Robin Ann Hunt, 73, of Alexandria, Virginia, died November 2, 2017 while battling cancer. She was born in Auburn, New York on May 11, 1944 to the late Glenn and Anna (Bartlett) Heinzman. Robin enjoyed skiing, sailing, hiking, doing home improvement projects and big dogs! She was a fan of country music – particularly Carrie Underwood; and enjoyed following European soccer – her favorite team was Manchester United. She was a long-time resident of the Chicago area before moving to Virginia. She loved animals of all kinds and operated a pet sitting business in the Mount Vernon area of Fairfax County. She is survived by her children, R. Michael Heinzman, Arley Heinzman (Jacqueline) and Trisha Heinzman; and grandchildren, Andrew, Carson, Dylan, Mary, Matthew, Mia, Victoria and Vivienne. She is also survived by her siblings, Tracy Heinzman (Victor) of Alexandria, and Charles Heinzman of Brockport, New York; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends and hold a Life Celebration Service at 12 pm, Sunday, November 19, 2017 at the Funeral Home, 811 Cameron Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to one the following organizations:
1. The Chance Foundation – An All-Breed Dog Rescue Organization: http://www.countryclubkennels.com/the-chance-foundation.html
2. Warrior Canine Connection: http://warriorcanineconnection.org/get-involved/donate/
811 Cameron St Alexandria, VA 22314
11/19/2017
12:00pm - 2:00pm
It is with sadness that I extend my heart to you at this time of loss. I feel blessed that Robin’s & my path crossed. I will miss her.
No time on earth is long enough
to share with those we love
or to prepare our hearts
for that last good-bye.”
Alorie Tennelle
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Robin and I were once described as kindred spirits. We were much more than that. Robin was the sister that I never had. A sister that I loved as if we were born together, and in many ways we were. For many years before Robin moved to Alexandria we were inseparable. You could say that we grew up together. I will miss her terribly as Tracy will.
My deepest condolences to Robin’s family. We have all lost a gentle loving spirit.
Katie Thomas
We are so sorry to hear of Robin’s passing. Over the last couple years, we would speak with Robin almost every morning while walking through our neighborhood. She made living in this community that much better with her gentle greeting and warm smile. We laughed together about wearing out shoes, we were in amazement from the number of aerobic steps each day, and we loved to hear about her love of country music. Robin always had something kind to say and she somehow seemed like an old friend.
Robin was not only loved by the neighbors but she was the favorite of many of our neighborhood pets. Many days, Robin could be found working all hours of the day walking our four-legged family members in all types of weather. She was so kind to our pets and all the animals loved her. They knew who the kind ones were.
We pray for Robin’s family during this difficult time. May God give you strength. We all feel so fortunate to have gotten to know Robin. Our neighborhood lost one of it’s best.
Love,
The McKnights