With heavy hearts, we remember Janis Lee Robinson, 88 of Lansing,Ks who passed away on October 7, 2026, at Homestead Assisted Living Leavenworth,Ks
Janis was born on April 19, 1938, in Sparta, Wisconsin, to Sylvester and Gretchen Stevens. She grew up on a farm outside Cashton, Wisconsin. The little town of Cashton was always near and dear to Janis’s heart, and she carried fond memories of her hometown throughout her life.
She married John T. Robinson in 1957 and spent many years building a life and raising her family alongside him during his service in the United States Army. Their military life took them throughout the United States and overseas to Japan and Germany, where Janis created a loving home for her family wherever they were stationed.
Janis devoted much of her life to raising her children and caring for her home. After her children were grown, she began working part-time in the cafeteria at the Lansing School District, where she formed lasting friendships with the women she worked alongside.
Family was an important part of Janis’s life. Through the years, she shared her love and kindness with those around her, creating memories and family connections that will continue for generations.
Janis is survived by her six children: Johnny (Genise), Jayne (Lyle), Judy (Ron), Jacque (Doug), Jeanna (Greg), and Jim; 12 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandsons.
She is also survived by her beloved sister-in-law, Mary Ann Stevens, with whom she shared a close and cherished bond, as well as many nephews, nieces, great-nephews, and great-nieces.
Janis was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John; her parents, Sylvester and Gretchen Stevens; her brothers, Gary Stevens, Douglas Stevens, and Rick Stevens; and her beloved granddaughter, Grace Lynn Vossmer.
Janis will be deeply missed by her family and all who knew her. May she rest peacefully in the arms of Jesus, surrounded by the eternal love and peace of her heavenly home.
A private funeral service for family members was held on Thursday, October 15, 2026, with Bill Pfannenstiel officiating.
Pallbearers were Kyle Chmidling, Zach Robinson, Colby Gwartney, Peyton Vossmer, Adam Pfannenstiel, and Ethan Pfannenstiel.
Memorial contributions may be made to The Deeper Window Association in support of those affected by dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, or to Catholic Community Hospice.
