Robin Rattner

Robin Dana Rattner (Rabinowitz), passed away on Friday, July 3rd, 2026. Robin was born on July 8,

1961 at the Jewish Hospital of Brooklyn. She grew up in Hartsdale, NY. Robin is survived by her

husband Michael and her daughters, Emily and Sarah; and remembered by her beloved sister, Riki

MacKillop, brother in-law Colin MacKillop, nieces Rebecca and Jillian, sister-in-law Beth

Rattner-Renz, nephews Matthew and Jake, father-in-law Marc Meltzer, and mother-in-law Carol

Meltzer.

Robin studied theatre at Northwestern University in Evanston, IL and later pursued her masters

degree in education from Manhattanville College in Harrison, NY. She was a cherished elementary

school teacher in the Greenburgh Public School District for 33 years, the majority of which were spent

in first grade, before her well-deserved retirement in 2019.

Robin will always be remembered for her infectious laugh, beautiful smile, and unwavering strength.

She had a vibrant personality, always making her presence known, through her quick wit, adventurous

spirit and charisma. She was a friend who anyone could count on.

Robin was married to Michael for 31 beautiful years. Together, they shared a special bond through

their unique senses of humor and their love for family. Michael made it his mission to lovingly care for

Robin and did so with steadfast commitment. Robin was a wonderful mother to her two daughters,

Emily Lynn and Sarah Joy, whom she adored more than anything. They were her pride, joy and

happiness. Robin was beyond proud of her daughters and made sure everyone knew it.

One of Robin's greatest pleasures was hosting large family gatherings on special occasions,

particularly Passover Seder and Thanksgiving. She longed for the summers where she went on family

road trips to amusement and water parks, explored state parks, and relaxed on the beach. Robin

enjoyed board games, whale watching, jewelry, and growing tomatoes. She spent her time

surrounded by many friends, including her Mahjong group, Book Club and the "Backyard Beauties".

Her kindness, generosity, and warm spirit left a lasting mark on all who had the privilege of knowing

her. Her legacy will continue to live on in the hearts of her family and friends.

A graveside service will be conducted on Tuesday, July 7th 2026, at 1:00pm. Located at Sharon

Gardens, 271 Lakeview Avenue, Valhalla, NY 10595.

The family will be sitting shiva at 16110 Town Green Drive, Elmsford, NY 10523 during the following

times:

Tuesday, July 7th: 4:00pm - 7:00pm (directly following the service and burial)

Thursday, July 9th: 5:00pm - 8:00pm

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in support of education, a cause

that was especially meaningful to Robin. Donations may be made to the United Way of Westchester

and Putnam (https://www.uwwp.org/our-work/education/) or to any educational charity of your

choosing.