Marian Robinson, Mother of Michelle Obama, Passes Away at 86
The Obama family has announced the passing of Marian Robinson, the mother of former First Lady Michelle Obama. She died peacefully at the age of 86, surrounded by loved ones.
Robinson was remembered as a steady and influential presence in the Obama household. Known for her humility and devotion to family, she played an especially important role in helping raise her granddaughters, Malia and Sasha Obama, during their years in the White House.
Early Life and Family
Marian Lois Shields Robinson was born in 1937 on the South Side of Chicago, one of seven children in a working-class family. Her upbringing emphasized values of resilience, hard work, and integrity—principles she carried throughout her life.
She married Fraser C. Robinson III, a World War II veteran, with whom she raised two children: Michelle Obama, who became First Lady of the United States, and Craig Robinson, who pursued a career in basketball coaching and sports leadership.
Those close to her often described Robinson as practical, supportive, and deeply committed to her family.
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