Antoinette McClain-Robinson

Antoinette McClain-Robinson, 57, was a beloved wife, mother, sister and teacher. She passed away to be with the Lord, Friday, May 27th 2016 with her beloved family by her side. Antoinette was born and raised in Worcester, one of eighteen children. Antoinette is survived by her husband of 26 years, Johnny Robinson; eight children, James and Zina Collins, Matthias Robinson, Isaiah, Luke, Quazay, Devon, and Raishawn McClain-Robinson; her mother, Lorener (Toney) McClain; Brothers, Walter Jr., Dwayne, Dwyatt, Jermaine, Diago, Fuquan, Robert, Shaquelle and Chad McClain, Damien Goodney; Sisters, Angela 'Angel' McClain, Sheree Holmes, Star Fields, Tammy and Little Angel McClain, 22 grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. She was predeceased by her father Walter J. McClain Sr., sister Wanda McClain and brother Sean McClain. Antoinette graduated from North High School where she was captain of the Basketball team and honored an All-City and All American player. Antoinette worked at Central Mass Healthcare for over ten years. After leaving CMHC Antoinette went back to school to continue her education. Antoinette received her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Worcester State University and a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Assumption College. Antoinette was an AVID/English teacher, for the last eleven years at Burncoat High School. She was loved and respected by her coworkers and her students. Her students were inspired to learn because of her dedication, availability to help, and her 'never give up' attitude. She was a mentor and a second mother to many. Many students have told her that "if it wasn't for you I'd never have made it", but Antoinette was humble and never took credit for God's work. Antoinette was an active member of John Street Baptist Church where she was a deaconess and assisted with the Junior Choir. Antoinette and her husband Johnny opened their home and their hearts as foster parents to hundreds of children over the years. They were honored as Foster Parents of the Year by the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families. Antoinette loved God, her family, and her dog, Oreo. She was a wonderful person and she will be missed by all.

The Burncoat family will always love and remember Mrs. Antoinette McClain-Robinson.