Robin Babb Dunlap, 60, of Cabot, Arkansas, passed away on March 13, 2025 surrounded by loved ones. She was born October 30, 1964 to Michael “Mickey” Babb and Kathyrn Babb in West Memphis, Arkansas. Robin was preceded in death by her father, Mickey Babb, and infant son, Carl Brandon Turner.
Robin was a 1984 graduate of Tuckerman High School, where she determined her freshman year that her dream job was to become a teacher. In 1992 she graduated from Arkansas State University with her Bachelor of Science in Education and went on to teach in several school districts including Jackson County and Springdale as a Special Education teacher. In 2002, she began working in the Pulaski County Special School District at Oakbrooke Elementary. In 2017 she moved to Sylvan Hills High School to become their Community Based Instruction teacher. Of all the teaching opportunities that Robin had, this was her favorite. As a mother of a special needs child, Robin had a unique perspective as a parent and educator. She knew the importance of being an advocate for all of her students. She did not place limits on their abilities and was always one of their biggest cheerleaders. Robin did such a wonderful job in her role at Sylvan Hills that she won Teacher of the Year her first year there for 2017/2018 and again for the 2023/2024 school year.
When Robin was not at school teaching and with her students, you could find her spending time with her family, working with her plants, in her garden, or cooking. Robin was a fabulous cook and there was no event that she showed up to without plenty of homecooked food and love. On any given Saturday night, you could find her at Ward Country Dance watching her beloved son, Adam, sing his heart out. Over the years, Robin adored her role as Nanny to her grandchildren, making sure to never miss a holiday, birthday party, or life event.
Robin is survived by her husband of 22 years, Darrell Dunlap; son, Adam Turner; step-children, Courtney (Tim) Higginbotham and Will (Whitney) Dunlap; grandchildren, Peyton, Aida, Pressley, Landry, and Todd; mother, Kathryn Babb; siblings, Terry (Emily) Babb and PJ (Debi) Babb; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 5th at First Baptist Church, 401 N. 1st Street, Jacksonville, AR 72076. Visitation will be at 10 AM with the memorial service to begin at 11 AM
Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com
21 Comments
The short time that I knew Mrs. Dunlap was filled with laughter. She was caring and outgoing. She will be missed. It was an honor to have known her.
I really have missed Robin and Adam in our services.God has another angle is Heaven.My heart is hurting for Adam.and family.Love you
General * Valerie Turner family.God bless
My condolences to Adam Turner, and family. Ive known Robin Nunlap for a while, and she was a faithful Christian. Ever time she came to pick up her son Adam from work, she would speak to us. She was a teacher for special children, and she was a Sunday school teacher at the 2nd Baptist Church in Jacksonville for years before they moved to Cabot. Her son Adam will miss his mother, and Pathfinder family will also miss her also. Adam told us this morning that his mother died yesterday, and clinics started to hug him, and tell him how sorry they were that he lost his mother. They were very sad that Adam was not himself today at work, because he was upset. I hope Adam has a good weekend, because he will have to go to his mothers memorial service soon. God bless the family durning this time.
Im very sorry for your loss, of Robin Durlap. She loved her family a lot. She also has a son that needs 24 hours a day help, because hes not able to see. She cared about others than herself.
When you see her come to the workshop to pick up her son from work, she spoke to everyone
she saw. She had a degree in special ed. She also teach special students with different problems. God go with the family durning this difficult time. I will also pray for the faGod bless all of you.
I I heard this afternoon that Robin Durlap had passed away. Im very sorry for your loss.
Its very hard to say goodby to your love one. God has taken Robin to live with him forever,
and she wont suffer anymore.
I am going to pray for her family for strength durning this time, and durning the memorial service
the family has to endure later this year. God Bless
My heart is broken in your loss of your love one (Robin) God is with you at this difficult time.
Adam is a strong young man. Hes hurting, but he seems to be ok. now, but later hes facing some
diffucult choices where hes going to live. My condolences to Robins family. God Bless!
I knew Robin Dunlap for a long time. She was my Sunday school teacher. She was a great teacher, and taught me a lot at the 2nd Baptist Church about God and his word. I also know her son Adam from Pathfinder inc. He is a good friend of mind.
Adams mother went to Heaven to live with her Heavenly father. Adam has a lot of changes, he going to live with his step-father when they get his stuff moved in Vilonia, arkansas.
. I KNEW ROBIN AT CHURCH SHE WAS MY SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER. SHE WAS A VERY SMART PERSON. SHE WAS A GREAT FRIEND OF MY FAMILY. ADAM IS HER SON HE
HAS A HANDICAP THAT KEEPS HIM FROM SEEING. HE IS ABLE TO SING BUT HE IN NOT ABLE TO GET AROUND VERY WELL.
HE HAS FRIENDS AT WORK AND THEY HELP HIM GET AROUND WHEN HE NEEDS IT. HIS MOTHER TOOK CARE OF HIM 24 HOURS A DAY. ROBIN IS AT PEACE NOW. SHE UP IN HEAVEN LIVING WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS.
MY CONDOLANCES TO HER FAMILY IN THEIR LOSS OF ROBIN.
Robin sure is a great friend of mine and I will miss her friendly smile and seeing her at Church.
God Bless her family during this sad time. My condolences to all of her family, God Bless
Chuck Rhoden ask me to tell the family that he is so sorry for your loss. Robin was my Sunday school teacher when I attended Second Baptist Church when I was younger. I will pray for all of
you during your this time of sadness. God Bless. My condolences to all the family at this time.
Adam Turner is my friend, and I know what he’s going though right now. God Bless him too.
Sincere Condolences, for Family & Friends, she will be missed by all. She was a wonderful Teacher, co-worker, , wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother. She loved unconditionally, ❤️ Heaven received a Angel, Fly High Sweet Friend. Sing Adam 🎶
You are now flying hi in Heaven, My boyfriend Chuck wants to say my condolences to the family of your loss of a wonderful teacher, friend, and bring a cook at the 1st Baptist Church. R.I.P
Robin
im going to miis you so mouch you veary nice to all of us you will be miss rip
Praying for the family at this difficult time
My heart is broken. Robin was so many things to so many people. For me she was one of the best co-workers I’ve had the opportunity to work with. She never ceased to amaze me the energy she had to take care of all those that depended on her. I have great memories of Robin and Adam from my time working at Oakbrooke. Robin will be missed greatly but she has left me with many fond memories. My sincerest sympathy goes out to Adam and her family. Rest in peace Robin.
My condolences to the family. I had the pleasure of working Mrs. Dunlap at Sylvan Hills High. She was a breath of fresh air and always kind to me. Rest in peace and love.
Monserrat Guevara-Padilla
Robin was one of the most kind hearted people that I have ever met. Her love for her students and her son were so warm.
What a great lady! Robin was more than just a coworker — she was a dedicated, kind-hearted individual who always brought positivity and warmth to the workplace. Her unwavering commitment to her students and her willingness to help others made a lasting impact on everyone she met. We will deeply miss her presence, but her legacy of hard work, compassion, and friendship will continue to inspire us every day.
My heartfelt condolences on the loss of Robin Dunlap. She was one of the most caring and energetic educators I have ever had the privilege of knowing. Her dedication to students with special needs was truly inspiring, and her unwavering commitment made a lasting impact on countless lives. Robin’s warm smile and positive spirit brightened every day. She was truly one of the best, and her presence will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family, friends, and all who were fortunate enough to know her.
I worked with Robin for over eight years. She was truly a special person. She was always very positive and put her kids first in each and every project they had. She was not only an educator, but my friend and I will truly miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with Adam
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