Gus Robbins, age 67, died on August 5, 2023 at home and had lived in Pennsylvania since 1981. Gus was born and raised in Baltimore but was a Virginia man at heart. He graduated from Virginia Military Institute (VMI) as a part of the Class of ’77 and a part of his heart always remained at VMI with his Brother Rats. Gus was the co-owner of Total Care, a successful home healthcare business based in Phoenixville, PA for several years. After selling the business he continued to work in management positions the home healthcare field until his retirement in 2016.
Gus is preceded in death by his parents, DellaJane and Augustus Robbins III. His stepmother, BettyLane Robbins survives and resides in Richmond, VA. He is survived by his wife of 18 years, Linda Robbins. Additionally he is survived by his children Katie (Tony) Ramirez, Allison Robbins (Justin Altice) and Augustus Robbins V (Emma) and his stepchildren Amy (Geoff) Bodeman, Sarah (Alex) Neff and Jessica D’Andreamatteo. He is further survived by his 12 beloved grandchildren: Tony IV, Sophia, Lucas, Adaline, Hazel and twins Zach and Ellie Ramirez, Clara Showalter, Lila and Vivian Bodeman and Paul and Violet Neff. He is also survived by his siblings Sharon Robbins, Cindy (Jeff) Davis and Keith (Lisa) Robbins all in Maryland along with several nieces and nephews.
Although he had been somewhat limited by health issues in recent years, Gus loved spending time with his family and friends and always had a smile for anyone he met. He enjoyed working in his yard with his diligent helper, his dog Buddy. He also enjoyed reading and watching college lacrosse and NCAA basketball. Gus had remained a dedicated supporter of VMI throughout his life and returned as often as he could most recently for his 45th reunion in 2022.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing on Saturday, August 12, 2023 from 10:00 to 11:00AM followed by a celebration of life at 11:00AM. All services will be held at Catagnus Funeral Home, 329 North Lewis Road, Royersford, PA 19468.
In lieu of flowers, In Memoriam donations may be made to the VMI Class of 1977 Memorial Scholarship Fund.
Donations can be mailed to:
Class of 1977 Memorial Scholarship Fund
In Memory of Gus Robbins
PO Box 932
Lexington, VA 24450