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Zelma Robinson Obituary
LANCASTER: Zelma "Zee" Robinson 78 of Lancaster, Ohio formerly of Hilliard, Ohio passed away Wednesday, June 29, 2011 at Fairfield Medical Center.
She was a medic/physicians' assistant in the US Navy during the Korean Conflict. She was past president of Tarhe Elementary School PTO, past co-chair of the American Cancer Society Daffodil Flower Sale, American Legion Post #79 and Mother of Twins Club. Zee had a great sense of humor and wit, never met a piece of chocolate she didn't like, and devoted to her family.
She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Stan Robinson; children, Randy Robinson of LaSalle, Michigan, Pam (Greg) Blair of Elizabethton, Tennessee, Kevin (Carolyn) Robinson of Oak Grove, Minnesota, John Lykins of Virginia, Lisa (Kevin) Decot of Marysville, Ohio, Becky Russell of Marysville, Ohio, Nicky (Kevin) Holland of Pickerington, Ohio, and Claudia (Dale) Bartow of Marysville, Ohio; 27 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren; nephews and friends.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Merna Watkins, 2 brothers, Richard and Jack Greenawalt.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 2, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. in the FRANK E. SMITH FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL AND CREMATORY, 405 N. COLUMBUS ST., LANCASTER, OHIO 43130. Caring Cremation has taken place. Friends may visit from 1:00-4:00 p.m. on Saturday at the funeral home.
Memorial gifts maybe given to The Pickering House, 282 Sells Rd., Lancaster, Ohio 43130 or Maywood Mission, 1029 S. Broad St., Lancaster, Ohio 43130.
To send an online condolence, and sign the guest book, please visit www.funeralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Linda Kauffman
July 6, 2011
Stan, Nicky, Dia and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have such good memories of the girls time at Tarhe and beyond.Scouts and car pools, etc. We were out of town at the time. I will pray for Zee and your whole family.
Anne Wagonseller Bauswein
July 3, 2011
Stan and family, I am so sorry to learn of your loss. My sincere condolences.
July 1, 2011
Sincere Sympathy to the Robinson Family
Jean Tobias
Sherri Morgan
July 1, 2011
Becky and family, I am so very saddened by the passing of your mom. May the wonderful memories we hold keep her forever in our hearts. I love you all.
Joel Floyd
July 1, 2011
Stanley and family, I'm sorry to hear about your loss. Zee was a very special lady. She will be missed. May God bless you in your time of grief.
Rhonda Raasch
July 1, 2011
Stan and family, I am so sad to hear of Zee's passing. I have so many wonderful memories of her. She was my friend and confidant for many years. I know you each have your own wonderful memories of her that will live forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Judie Hennessey
July 1, 2011
Lisa, Kevin, Dani, Jake, and all of your dear your family - my prayers and love are with you. Blessings and love, Judie Hennessey
Kelly Beck
July 1, 2011
Nicky and family,
May the love of family and friends bring you peace and comfort.
Love, Kelly, John, Ally and Brock
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