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FeedJake

I wanted to pass along some information about a fellow broadcaster. Pauline Robbins, former morning host of Oldies 104.3, WWOD in Lebanon was diagnosed last year with breast cancer. Since then, she has fought the disease the best she could, but today (10/31) I received a call from her husband, telling us that she was deteriorating fast, and only has a few days left to live.

I visited her today at Dartmouth-Hitchcock, and it really sucks to see a friend and fellow broadcaster like that, especially since she has so much life left in her. The girl has just turned 30, and now this.

Some of you may know Pauline, other may just know the name, some might not know her at all, just someone who, like the rest of us, shares a passion for this industry.

One thing that her husband said to me today that really stuck with me, was that she was scared, not of her inevitable death, but the fact that she was going to die without any friends. That really sucks to hear, and it really bothers me to think about it.

I really wish that there was something that we, as broadcasters could do. I would suggest something like sending flowers, or cards, but, unfortunately flowers aren't allowed in the area of Oncology where she is, and I am afraid, unfortunately, that your cards and well-wishes won't get there in time. I would give her room telephone number, but, unfortunately, she's already at the point where it is too hard to speak.

That's another thing that bothers me. For someone who loves radio so much, God takes away the one thing that fuels her passion...unfair.

Maybe we could put all of the bashing aside in this thread, and leave your well-wishes here? I could bring my laptop to the hospital tomorrow and read some of them to her. Show her she DOES have friends; maybe not necessarily in person, but friends who, like Pauline, share the passion for this business.

Thanks alot for your time. Hug your kids, or someone you love. You never know how fast life can turn.

Here's her myspace...although I doubt she'll ever check it again.

God Bless.
 
Jake,

If you bring your laptop to visit her tomorrow send her my wishes. I just talked to Pauline a few weeks ago and she said she was doing ok.

I've known Pauline since I transfered to the UV. She was always very nice to talk with, and did a great job on Oldies.

I was excited to finally be working with the same company that she works with.

Send her my best. She's a top notch person. ....I really don't know what else to say. Just let her know that my thoughts are with her....

Steve
 
I did not know Pauline well but had the chance to meet her a few times. Please let her know that she does have friends and people that miss hearing and seeing her very much. A better place she shall go where the signal is always clear, the listeners are always happy and you never have to do the weather because it's always beautiful. My prayers are with you Pauline
 
I don't know Pauline at all. As a matter of fact, I have never even heard of her until now. But tell her she has a friend here in me. Anyone who is forced to battle a disease like that, let alone "one of our own" (as in radio people), should know that there is a world of people behind them who pray for them.

God Bless.
 
SEND YOUR AUDIO TO ME

Hello Broadcasters

Let's put down our company flags for a moment and do something together.

I would like to put together an audio CD of well wishes that will be brought to Pauline.

Please send any audio to my email address. [email protected]

I have heard now that she is on restricted visitation, so I'm not sure who can visit anymore.

Any help you can give is appreciated. A big thanks to Feedjake for letting the broadcasting community know of this. It's sad news, but very important.

Steve
 
God bless Pauline and her family. I have been blessed to know her. She is a most wonderful woman. Anyone who has had the chance to be a part of her life and vice versa is equally blessed. Thanks for letting everyone in the community know.

All my best,
Media Mom
 
Jake,

if it's not too late please pass along my prayers to Polly.
I have known her since 1995 when we met in college. She has always been a beautiful person who makes me smile. She has had so much courage since she was diagnosed.

You tell her and Ryan that I send my prayers and know that I have always been (and will always be) my friend. I know there is not much that I can do now, but she is a hell of a gal and I will be sure to pass the word on.

Mark Nason
PD, WHSN 89.3 FM (polly's first station in Bangor, ME)

Jake, I will also email you another message (EDIT: Jake, aparently as a new user, I cannot PM you. please email me at [email protected] as soon as you can. Thanks).
 
One thing that her husband said to me today that really stuck with me, was that she was scared, not of her inevitable death, but the fact that she was going to die without any friends. That really sucks to hear, and it really bothers me to think about it.

I really wish that there was something that we, as broadcasters could do. I would suggest something like sending flowers, or cards, but, unfortunately flowers aren't allowed in the area of Oncology where she is, and I am afraid, unfortunately, that your cards and well-wishes won't get there in time. I would give her room telephone number, but, unfortunately, she's already at the point where it is too hard to speak.

That's another thing that bothers me. For someone who loves radio so much, God takes away the one thing that fuels her passion...unfair.
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She need not worry about a lack of friends. She's got a lot of friends that she's just never met before. I know all too well what cancer can do to a family. My wonderful wife was diagnosed with first stage breast cancer in the fall of 1999, less than 6 months after my Dad died from bone cancer in May of 1999. My Mom died of lung cancer in 2004. I've been thankful every day that my wife found the tumor and got the treatment and chemotherapy she needed. We're taking it, one day at a time.

My thoughts and prayers are with Polly and her family. God bless.

Peter Q. George (K1XRB)
Whitman, Massachusetts
 
I was saddened to read this news. We were colleagues at Vox for a number of years and she has always been friendly, a pleasure to work with, and has always had a great attitude. Always passionate about music and passionate about radio.

These things are not supposed to happen to such great people, and such young people. Pauline, you've had to fight a fight that nobody should have to endure. You are most definitely in my thoughts and prayers.

--Leif Erickson
 
I was shocked and so sorry to hear the news about Polly Robbins an Alumna of our school and one of our top students when she was here. We knew she had been ill but did not know how serious it was. Polly brought energy, humor, a bright smile and a wonderful laugh to this school. She was good on the air even as a student learning the craft and she became so much better when she got out into the real world. She is far too young to be leaving us this way and we will grieve for her here at the New England School of Communications. We have spread the word among faculty and staff. Polly and her friends and family are in our thoughts and prayers this day.
Ben Haskell - Dean, NESCom
 
I worked with Polly for a couple of years in the late 90's in Bangor. She started out writing very creative copy, and progressed to an on-air shift. She got better and better over the years and was always a blast to work with and be around. She stopped in at my current job just last summer and looked great. Very sad to hear this news. God Bless You, Polly, and Ryan as well.
 
Has anyone heard news on how Pauline is doing now? She was truly a great broadcaster and a genuinely good person. She got away from the negativity that radio drags along with it and was friendly to everyone and anyone in the radio biz. A true class act. I remember thinking of how gorgeous she looked when she dyed her hair blonde. And then when this cancer attacked, she cut all of her hair off before chemo and gave it locks of love. Just the kind of girl she was. Our thoughts and prayers with you Pauline. God Bless.
 
I have visited Pauline in the hospital recently. She is not doing well but enjoyed a brief reprieve and was able to talk and laugh for a few hours recently. I first met Pauline during the "Pauline & Company" days when she was obviously in her "element" at the oldies station. It was where she belonged. What she loved. What she brought to the table was incredible but sorely overlooked. She should still be there. It was HER Baby.
I cannot express how much I will miss her, I already do.
My first post. Think that it is great to have a format to talk about this
stuff.

Ben Dare
Dundat, USA
 
Please tell Polly we love her. She's leaving a legacy of great friendships and professionalism in a crazy business that I know she loved so much. I'm huggin' you now, Polly, even as I write this.

Love,
Nelson Jewell
92.9 WEZQ
 
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