Robin Lynn McGuinn

Robin Lynn Ramer McGuinn lived a life that was quiet in volume, but big in meaning full of steady strength, simple joys, and a love that didn’t need a spotlight to shine. After a long and courageous illness, she passed peacefully and is now finally resting.

Robin carried herself with grace, dignity, and grit. Even when her body limited her, her spirit didn’t. She met each chapter of her health journey with resilience and hope, and she had a way of reminding the people who loved her that joy is often found in the “small stuff” a good day, a good book, a familiar voice, a moment of peace.

She was an avid reader and lifelong learner, always curious and quietly tuned in to the world around her. Books were her comfort, her escape, and her constant companion. Robin also loved sports, especially baseball and soccer. You could often find her watching the Atlanta Braves with loyal enthusiasm. But soccer? Soccer had her whole heart. She never missed a game when her daughter played, faithfully cheering from the stands with the kind of support that doesn’t fade when the weather’s bad or the score isn’t great. Though medically retired for many years, Robin’s days were still rich in the ways that mattered most: reading, visiting, and spending time with her daughter, grandchildren and family.

Robin was the beloved daughter of Dorothea Read Smith, known to many as Dot, a devoted Christian mother and caregiver. Dot was married for 25 years to Wilbert Matthew Smith, known as Bert, an extraordinary husband, father, and grandfather whose love and example shaped their family. Together, they built a foundation of faith, love, and steady care that continues to echo through their family.

Robin is survived by her daughter, Ashley McGuinn Dooley, and son-in-law, Christopher Dooley, along with their two sons, Connor and Jacob, who brought Robin so much joy (and a special kind of “grandmother pride”). She is also survived by her nieces Angela Kruger and Barbara Bouknight, as well as her nephew Lee Martin, and their families. She was a loving mother, grandmother and aunt.

A legacy is the part of someone that stays after they’re gone, the impact they leave behind in hearts, habits, and generations. Robin’s legacy lives on through her family and the love she helped shape.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to her compassionate caregivers and devoted loved ones whose support sustained her. Special thanks to the staff at Lexington Hospital for their care and kindness, and to Agape Hospice for providing comfort, peace, and dignity as Robin transitioned to her forever home in heaven.

Robin’s life mattered deeply. She will be remembered not just for what she endured, but for the quiet strength, steady love, and gentle warmth she gave so freely, and for the love she leaves behind.