Gone But Never Forgotten

On Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at 7:15 p.m., with her loving children at her side, Robin Mitchell departed our world and returned to her heavenly father.

While her death certificate may list technical medical terms, those closest to her know she died of a broken heart. Three weeks prior, on January 28, Robin lost her lifelong companion, her best friend, and her devoted husband, Dave Mitchell. Their marriage was a lesson in devotion and selfless love; a real-life fairy tale filled with all the highs and lows of reality, but always accentuated by love.

Robin was born on September 18, 1961, at Glens Falls Hospital. Rumor has it that when the doctor slapped her bottom, she slapped him back, setting the tone for her strong career in sales, management, and leadership.

FAMILY

Robin had many passions in life, and she embraced them all. She loved to pack up the family and travel. If you ever needed to know something about our region, or the great Northeast, you asked Robin. It seemed as though she had been everywhere and knew all the good 'spots' to eat, stay or sightsee. At home Robin loved to sing karaoke, usually with Dave at her side and her family filling the living room. For those of us who had the pleasure of being part of a karaoke sing-along, Robin's cheek-to-cheek smile will be etched in our memories.

PROFESSIONAL

Robin spent most of her professional career in the media industry, first at The Saratogian, and then at Saratoga TODAY newspaper where she was integral in launching the company, and then acting as General Manager for the past 16 years. During her time at Saratoga TODAY, Robin was a mentor to many young employees fresh out of college. She also developed deep relationships throughout the business community, and helped many companies reach their sales goals.

FAITH

Like all of us, Robin struggled with her faults, but one thing never wavered: her faith in God. She was a true believer and honored our Lord. During her final few days, she spent some of her best times in communion with God. Robin was both brave and scared, sometimes at the same time, but she always surrendered it to Him.

Robin was predeceased by her husband Dave Mitchell, Mother Dorothy Hilpert Hensley, Father Lester Hensley and father-in-law Robert J. Mitchell. She is survived by her three children and their spouses, Beth Mitchell and Justin Reckner of Greenfield Center, James and Gemini Mitchell of Wilton, Carolina and Joe McMillan of Wilton; granddaughter Nadine Barton, also of Wilton; siblings Andrew and Carol Hensley of Winchester, VA; Debra and Tim Tiffin of Fort Worth, Texas; Daniel and Christi Hensley of Charlotte, N.C.; and her mother-in-law, Virginia Mitchell of Keeseville, NY.

Relatives and friends may call from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 5 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church at 149 Lake Avenue. A service will follow at 11 a.m. The funeral service can be viewed remotely by clicking this link: Live Stream

Robin will be interred in Maplewood Cemetery in the spring, with her husband Dave.

Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.