OLATHE — Yvonne Robbins, 82, passed away February 7th, 2022, peacefully at her home in Olathe, surrounded by her loving family. Yvonne was born in Kinsley, KS, on July 17, 1939. She spent her childhood growing up in central Kansas and always had an appreciation and love of the prairieland, the hard-working people of this area and the educational opportunities for young people. She married William Rex “WR” Robbins in Kinsley, KS, on October 20th, 1957, and to this union, they were blessed with three children – Karesa, Penny and Monte. Yvonne was a devoted mother and grandmother and a supportive wife.
Yvonne devoted her energy to business, educational and philanthropic initiatives over the years. She assisted her husband as they worked together in growing Farmers Bank and Trust, a community bank located in central and eastern Kansas. She was instrumental in developing programs at Farmers Bank which offered travel and benefits for customers. Yvonne established educational scholarships at Barton Community College, Dodge City Community College and Fort Hays State University. She focused on opportunities to enhance the community through her work with non-profit organizations and church affiliations. In addition, Yvonne enjoyed working alongside her husband in his efforts while President of the Kansas Bankers Association and created many friendships along the way.
She was particularly devoted to her children and grandchildren, supporting all of them in numerous academic opportunities, athletic activities, business endeavors, music and the arts and military service. Her consistent kind and gentle demeanor was always a bright light in her interactions with others. Although impacted by Alzheimer’s in her later years, it was important for her to use her time left to support and connect with her family.
Yvonne is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, WR Robbins of the home; her children, Karesa Harrison, Penny Kirk and Monte Robbins; and grandchildren, Chadd Harrison, Hunter Harrison, Garrett Kirk, Taylor Kirk, Nicole Robbins and Will Robbins.
A celebration of life for Yvonne will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 15th, 2022, at First United Methodist Church in Great Bend, KS, with Reverend Tim Bever presiding. Visitation with the family will take place at 1:00 p.m. at the church prior to services. Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made in Yvonne’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association, in care of Bryant Funeral Home. The family extends their appreciation to friends and caregivers who cared so lovingly for Yvonne during her journey with Alzheimer’s.
Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net.
Funeral arrangements provided by
Bryant Funeral Home
1425 Patton Road
Great Bend, KS 67530
Great Bend (Kan.) Tribune, Feb. 13, 2022
