Jeannette Elvera Robbins was born December 23, 1971 in Hoopa alongside her identical twin sister, Maria Robbins. She passed away peacefully in her sleep in the early morning of January 4, 2025. Jeannette and Maria were inseparable from the day they were born and shared an unbreakable bond. Two of their most cherished traditions were road trips of any distance, planning and celebrating their kids’ birthdays no matter how old they got.

Jeannette was the daughter of George Robbins Jr and Lana Crutchfield. She was raised on Kepel Flat and McKinnon Hill Rd located on the Yurok Indian Reservation, where she spent the majority of her life. During her childhood, you could always find Jeannette on her horses or by the river. She lived by her words “Gone playing from the time the sun came up until the sun went down.”

Jeannette’s first love was born in 1994, and from then on her child became her life. She adored all of her children and grandchildren and would do anything for them. You would always find her buying everything in her sight, that she thought they might need. She was known as a homebody but you could always find her at her kid’s events no matter what it was, whether it be a school play, a sporting event, or graduations. She was the most caring and loving parent and grandmother one could ask for. She will forever be known for the love she gave and for being the best mother and “gumma.” There will never be another like her.

Jeannette was a force to be reckoned with, known for her excellent culinary skills, big heart, impressive driving skills (a true Robbins trait), and her warm, embracing hugs. There would often be times when she was personally requested to prepare entire feasts for local events. However, beware: her kitchen was her domain, and perfection was what she strived for. Beyond her culinary skills, her heart belonged to her family. Spending time with her kids and loved ones brought her unparalleled joy. No matter the time or day, Jeannette was always there, ready to lend a helping hand or listening ear to anyone who needed it. Her unwavering compassion earned her a special place in the hearts of all who knew her.

For the last 15 years, she enjoyed many adventures with her life partner, Anthony Lavato.

She is survived by her mother: Lana Crutchfield, her partner Anthony Lavato, and her children Alex (Micole), Tristan, Travis (Yiannoula), and Dana (Austin) Perry. Her grandchildren: Albert Perry II and Cruz Robbins. Her siblings: Maria, Dick, Tyke, Erica, Lynnette Hicks (Cory), Valisha, Lydia, Kapel Robbins and her BFF/sister Jennifer Crayton. Nieces and nephews: Samantha Crutchfield, Julia Simms (Willie), Brendan Crutchfield, Brett Robbins, Trayce Crutchfield, Presley Robbins, Rena Gibbens (Bubba), Star Gibbens, Son-Son Robbins, Merk Robbins (Janette), Crissy Robbins, Grizzly Robbins (Kehala), Aurelia Alatorre (Cristian), Cecelia Robbins, Rocky Robbins (Jazzy), Great Nieces and nephews: Willie Jr, Kepel, Wyatt, Michael, Aaralyn, Aaron, Lana, Vanessa, Wayne, Bella, Kion, Loveah, Joe-Joe, Nickolas, Dahlia, Merky, Osiria, Iverson, Kenny, Talon, Falcon, Joaquin, Meskwoh, Chayton, Grizzly, Faron Troy, Rey-goh-uh, Sister (Thompson), Nikwich (Bean), Rocky Jr, Rori, Cristian Jr, Amias, Theresia, Lucas, Myriah, Stormy, Ronald, Evelina, Gloria, Dewayne, Guillermo, Maria, Julian. Aunts and Uncles: Eddie Koch Sr, Kim Koch, Terry (Stan) Lovell, Jenny (Mike) Smothers, Marilyn McCovey, Cousins: Lana, Kathy, and Allison McCovey, Rowds, John-John and Ronnie Robbins, Theresia Erickson, Axel Erickson, Tawny and Donovan Lovell, and Eddie Koch Jr.

She is preceded in death by: Grandparents George Robbins Sr, Theresia Erickson Ross and Sherwood Ross, Viola and Edwin Koch, and Gilbert Moore. Father George Robbins Jr and her Stepfather William Crutchfield Sr, brother Faron Robbins, great auntie/uncles Ruth Johansson, John and Axel Erickson, uncles John (Rocky) Robbins Sr and Frank Erickson Sr, cousins: Robbie Robbins and Frank Erickson Jr and her niece Marcee Robbins.

There will be no services held at this time. A private close family viewing will be held.

In the early spring, Jeannette will be laid to rest next to her father at the Robbins family cemetery located at Kepel Village on the Yurok Reservation.

Arrangements were made with Paul’s Chapel in Arcata.

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