"I met Robyn through the Art Therapy program at WSU. We became classmates and good friends through shared experiences, plants, art and excitement for the future. She was such a light, so talented and thoughtful in the way she spoke and created. When she shared stories of her daughter, her mini me, she shined brighter. It is with a deep ache that I heard the news of your passing as I talked to you not too long ago. You will forever be missed, but never forgotten. I'm so happy that I got to meet you, befriend you and learn with you. I wish the world got to hold onto all of you and your talents longer. Rest easy my dear. My deepest thoughts go out to your daughter and your family, may they forever remind her of how wonderful her mother was ??"
In loving memory of
Robyn Danielle Banks
May 27, 1989 - January 24, 2023
Robyn Danielle Banks, age 33, died on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at Beaumont Hospital in Grosse Pointe. She was born on May 27, 1989 in Detroit, Michigan to Robert and Letitia (nee: Lewis) Banks.
Robyn grew up in Detroit and graduated from the University of Preparatory Academy High School in 2007. She went on to receive her associates degree from Wayne Community College and her bachelor's degree from Marygrove College. In December of 2022, Robyn graduated with her master's degree from Wayne State University alongside her best friend, Rachel Harkness.
Robyn worked as a Certified Nurse Assistant at Riverview Health and Rehabilitation in Detroit. She was going to be starting a position at Karmanos Cancer Center in Detroit with Art Therapy.
Robyn enjoyed doing makeup and watching anime. She considered herself to also be a "plant mom", as her whole home was filled with plants. Most of all, Robyn loved spending time with her daughter, Roslyn, her friends, and her family.
Robyn is the loving mother of Roslyn McCullough. Beloved daughter of Robert and Letitia Banks. Cherished sister of Devin Lewis, Karen Lewis, Raven (Jared) Sadler, Rachel Banks, and Robert "Bobby" Banks, Jr. Dear Aunt of Destiny, Isaiah, Jaylen, Jayden, Jace, and John.
A visitation will take place on Saturday, February 11 from 11 am to 3 pm at Chas. Verheyden, Inc., 16300 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to a Trust Fund for Roslyn McCullough through the CashApp tag $RobynsgirlRoslyn
Tributes
"Robyn was a strong student in our art therapy and counseling program; much respected and liked by her peers and instructors. In addition to her work at Karmanos as was mentioned in the beautiful obituary, Robyn was helping to lead an art therapy group of children who were refugees from Afghanistan. She was a good observer and sensitive to the children's expressions in their art; her presence in this group was gentle and supportive. Robyn often talked about her daughter, about whom she was very proud. My thoughts are with you, Roslyn, and with the entire family. I am grateful to have had the pleasure of knowing Robyn. Holly Feen-Calligan, Art Therapy Program Coordinator "
"Our condolences and prayers to the family. Jan (Rogers) Quainton"
"Robyn was a wonderful human being in every way. She will be missed by all who knew her."