James Robben

James Robben, age 62, of Victoria, passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2015 in Hays. He was born on January 1, 1953 in Hays, KS to Wilfred and Viola (Hammerschmidt) Robben. Jim married the love of his life, Jane Dreiling, on October 29, 1977. She preceded him in death on November 24, 2008. The young family gave birth to their first daughter, Jackie, in March of 1978 and then moved to McPherson, Kansas 5 months later. This union was then blessed with the birth of their second daughter, Jamie in August of 1980.

Jim worked as a Skilled Trades Technician Power Plant at Fort Hays State University, where he developed many long lasting friendships. Jim was a Christian, loving and caring husband, father, brother, uncle, co-worker, and dear friend. Jim had a huge heart and was always willing to help anyone in need. He constantly put others before himself and donated to causes like United Way. His strength, sense of humor and contagious smile will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him. He was especially proud of his daughters who both graduated from Kansas State University. Jim was an avid football fan with a strong following for Kansas State University and the Kansas City Chiefs. He had a strong passion for animals, especially dogs. He was the proud owner of one Jack Russell Terrier: Zoey. He also loved spending time with his Grand dogs: Bella, Maddox, Bliss & Brownie. Jim was looking forward to meeting his first Grandson who is due in September.

Jim was preceded in death by his father, Wilfred Robben. Surviving members of his family include his daughters, Jackie Vestal and her husband Brandon of Los Angeles, California, Jamie Robben of Denver, Colorado; his mother, Viola Robben of Walker, Kansas; his siblings, Leroy Robben and his wife Karen of Salina, Kansas, Melvin Robben and his wife Patty of Salina, Kansas, Norman Robben and his wife Linda of Walker, Kansas; many nieces and nephews, other relatives, and a host of friends.

Jims family wishes to express their gratitude for all of the thoughts and prayers during this time and for your attendance at his memorial service.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the James Robben Memorial Fund.

Funeral services will be 11 AM, Saturday, June 13, 2015 at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Walker. Visitation will be 9 AM until service time at the church.













Service Information









Visitation Saturday

June 13, 2015

9:00 AM to 11:00 AM

St. Ann's Catholic Church

1275 Main

Walker, KS 67674









Funeral Service Saturday

June 13, 2015

11:00 AM

St. Ann's Catholic Church

1275 Main

Walker, KS 67674