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Robin Kay Thomas 1966-2026

Robin Kay Thomas, 60, of Harrisburg, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2026 at Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center in Camp Hill.

Robin Kay Thomas
Robin Kay Thomas

Born on October 10, 1966, in Chambersburg, she was the daughter of the late Lewis E. Fauver and Pansy Mae (Ferrell) Fauver.

Robin graduated from Shippensburg High School in 1984. She was an avid lover of Halloween and all things spooky. Robin enjoyed watching anything true crime or her favorite TV show, Law & Order SVU. She had a heart and compassion for animals, especially pit bulls. Robin loved to read Freida McFadden books and her favorite candy were Reese’s peanut butter cups.

Robin is survived by one daughter, Chanel Thomas and her significant other, Kirby; one son, Jayvyn Nimley; three brothers, Rodger, Terry, Edwin “Ed”; one sister, Evelyn; one grand-cat, Sansa; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her spouse, Scott Thomas; one sister, Neva; two fur babies, Kingston and Sophie.

Professional services have been entrusted to Dugan Funeral & Cremation, Ltd., 51 Asper Drive, Shippensburg. At this time, services will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Speranza Animal Rescue in Mechanicsburg.

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