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Kenneth Robinson Obituary
He leaves his wife of 62 years, Yvonne M. (Brunelle) Robinson, a daughter Annette C. Robinson and her close friend Brian Mura, a daughter-in-law Ethel Robinson, all of Worcester, two brothers, Albert Robinson of Cumberland, N.J. and Warren Robinson of North Port, Fla., five grandchildren, Keith Robinson, Sonya Robinson, Sarah Hoey, Adam Hoey, all of Worcester, and Leah Francis of Gloucester, three great-grandchildren, Cole, Evan and Kameron, nieces and nephews. His son Ernest J. Robinson, a Worcester firefighter, died in 1992. His brothers Everett, Lester, Raymond and William Robinson, also predeceased him.
He was born in Clinton, son of Ernest and Anna (Cox) Robinson, and lived in Worcester more than 60 years. He was a Navy veteran of World War II assigned to ships with torpedo weapon systems.
Robbie worked for the former Mass. Electric Co. for 41 years, retiring in 1987 as overhead line supervisor.
He enjoyed the great outdoors and was an avid sportsman. He liked hunting, fishing and camping. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather and a loyal friend. His most important priority was spending time with his family.
Calling hours at the Alfred Roy & Sons Funeral Home, 12 Hammond St., Worcester, are Tuesday, Oct. 14 from 5 to 8 p.m. The funeral will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 15 from the funeral home with a Mass at 10 a.m. in Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 25 Fales St., Worcester. Entombment will be at Notre Dame Cemetery. For directions and an online guestbook, please visit
www.Royfuneral.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Robinson
Maggie Laughlin
October 21, 2008
We are so saddened to hear of Kenny's passing and will miss seeing him on our lake visits. We remember his giving us a tour of the RV. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Stephen, Maggie and JL Laughlin
Dianne and Phil Raso and kids
October 15, 2008
We were so sad to hear the news. We have so many wonderful memories and will hold them dear to us forever.The Hill will never be the same.
Nancy & Pat
October 15, 2008
We were so sorry to learn of Ken's passing. We enjoyed visiting with Ken and Yvonne when they were in Florida, and camping with them in Mass. Our thoughts are with all the family.
Nancy Gardner & Pat Newton, Florida
Jim and Paula Smith
October 14, 2008
We are deeply shocked and saddened by Kenny's passing. He will always be a part of our joyful lake memories. His friendship with our family has been priceless.
Mike and Adrienne Sutton
October 14, 2008
We are so sorry to hear of Kennys passing. We always enjoyed your visits to Florida. You all are in our thoghts and prayers.
Denise Dodd (Brunelle)
October 14, 2008
Yvonne & Annette,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. It's been such a long time but you will always be remembered.
Love, Denise & family
Anna & Dante Raso
October 14, 2008
Yvonne and family,
We are sorry to hear of Kenny's passing. He was a wonderful human being. You all have great memories of him that will sustain you during your adjustment to life without him. God bless all of you.
Anna & Dante Raso
Amy Perez
October 14, 2008
Sonya, so sorry for your loss. Your entire family is in our hearts and prayers. Your grandfather was an incredible man.
Bev Burnham
October 13, 2008
Yvonne and Family,
I am saddened by the passing of Kenny. Always enjoyed being with you at Chapter 11A Rallies.
My thoughts and prayers are with all his loved ones.
jean & Frank Eppoliot
October 13, 2008
We were saddened by the passing of Kenny.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all his loved ones.
Jean & Frank Eppolito
Gerry & Nancy Ollis
October 13, 2008
Our deepest condolences on your loss.
Tim Johnson
October 13, 2008
I am truely saddened to learn of the passing of my friend Ken. He was a wonderful, likeable guy who I always enjoyed being around.
Over the years we shared many of deer, caribou and goose hunts together. These are the memories of him that I shall keep close to my heart.
Kenny was a true gentleman from the greatest generation. I will miss him..................
My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Laurie Hoey
October 13, 2008
Annette and family, Please accept our deepest sympathies in the loss of your father. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Jimmy, Laurie, Jillian and Matt
Chris & Crystal Etre
October 13, 2008
Our prayers are with you and your family.
Bud Brunelle
October 13, 2008
My deep sorrow at learning of Kenny's passing. My prayers are with his family.
Sonya Robinson
October 13, 2008
On behalf of the Robinson Family, if a donation is desired please direct them to The Worcester Fire Fighters Memorial, 34 Glennie Street, Worcester,MA 01605
www.fallen-heroes.org
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