Friday, December 9, 2011

Goodnight Sweet Sarah


OLD TOWN and DEXTER – Sarah Lunette Robinson, 26, died Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011, surrounded by her family after a courageous battle against cancer. Sarah was born April 5, 1985, to Susan Pratt Meservey and the late Gene Turner, and raised by her stepfather, Dale Hartford.
In 1988, Sarah and her older siblings moved to Dexter where they attended the local public schools. A faithful Christian, a loyal wife, a loving mother, a protective sister, a Rotarian, a tenacious competitor, a talented musician and a bright and cheerful soul, Sarah will be remembered always.
Sarah is survived by her husband, Benjamin and their daughter, Morgan; her mother, Susan and husband, Larry Meservey; twin sister, Lindsay Turner; stepfather, Dale and wife, Cheryl Hartford; brothers, Jason, Gene Jr., Mikey, Michael, Joey and Dominic; and sisters, Diane and Michelle.
Friends may call 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7, and 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8, at Crosby & Neal, 61 Main St., Dexter. Memorial services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, in Guiski Gymnasium at Dexter Regional High School, with Pastor Stephen Hall officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to Cancer Hospitality House of Maine, Sarah Robinson Fund, P.O. Box 931, Bangor, ME 04402; please make checks payable to Healthcare Charities. For an online guest register, go to
www.CrosbyNeal.com.

Thursday, October 20, 2011

ELLEN : Tell Your Fans About Sarah's Dream

Sarah's Dream : Ellen . . .  Your Fans Will Love This Cause
Ellen, good to see you again, you look great! We see you've met our friend Sarah, she's a love isn't she? A ray of sunshine that one.

So here's the deal:

Sarah, a vibrant soul. Married her high school sweetheart named Benjamin Robinson.
How Cute Are These High School Sweethearts? Seriously Cute, That's How
Together they had a lil' one named Morgan Lindsay. She just began first grade and is a burst of love and sweetness. She's also a super star who kept her mom smiling when smiling became a struggle.
Mother & Daughter Sweetness
In March of 2010, Sarah was missing some beats while drumming for her band, "Under The Covers." Physicians soon discovered Sarah had a brain tumor. Ben was serving this country in Iraq and was granted leave so he could rush home to support Sarah and help care for their lil' one.
A Real American Hero
When Sarah began radiation therapy she would hear stories of folks who were unable to obtain treatment because they lived "up north" and had no where to stay. Sarah brought this attention to her local Rotary club, and together they were a driving force behind the plan to create a cancer hospitality house. Seeing this become a reality was one of Sarah's dreams . . . "Sarah's House.

After enduring chemotherapy treatments good news abound in July of 2011. Sarah kicked cancer in the face!! Don't let the door hit you on the way out tumor. BOOM!!!
This Is What Kicking Cancer In The Face Looks Like
Five weeks later, Sarah learned the cancer had returned, it was angry, and this time it was deemed "inoperable." Which, clearly cancer underestimated who it is messing with here, since like we agreed, ray of sunshine.
Oh Ellen, You So Pretty
Sarah was an avid fan of The Ellen Degeneres Show (and all things Ellen DeGeneres in general). When it physically became a challenge to hold a book, her family downloaded the audio version of Seriously . . . I'm Kidding, which would give Sarah a good chuckle on a difficult afternoon. While watching an episode of your program Sarah turned to her identical twin sister Lindsay, and said "Ellen would help us promote 'Sarah's House' . . . Ellen would help us!!"

Double Dosage Of Sunshine
Morgan lost her mumma on December 4th 2011.
Ben said goodbye to his first love, and Lindsay said goodnight to the best friend she'd ever had.

Countless friends, family, and community members grieve the loss of such a vivacious, caring, joyous and giving soul. Communities are fighting to see "Sarah's House" come to light to help the very people who entered Sarah's heart when she received her diagnosis in 2010. We continue this fight for Sarah, and we ask that you help us make this dream come true . . . not only for Sarah's memory, but for the growing number of Mainers who have no where to call home when they need lifesaving treatment.
Morgan Has Raised $35 From Selling Fresh Eggs & Lemonade.
It Sits In Her Piggy Bank On Her Dresser

UPDATE

UPDATE : "Sarah is doing well, she is resting and spending time with her family and friends. She has lost the use of her left side, but she is working to overcome the deficit. Her appetite is more than strong and her family and friends are always cooking and serving whatever it is that she desires. Even if it is a grilled cheese sandwich with apples inside. Sarah still travels once every other week to Bos...ton for chemotherapy infusion treatments. The treatment is being tolerated well and also helps to reduce swelling in her brain, which is good becuase she has an adverse reaction to the steroid that controls the swelling. Sarah is very excited about the "Cancer Hospitality House" and is doing everything she can to help. Sarah is very thankful and appreciative for all that has been done for her." - BENNY

Ramp

A special thanks to the folks at the Old Town Rotary Club for coming over and putting in a ramp for Sarah!



Monday, October 17, 2011

Sarah's House : 10-16-2011

Foundation-of-Sarahs-House-is-volunteers-donations

OLD TOWN, Maine (NEWS CENTER) -- When one Old Town Rotary Club member had the idea to build a Cancer Hospitality Center for cancer patients across Maine, her Rotary Club -- along with volunteers and donors -- answered the call.
The idea came from 26-year-old Rotary Club member Sarah Robinson.
Robinson was receiving treatment for a brain tumor at the Lafayette Cancer Center in Brewer and noticed how many patients traveled hours across the state, and couldn't afford lodging.
That's when she appealed to her Rotary Club for help.
The Old Town Rotary Club has built the foundation of the Thornton House in Old Town on Abbott Street.
The Thornton House is a home to be sold for seed money for a larger project: The Cancer Hospitality Center.
"We're hoping to raise 100 thousand dollars from the sale of the house," said Rotary Club member Dave Wollstadt.
"If we were paying for the labor and materials, that would take up most of the 100 thousand, I would think."
According to Project Manager Stanley Peterson, the Rotary Club has received an estimated $60 thousand in donated supplies.
Both amateur and professional construction workers have been building the Thornton House, all charging the same hourly wage: $0.
Peterson said the Old Town Rotary Club will be working on the Thornton House into the winter, and will need supplies and volunteers as the work continues.
To find out how to help, connect with the club on the Old Town Rotary Club's Facebook page.

Friday, October 14, 2011

UPDATE

UPDATE : "Sarah had 3rd avastin infusion in Boston last Wednesday (10/12/11) and is doing ok... she will have MRI in two weeks to check progress. Unfortunately she's not feeling great, very tired and weak. Her appetite is still very good!! Keep the prayers coming!" - LINDSAY

Tuesday, October 4, 2011

Sarah's House

As she battles an inoperable brain tumor, Sarah is working to help others with a place to stay while they battle this disease. This is just another reason, we love this fabulous girl.

"As she began getting radiation treatments for her brain tumor, 26 year old Sarah Robinson noticed how many patients had to travel hours from across the state. Robinson told her fellow Old Town Rotary Club members that cancer patients were traveling hours to the Lafayette Family Cancer Center in Brewer -- and they couldn't afford a place to stay overnight." - WLBZ2

Sarah along with the Old Town Rotary Club are working to raise money for a Cancer Hospitality Home, "Sarah's House". A place for those traveling to receive cancer treatment can stay, free of charge.

Monday, October 3, 2011

Halloween Ballroom Bash!!


HALLOWEEN BALLROOM BASH!!
to benefit Sarah Robinson & family

FRIDAY : OCTOBER 28th 2011
416 Oxbow Road
Palmyra, Maine 04965

Here's the line up:
5:30-6:30pm : SOCIAL HOUR
7:00-8:30pm : COMEDIC STYLINGS BY :
Travis Cowing "THE BULL" of Orono & Johnny Ater of Portland with special guest
8:30pm + : BAND : "Four No More"

If you're looking for a place to stay for this rockin' good time you can book at room right down the road at :
Lovely's Motel 
526 Oxbow Road
Palmyra, Maine 04965
(207)368-4311
BOOK ROOMS AT $49 UNDER THE NAME
"HALLOWEEN BALLROOM BASH"

Please join us for a night full of fun and Halloween cheer as we support this wonderful family as they continue to battle Sarah's stage 4 inoperable brain tumor.

Tickets : $20.00 per person
Tickets can be purchased at The M Room or by contacting :
Michelle Clifford : (207) 355-1329
Amanda Penney : (207) 992-3577

Spaghetti Supper

A few photographs from the Sarah Robinson Spaghetti Supper
September 26th 2011
photography : Stephen Poplaski Sr







Saturday, October 1, 2011

update

UPDATE : "Sarah Robinson has had her second round of Avastin in Boston and is doing okay....more symptoms this time, but still hanging in there. Also a big thank you to all of those who came to the benefit dinner...it was a huge success and sarah was soooo happy to see everyone. Thank you all again! Pray, pray, pray....." - LINDSAY

Tuesday, September 27, 2011

BRACELETS!!

"PRAYERS FOR SARAH" bracelets are now available!!
$2.00 and proceeds benefit Sarah & family
You can find them at these FANTASTIC locations :
BANGOR NEON : BANGOR, MAINE
BATH IRON WORKS : contact Phil Nichols
DAVE'S WORLD : DOVER-FOXCROFT, MAINE
DEXTER REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
DEXTER LIBRARY : tuesday & wednesday & friday
DIANE'S BEAUTY SHOP : DEXTER, MAINE
DOVER-FOXCROFT REDEMPTION CENTER
GARLAND STORE : GARLAND, MAINE
HARTLEY'S : NEWPORT, MAINE
MOONBEAM LASER ENGRAVING : LEVANT, MAINE
TOOTS DELI : DEXTER, MAINE

They will be available in more & more locations, so keep checking

Monday, September 26, 2011

yummy!!

‎400.. that's FOUR HUNDRED (!!) folks came out yesterday to the spaghetti suppers!! What beautiful gestures & wonderful support!! Keep Sarah and family in your thoughts and prayers as she heads to Boston on Wednesday for another round of chemotherapy. You are all very special and loving folk.

Saturday, September 17, 2011

SPAGHETTI SUPPER : September 26, 2011


Come together to show your love and support for the Robinson Family as Sarah continues her fight with brain cancer.
SEPTEMBER 26, 2011
1PM & 4PM
CENTER DRIVE SCHOOL
ORRINGTON, MAINE

Tickets for the dinner will be available at
EMMC on merritt 3 surgical and the cath lab and
Dexter Riverview school prior to the event.
Tickets will also be available at the door.
*****Tickets are by donation, give what you can :^)*********
*****There will be a 1pm and a 4pm seating******

We will be accepting donations for a silent auction/dessert auction so please contact megan gekeler @ 949-1423 if you would like to make a donation or be sure to bring your donation to the supper that day.
Hope to see you all there to surround Sarah, Ben and Morgan (and of course Lindsay too!) with lots of faith, hope and love!!