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In Memory Of

Robin Peere Dowlin, age 60, of Colstrip

February 13, 1957 – December 10, 2017

Robin Peere Dowlin was born in Butte, Montana February 13, 1957, to Annabelle MacKerlich Dowlin and Floyd Edward Dowlin Jr.

Robin was three when the family moved to Whitehall. Robin started grade school at Whitehall, then moved to Forsyth and finished his education in Forsyth, graduating with the Mighty Class of 1975. While in high school he played football and made many friends. He also worked for Warren Becker pumping gas, beginning his career.

Robin joined the Marine Corp in 1976, surprisingly got a good conduct medal and a rifle expert badge.

He returned to Forsyth and continued his work career driving truck in oil fields in Wampsutter, Wyoming. Then off to Alaska and finishing on a commercial fishing boat.

Robin returned to Eastern Montana working in the lumber mill in Ashland, driving truck, graduating to Peabody Coal Mine driving coal haulers, finally to Western Energy operating heavy equipment.

Robin is survived by his soul mate, Natalie Lothspeich, her daughters, Stacey (Jason), Anthony, Allysa, BreAnna, Amy (Dominic) Burgess, Caleb, Claire; son, Matthew (Kelsey) McKenna Nolan; sisters, Wanda Dowlin of Forsyth, Kerry (Bob) Downing of Park City, Sandee Dowlin of Casper, Wyoming; brother, Buck Dowlin of Forsyth; daughter, Danyelle Van Cleave; grandson, Phillip Van Cleave; numerous nephews, nieces, great nephews great nieces; Abby, his and Natalie’s special dog.

Robin was preceded in death by both parents; older brothers, Dale MacKerlich and Doug Dowlin.

Funeral will be 11:00 A.M., Friday December 15, at Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home in Forsyth, Montana.

In lieu of flowers send donations to your favorite charity.</p>

Service Schedule

Memorial Service

11:00 AM

Friday December 15, 2017

Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home

245 Westwind Lane

Forsyth, Montana 59327

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Service Schedule

Memorial Service

11:00 AM

Friday December 15, 2017

Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home

245 Westwind Lane

Forsyth, Montana 59327

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  1. Wanda, Kerry and Sandee.. I was so sorry to hear of Robin’s passing.. My heartfelt condolences go out to you all.
    Hugs and prayers..

  3. We were very fortunate to be neighbors with Robin over the years. Always such a kind man with a smile and a wave. What a great guy! He will be truly missed! Prayers and thoughts to the family at this time.

  4. Robin will be greatly missed. I will miss him harrassing me about all of his wild game. He knew I hated it and he would do anything he could to gross me out. Those memories are cherished. May he rest in peace. God bless him and his loved ones.

  5. God takes the best first! He’s been a great friend and wonderful neighbor and will be missed so much! We are praying for you. There’s a new Angel in heaven. Hope you’re fishing or hunting Buddy?

  6. OMG Robin what happened! I will miss our friendly conversations. George just talked to you… R.I.P. dear classmate. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family and those who loved you.

  7. Buck, Wanda, and families, so sorry to hear of Robin’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Our condolences to all.

    Gerry and Jayne Tallent

  8. We were blessed to know Robin as a friend and a neighbor. The gifts of jerky and cookies being passed between houses each winter will be deeply missed by our kids along with Robin’s laughter and waves. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

  9. Robin will be missed by many. I’ll miss exchanging hunting tails with him. He had some awesome tails. Condolences to his family. I can’t believe he is gone.

  10. So sad to read of Robin’s passing. He was always ready with an adventurous hunting and/or fishing tale, which was always so entertaining to listen to. He knew where the specific fish hung out in Castle Rock Lake, where I lived, and could’ve drawn a map to locate them… My heart goes out to his family, who meant so much to him. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time…

  11. Wanda and Buck you are in my thoughts and prayers. So sorry to loose Robin. I’ll miss his smile and teasing ways, but most of all I’ll miss his listening heart. Condolences to all those that loved our Robin! RIP my friend.

  14. I am sorry to hear about Robin. I had no idea. Just ran into him at the store. Jeff when he was out hunting. He was a character and always so fun and interesting to talk too. He will be missed. Our prayers for his family.

  15. Wanda, Buck and family.. so very sorry to learn of Robin’s passing. Loved visiting with him and catching each other up on how our families were doing. God bless and comfort you all.

  16. Wanda, Buck and family, I am so sorry to hear about Robin’s passing. I remember going to the drive in theater with Robin and a group of friends throughout those early summer years. A lot of good memories! My thoughts and prayers to you and the whole family.

  17. To Natalie and the Dowlin Family,
    Earl joins me in sending heartfelt condolences to you in Robin’s passing. For the past 45 years I have considered Buck and Robin as the younger brothers I never had. May you find comfort and strength in knowing others care, we are thinking of, and praying for you at this difficult time.
    May time heal your sorrow.
    May friends ease your pain.
    May peace replace headaches, and may warm memories remain.

  19. So sorry to hear of robins passing. Just talked with him last week he will be missed greatly. My condolences to his family R.I.P my friend

  20. We are very shocked to here of Robins passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this very tough time. He was a great guy, and was taken way to soon. He will truly be missed.

    Robert, Shannon, and Michelle Tallent

  22. When Robin moved into the house across the street he was a crotchety old confirmed bachelor.
    Robin would take great delight in driving by in his tricked out Dodge with his boat hooked up harassing Ken about honey do projects and his Ford truck and how his power washer had more PSI. Much to my horror Robin would mow down his beautiful Peonies. “Less yard work and more time to fish”, he would say.
    A few times of the neighbors exchanging wild game jerky, smoked meats, homemade goodies, hunting, camping or fishing stories and Robin soon learned he moved into the wrong neighborhood to be Mr. Scrooge.
    Barely a day would go by that you did not see Robin in someone’s driveway. Teased him about being Hank, but instead of selling Propane and Propane accessories, he would be selling his stories about “No Tell’em Creek” where he shot his cinnamon bear.
    A few years ago Natalie came into Robin’s world and his whole being changed. The beautiful peonies were allowed bloom, the Christmas decorations went up and the lights were on for Trick or Treators.
    We were so glad that he had found someone to bring out the best in him.
    We will miss him hollering from across the street, “Hey Ken – what’s Kerrie got you working on now?”

  24. We had seen Robin not long ago and heard of one of his hunting trips,fun guy ,we will miss him much.our thoughts and prayers are with his family .Peace be with you. God bless?

  25. I am now for sure going to live each day as it may be my last! It was always a pleasure to visit with Robin but those visits got fewer and fewer after retirement. Sure will be missed Robin! Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Dowlin family! May the Good Lord be with you all!

  26. Robin will be missed. The Dowlin family are in my thoughts and prayers.

  27. To Wanda and Buck and All of Robins family. Robin was a very funny guy. He always had some story to tell. He talked about hunting and fishing and always talked of his family! Robin will be greatly missed.

  30. It’s hard to believe we won’t run it to you out in Colstrip anymore. From High school till now you’ve been a friend! You Will be missed! RIP!!

  31. So hard to believe a man so full of life has left us….my thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones

  32. I am so sorry for your loss Wanda , Buck and family. Robin was one of a kind. He didn’t care what others thought and was the kind of friend that stuck by u thru thick and thin. He could make u laugh even if u were at your lowest and always had a kind word ready. I had very few true friends in school( which was partly my fault). I just didn’t fit in any group. Robin didn’t have a group. Robin was Robin. He did his own thing and liked everyone until they crossed him or someone he cared about. The greatest memory of our times together was our joint babysitting job. That was one of the memories I will always hold close to my heart. It is way too long to explain here. Just know that under that gruff Robin there was a guy with a heart of gold. RIP Robin. U r going to be missed by so many.

  33. Dowlin family we are so sorry. I’ve known Robin forever it seems and will miss seeing him around town. He always had a big hello and a smile. Keeping you all close in prayer during this sad time.

  34. When you move away you find out about things a little slower. Robin was one of my customers at the various places I worked he was a very nice guy under his gruff exterior. He will be truly missed and always will be loved.

  35. Rest In Peace, cousin Robin. You will be missed. So thankful for each of our visits over the years.

  36. Robin was truly a great person! I always enjoyed visiting with him, he could make me laugh every time! He was a great tease and always had a smile and a story to tell. I am so sorry and Tom and I send our thoughts, hugs and condolences to the family. RIP Robin.

  37. Natalie, Buck and all of Robins family.
    I was so saddened to hear of your sudden loss .
    My deepest sympathy.
    Peace be with you all.

  39. Buck, Wanda & Robin’s loved ones,
    My last big bear hugs by Robin were July ’15 at our 40th class reunion. He was so happy when he proudly showed me pictures of ” his kids”. He’d always been a special friend of mine from high school. yet I have one memory from 5th grade. I thought I was pretty tough on the crossbars- monkey bar, so one day I took on several of the guys,” chicken fighting”. When Robin challenged me, I fought hard, yet he got the best of me. until we both fell several feet to the ground. Robin landed on top of me knocking the wind out of me, so I could barely breath. I remember fighting back tears as I was too proud to cry in front of him. Yet Robin felt pretty bad for hurting a girl. I couldn’t even be mad at him, if anything, after that we had mutual respect for each other. Now my tears come easy, because this world has lost one real “teddy bear of a guy”, anyone who knew him loved him. God’s gain, is our loss,
    My sincere sympathy & prayers to his loved one.

  41. Prayers for Robin’s family. In loving memory of a wonderful person and very good friend. You will be missed. Rest in peace my dear friend.

  43. Peace be with you Robin. A good friend and great story teller. I’ll miss you! Thoughts and prayers to Natalie, and Robin’s family!

  44. We will miss our neighbor, Robin. We haven’t lived in the neighborhood as long as some, but what a great guy! Thoughtful, “full of hunting and fishing stories, always a wave and smile!. Natalie, we send our deepest sympathy. Robin was transformed by your love and was so blessed by you. May you be blessed with peace during this sad time!

  45. Natalie, my heart breaks for your loss. There are no words to make any of this easier but know I am thinking of you. Keep Robins memory in your heart and he will always be with you. Prayers and love.

  46. Wanda, Bucky, and all who were close and loved Robin, I am so sorry for your loss of a man with such a good heart who was a very genuine and caring person for sure. I was truly shocked and saddened when I heard he was not with us anymore…he will be missed by anyone who knew him well, and I was glad to know that he had found someone who completed him and made him happy, he deserved it. Cherish all the great memories! My prayers are with you all, Shayla Hagen

  47. Another classmate, another friend who i will miss, we always think we have enough time to sit down and catch up with those we haven’t seen for a while and just like that it’s gone. Who knows maybe we will hook up again and take another ride in the red jeep. Until when we meet again Robin.

  48. he was a big part of the mighty class of 75. I remember when he moved from Whitehall. We would go fishing as little kids and he sold his carp and goldeyes to a lady with cats for a nickel each. first professional fisherman I knew. He taught me how to tie a knot for the hook. Good memories. gone way too soon. Dick Tallent

  49. Wanda and Buck, I am so sorry for your loss. Robin was a great friend. Always ready with a big hug, and kind word. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

  50. Dear Natalie and Family,
    My heart breaks for you and I am so very sorry for this sudden loss. My deepest sympathy to you, Dear Natalie! How fortunate Robin was to have had you come into his life, you both shared many wonderful memories together in the years you had together. It was wonderful to see you be so very happy, too!
    Cherish the memories and he will always be with you.
    God Bless!
    LI love you,
    Tory♥️??♥️

  51. To Robin Dowlin Family– With Deepest Sympathy
    May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time. Then the celebration of his life memories and wonders that he shared and can cherish over always in your heart those individual extra special treasure moments.

  52. We are so sorry for your loss. Robin was a great person and a great neighbor always made us smile. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Natalie and the family. Gary and Patti Baisch

  53. We’re going to miss you immensely, my friend.I’m glad we had the chance to work with you and got to see your smiling mug every day.Those b.s. sessions will be missed.I am glad that we got to visit before your surgery.
    Fair winds and following seas,Marine.We have the watch from here.Semper Fidelis……
    Chris and Cheri George

  54. Robin will be missed by all who knew him. He always had a smile and had a friendly word to us whenever we saw him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

  57. I worked with Robin for years, we drive out to our reclamation dozers, every day, and I would listen to so many hunting, and fishing stories, I always enjoyed talking to him, he was such a good friend. I really will miss him.

  58. Wanda & Buck& Family..We love you guys so much and we so glad to be with you and the family. Robin will be missed greatly but he’s talking to your Mom telling how many fish he caught. You will be in my continued prayers for peace of mind. Love you Karen & Ron

  59. So sorry to hear about Robin passing. I will never forget him taking me trout fishing on the Big Horn for Christmas or him and Natalie letting me come to hear the elk bugling in the Ashland forest. Also the great times spent pheasant and goose hunting on the farm in Forsyth. He will be missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers to all the family.

  60. The loss of a loved one is difficult. We can draw comfort from the bible at at 1 corinthians 15:26 where god promises to bring the last enemy death to nothing. The Bible tells us of many promises such as this. Please take care and very sorry to have learned of your loss.

  63. Wanda ,Buck and family, My heart is heavy hearing of the loss of Robin. He was gruff but a real teddy bear. I spoke with him shortly before his passing and will miss that and a big hug. RIP Robin He will be missed.

  64. Wanda, we are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.

  65. May it comfort you to know how many caring thoughts are with you at this sad time.

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