Robbie Stewart McLain

Robbie Stewart McLain, age 36, of Longwood, FL, went home to be with the Lord Friday, May 30, 2008. Robbie was born December 18, 1971 in Winter Haven, FL. She was a graduate of the University of Central Florida and Barry University Law School. Robbie is survived by her husband, John E. McLain, III; sons John E. McLain, IV, Matthew R. McLain, Mitchell Stewart McLain and daughter Lily Margaret McLain, parents Linda and Keith Pearson, brothers Rick and Rodney Stewart, maternal grandfather, Lloyd Cook and aunt Lorenda Price. Robbie’s view of a perfect day was to be surrounded by family. If you would like to share how Robbie touched your life then please write a note that could be shared later with Lily and Mitchell. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to LBRA Legacy Foundation, Inc., PO Box 915653, Longwood, FL 32791, a not for profit organization supporting rowing in Central Florida. Robbie grew up in Winter Haven and graduated from Winter Haven High School. She worked as a workers compensation insurance adjuster and then pursued her undergraduate degrees from Valencia Community College and the University of Central Florida. She completed her law degree at Barry University Law School despite a diagnosis of, and various treatments for, Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Robbie met her loving husband, John, while she was working to put herself through school. They married November 11, 2000. She became stepmother to Matt and John and then added Lily and Mitchell to their loving family. She enjoyed cooking, entertaining, photography, learning, and an active life. Robbie’s battle with cancer was fought with determination and dignity, and she will be deeply missed by all of her many friends and family who loved her. Memorial service will be held at Wekiva Presbyterian Church, Sunday, June 8th, at 4PM.  To view the VIDEO TRIBUTE, click the following link: http://brfhtributes.com/RSMcLain_May2008.htm