being. He truly cared for people and it showed. As our family doctor Mark helped me and my family over the years through many difficult times. Mark was caring, dedicated, and a true professional. He will be sorely missed by many. My heart and prayers are with his wife, son, brother, family & close friends. Rest in peace, Mark.

Dear Perry, Carolyn, Peter, Dana, Barb and family;
I worked for Mark right out of college as his clinical assistant and office manager for nine years. I remember Mark's infectious humor and laughter, his deep compassion for his patients, his intelligence, and thirst to always deepen his knowledge of medicine. As is evidenced in these memorials and tributes, Mark was well loved by countless.

Barb, Dana and Peter, your brother was truly a good man.

Perry, may happy memories of your dad live on for the rest of your life and may you find comfort knowing that so many will miss him and love him right along with you.

May God bless you all in your time of shock, sadness and grief.

I was so stunned and saddened to read of Mark's death in today's paper. He has been my physician for the past 12 years, and before that he was my dad's and stepmom's physician. I just saw Mark last month and he said he had some health issues to deal with but nothing too major. I trusted him 150% when it came to anything to do with health - he was never wrong in diagnosis. I never felt rushed when at a dr. visit with him, he was so thorough, professional and warm. He would always personally follow up on any major concern I had. I will miss him very much - I always felt I could count on him. It struck me in recent visits that he was at a very good place in his life - very happy with his wife, his family, recent trips...to his family I would say that Mark was deeply respected and loved by his patients. I will never forget him. May he rest in peace. -Mary Kate Lowndes

So sad to hear the news of Mark's passing. He was our family doctor since 1986 when we moved to Simsbury. He was the model of what a family doctor should be. Just a few weeks ago he took the time on a Saturday to call me and discuss the results of my blood tests. He will be missed by many.

We were saddened and shocked to hear of Mark's passing. We will surely miss his compassion and concern for us as his patients. Our prayers and thoughts go out to his family at this time.

Sincerely,
Elaine and Chris Smith

Will miss Mark,I respected him and his talents!!!

To The Family of Dr. Robbin
My heart is saddened today with hearing this news. I just visited with Mark in June at his new facility and he was his happy jokester of a doctor. He made everyone feel so special and made you feel not like a patient but like a close friend. I will miss all the talks we had, his amazing knowledge of medicine and how he could fix any ailment you had. He always talked about his kids and how great they all were and all the things they were doing. We lost, a great dad, and wonderful charming individual that made us all smile even in life's tough times. I was blessed to have him as my friend, and my doctor.

A great Doc but a much better person.During my wifes very long illness Mark was the first person to ask me how I was doing at which point I broke down in tears.Mark saw the stress and decided to spend the next 15 minutes talking to me as a friend and I can not remember if we ever did get to that broken toe.He and I always enjoyed a bad joke which is how every session started. We lost a very good man . My sincere condolences to all Marks family and friends. Craig Golden

Shelley and were so shocked and saddened to hear of Dr. Robbin's passing. He was our Family Doctor for many years. I alway felt a warm caring and acceptance from Mark, which was clearly genuine. He was approachable. I enjoyed our joke throw-downs when I saw him. We would both be laughing... but, to my great joy, he always topped me. He had a wonderful sense of humor, which he applied often to help ease the tensions or burdens of difficult moments. Mark will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Dear family of Dr. Mark Robbin, We are heart broken. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Mark was an exemplary doctor and an absolutely wonderful person and in a class all his own. A very special person. We will miss him dearly, all our very best, Mark Dowd and family

My wife, Betsy, and I were shocked and saddened by the news of Mark's passing. As long time patients, we felt a real personal loss. We valued his sincerity, empathy, and interest as well as his good humor even in times of stress. Most of all we had implicit trust in his medical advice, his knowledge and his practical and common sense approach. He went beyond the call in responding to questions and concerns. As a doctor, we are not sure he can be replaced. He was a model for the way medicine ought to be practiced. He was obviously proud of his family. Our deepest sympathy to all.

Dick and Betsy Hurley

Mark's Family:
I was shocked and saddened to read this terrible news today. Mark was my personal physician for over 20 years. During that time I quickly gained great respect and affection for him. In my view he was not only a skilled and caring doctor, but also a wonderful person. One of the things I admired most about him was he never hesitated to make a personal connection with a patient and seek advice from them. He will be sorely missed by so many and you have my deepest sympathy for this terrible loss.

I am heartbroken. In addition to being my physician for many years, Mark has been a longtime friend. I will miss his caring manner, warmth and humor, including some pretty terrible jokes that he told in the midst of my physical exams. Rest in peace, Mark.

You will always be my big brother and I will always have a place in my heart for you. I will miss you.

Mark was more than our long-time family doctor, he was a cherished friend and neighbor. Losing him is like losing a son, and society has lost an exemplary physician.

Tom and Ginny Clark

I was so sad to read about Marks passing,Not only was he a great Dr. (My Dr. for 20 years) I also considered him a friend. I really enjoyed talking about our travels through out the world. My thoughts are with his family.Mark will be missed. Sincerely Bill Eisenberg

Mark Robbin became my parents' doctor when they moved to Simsbury in 1986, and they referred me to him. We've received excellent, kind, intelligent treatment from Mark for all these years, and we will miss him.

It is with GREAT saddness that my husband and I have heard about Dr. Robbin's passing. Both of us have been seeing him as our PCP since 1990. He has been amazingly attentive, intelligent, accurate, unassuming, humorous, and supportive of us and all our healthcare needs over all those years. When my husband had a very frightening facial palsy episode, Dr. Robbin was fast-acting, compassionate, quick to determine a specialist was required, making an appointment for us that same day, and continued to follow up with us until we got resolution. When I had a serious headache issue, Dr. Robbin called my home several times over a long Memorial Day weekend to check on and monitor my status and offer whatever assistance he could (off hours and leaving me his HOME phone number to contact him in case I needed something!) His compassion and knowledge will truly be missed by many more than us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you mourn his loss.

Mark, my good friend, colleague and good and gentle carer of so many. How tragic and cruel the news of your premature death. You blessed so many lives, comforted so many, and gave so much of yourself. You touched lives with your perpetual goodness. You always acknowledged your shortcomings in life and in this were so human and approachable to so many. I will miss you more than you know, with an emptiness that will never be filled.
To Perry and Caroline and family, I will pray for powers of strength that you have never known to carry you through the trials ahead, and for the guidance that you will seek.

I wAs so shocked and saddened to hear about Mark's passing. I was his his patient for 30 odd years and wiil truly miss him. He was one of the nicest people I have ever met. I remember that he called me at 11:00 at night to inform me that I was pregnant with my 1st child.He said it was such good news that he thought I would want to know right away and he was right.

I was a patient of Mark's when he was in Dr. Canon 's office. 26 years. I will remember him as a very dedicated person.

What a great loss: he was a kind and compassionate doctor.

And a wonderful person. First met him when I moved to simsbury years ago. I'll miss him.. Rest in Peace

In great sadness we have lost a good friend and doctor. He has saved my life it is to bad that I couldn't save his.....

Mark was my friend and Dr for 28 years. I am lost for words. He was a wonderful man. I send all my love to his family.
Bob Vartanian

I was shocked and saddened as so many others to read of Dr. Robbin's death. He was my husband's doctor and I well remember his sense of humor as well as his skill. When my husband died, Mark sent a personal condolence note to me. I will always remember his kindness. I send deepfelt sympathy to his wife and children.

I lost not only my beloved doctor but my dear dear friend who was like a brother to me. We were always there for each other from the time we were little kids going on vacations together, holiday dinners with families , sharing laughter and tears . He was a true gentleman ... A gentle man with a huge heart of gold. I will miss him so. My love goes out to his family.

To Mark's family, Dr. Robbin has been my doctor for over 20 yrs. He was a friend. He treated me with a caring professionalism. He shared things about himself which a doctor of mine never had. He did care about his patients. He had a great smile and sense of humor. God Bless All of his Family. A few months ago he was guiding me after my husband died. God decided it was time to take such a wonderful person over to his side. Prayers to you.

The photo of Mark used in his obituary was just wonderful. He was always smiling and so reassuring whenever I visited him in his office. He was my family doctor from the time he arrived in Simsbury. I'm sure others feel as lucky as I do to have had such a skilled and caring doctor to count on. I will miss him very much.

I'm very sorry to hear that Dr. Robbin passed away. He was a wonderful Doctor and a great man. He will truly be missed. I send my blessings to Mrs. Robbin and to the family.

Sad news. He was committed to his patients. He appreciated the psychological aspects of well being in addition to the physical factors. It was a pleasure to collaborate on several cases over the years I was in Connecticut.

My wonderful, caring, funny brother in law who loved and adored my sister more than anything. Mark, you left us too, too soon. Your joking and teasing will be missed by your niece Anna and nephew Tim. My heart is dripping with sadness. Thank you for being, you. It was wonderful the day that you joined our family. I had someone to talk golf and Phil M! I/We will all miss you so very much. You were so respected as a doctor, as a husband, as a father and step father as a brother and brother in law, and as a friend. Know that I will care for your "Carolyn" and be there for her always. In peace, and love, Paula Folcik Hepler

There are not enough words to express my sadness and shock when I read of Mark's death. He'd been my doctor for over 30 years.Always kind, caring,great listener, always had the time to spend with me. He was the doctor for the group homes I worked in for the state. He was just great with all the clients. He'll always have a special place in my heart. I shall keep all his family in my prayers and thoughts. He was one amazing doctor,friend and never will know all the lives he touched.God speed, Mark. Gone but will never be Forgotten. Trudy Barnard

We were both so heartbroken and shocked to hear of the death of our friend and physician. Mark has cared for our family for over 20 years. We could share anything with Mark and trusted him without question. Year after year he remembered details of our lives and always asked about things that we couldn't believe that he remembered. Mark helped us through some very tough times with medical knowledge, honest advice and his legendary dry sense of humor. His passing is a tremendous loss for his wife, children and siblings, but also for his patients who he cared for with such honesty and compassion. This man will be greatly missed.

I was saddened at the passing of Mark.

He was a great person and a great Dr.

My condolences to his loved ones.

I too was shocked by Mark's death! He had been my doctor for many, many years - since Dr. Cannon left his practice. When he recommended specialists, he was spot on. He was funny & thorough. When a doctor walks with you through tough times it is very difficult to picture life without him there. He seemed to be content & happy the last years and that was surely a good thing to see. My thoughts and prayers are with his family!

I was a patient of Mark's (he insisted that I call him "Mark," not "Dr. Robbin") for many years, but it wasn't until about five years ago that I learned what an extraordinary person he really was.

I visited Mark, asking for something I'd never had before--and never dreamed that I'd ever need: anti-depression pills. Mark asked me why and I told him that my wife, in a totally unexpected move, wanted to divorce me. Mark's eyes flashed with a look of shock (he knew my ex-wife as well as me and considered us both good people). Then, in a quick motion, he put aside his medical folder and drew his stool up close. "Why?" he asked. I thought he was referring to my request for the meds. "I can't sleep, I can't eat, I feel a vibration throughout my body all the time," I said. "I understand," he replied, "But why?" I realized it wasn't a medical question. It was a question of genuine concern and empathy.

I started to tell him my story, he told his own. I learned that he, too, had known the pain of an unexpected divorce. We shared our experiences, feelings, confusion and thoughts. Many were the same. I realized that Mark wanted to help in a way far beyond what his prescription pad was capable of. He had known the pain I was going through, and he wasn't going to let another person go through that alone.

Mark spent well over an hour--it may have been closer to two hours--with me. I apologize to the patients that were kept waiting. And even in the midst of my crisis, which had drawn me inside myself like nothing ever had, I began to focus on Mark. I thought: No other doctor would do this. In fact, few people in general would have listened the way he listened. Fewer still would have dug deep into their own souls to share their experience with me. After all, I was his longtime patient, but not his personal friend, not his best buddy. I realized he was doing something extraordinary. He had gone through the pain, and he wasn't about to let another person go through it alone. He also gave me his personal mobile phone number, in case I needed to talk. (I never used it.)

Later, I wrote Mark a thank-you card, letting him know the wonderful thing he'd done for me, and how grateful I was. He called to thank me for the note. He said, "This kind of thing is what I really do this for but it's rare that anyone expresses their appreciate like this. This is great. Thank you. Really." There was not a trace of the arrogance that many people associate with physicians. With Mark, there never had been. He felt humbled, grateful. I felt that no amount of thank-yous I could send his way would repay what he'd done for me.

My heart goes out to Carolyn, Perry, Suzanne, Alex and all members of Mark's family. I do not know you, but you all share something with me. Our lives have been made better because we knew a truly wonderful, caring man. I will miss him.

I was shocked to hear the sad news about Mark who I saw about 4 weeks ago at his office. It's hard to believe he left us so soon as he seemed his usual self when I last saw him. He was a class act!
I extend my sincere condolences.

Sam Blumenthal

For many years Doctor Robbin took care of both of us.With all the ups and downs he was there and walked with us. He was a great doctor and we loved him as a friend.Our prayers are with the family and our prayers will always be with Mark.

We were saddened to hear of Mark’s passing this week – such a young man, dedicated to his family and patients. I was happy to have had the chance to see him and the rest of the family at Randy and Michael’s wedding a few years ago. We hope that fond memories of Mark will be a source of strength to you all.

Dr Robbin -

you've touched so many lives
thank you for touching mine

peace

It is with great sadness that we learned of the death of Dr. Robbin. He was our family physician for many years. Dr. Robbin was a gentle, kind person. We will all feel the loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Robbin Family.

Mark,
Stunning news! I will miss you. I trusted you implicitly and felt you were a good friend. My prayers for Perry and Carolyn.

Tim McCarthy

Mark was my Doctor, and helped me a lot thru my family health problems
..he was a Great Doctor and person! I will miss him! My Deepest Sympathy to the family! ?

We were incredibly shocked and saddened to learn of Dr Robbin's passing. He has been our doctor since 2004 when we moved to CT. He is an incredibly compassionate person. He helped me get through my mom's death. My sons always said they had the best doctor and loved their visits with him, always made them laugh. He will be missed. We extend our deepest sympathy and condolences to his family.

I am extremely saddened hearing the news of Dr. Robbin's passing. He was a wonderful doctor - a very gentle man - who helped me through some medical issues a few years ago. May your memories of him bring you and your family some sense of peace during this time of sorrow. He will be missed by myself and my husband, who was also his patient. Rest in peace, Doctor.

The first time our family met Dr. Mark Robbin, there was a beebee lodged in our middle school age son's chin. Mark said he was glad to perform minor surgeries once in a while for a change. He smiled while he took the beebee out. That was around 30 years ago and he was our family's doctor ever since. He has seen us through many health changes and his advice was trusted. Our prayers go to his family who will have to navigate life without this good man.

As are so many others, I am deeply shocked and saddened by Mark's untimely passing. Of course his medical skills were top notch, as evidenced by his being a dootors' doctor. Compassion, sincerity and wit were his stock in trade. We lost a great one.

We were incredibly shocked and saddened to learn of Mark’s sudden passing. We have been privileged and honored to have had him as our very caring family doctor for thirty years. Mark’s medical knowledge was incredible, but what really set him apart was his wonderful compassion and dedication to his patients.

We were especially blessed because what began as a professional relationship developed into a friendship. Mark’s loss has left an enormous hole in our heart and soul.

Carolyn, Perry, Suzanne and Alex. Mark often expressed how proud he was of you all and we cannot imagine what his loss means to you. We extend our deepest sympathy and condolences to you. You and Mark are now, and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers