Passed Away on December 24, 2015. Age 67 of Inver Grove Heights

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on December 24, 2015. Preceded in death by father, Glen Robbins. Survived by loving husband of 45 years, Tom; children, Ryan (Kellee), Brandon (Jaci) & Robin (Sean) O’Reilly; 5 grandchildren; mother, Esther Robbins; siblings, Cheryl (Tom) Bauman, Gail Garnet, Steve (Sue) Robbins, Judy (Dennis) Gehler, William Robbins & Mary (George) Butkovich; also many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Joni taught elementary school in Inver Grove Heights from 1970-2006. Guided by her strong belief in faith she was an active member of St. Patrick’s Church and was often found passionately engaged in golf, pickle ball and morning walks with friends. She leaves endless great memories of time spent with her grandchildren. Visitation 4-8 PM Monday, December 28th,at the Church of St. Patrick 3535 72nd St. E., Inver Grove Heights. Mass of Christion Burial 11 AM Tuesday also at St. Patrick’s Church with a visitation 10-11 AM prior to Mass. Interment St. Patrick’s Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred. Special thanks to MN Oncology and Allina Hospice for their compassionate care the last 3 ½ years.