Sari Robins Obituary (1920 - 2011) - Minnetonka, Minnesota

age 91, of St. Louis Park, MN. Born in Oakes, N.D., and grew up in St. Paul, MN. Preceded in death by husband of 59 years, Irve Robins; parents Helen and Edward Eisenstein; sisters Julie and Libby Eisenstein; brothers Harold and David Eisenstein. Survived by beloved children, Judy Robins Wolson (Elliot); Mark Robins (Alberta); her pride and joy, grandchildren, Sherri Wolson (Neil Black); Kim Wolson (Norman Abramson); Ruth Robins; Edward Robins (Elizabeth). Great-grandchildren, Samantha Black; Natalie and Seth Abramson; Zoe Robins; and sister, Rose Rischall; many nieces and nephews. She devoted her life as a caregiver to her husband’s family and friends. She was a working woman when most women did not work outside of the home. During World War II she worked at the Arsenal Defense Plant as a Powder Carrier. She was employed at the St. Paul Post Office while raising her children and still found time to be active at her children’s PTA and Mizrah Pioneer Women. During elections, she worked at the polls as an Election Judge. In 1968, she was employed at Northwest Airlines, and retired from NWA 25 years later. After retiring, she worked at Northwest Tennis and Health Club. She was an avid believer in the benefits of exercise and movement. In her late 70’s, Sari volunteered at the Mpls. JCC teaching stretch class to seniors, celebrated her Bat Mitzvah as part of the first Beth El Synagogue adult Bat Mitzvah class and was an active member of the Beth El Women’s League. She also volunteered at Sholom Home West taking patients to physical therapy. As an inspiration to the younger generation she attended Herzl Camp in the Kishishim program. She was a devoted Mother, Wife, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, aunt and dear friend. Her radiant smile and positive attitude warmed hearts of all who knew her. Her youthful spirit, loyalty, integrity and strength of character were deeply inspirational. Thank you to Rebecca Fine and the caregivers at Bubbiesitters and Zadies Too, who cared for her. Funeral service WEDNESDAY, Nov. 2, 2PM at Beth El Synagogue, 5224 West 26th St., St. Louis Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions and memorials are preferred to the Sari and Irve Robins Bema Fund, Beth El Synagogue, 5224 West 26th St., St. Louis Park MN 55416. SHIVA, Beth El Synagogue, (Wednesday and Thursday 7PM).