Eric Francis Robison

Eric Francis Robison obituary, Tecumseh, MI

Eric Francis Robison

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Eric Robison Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Handler Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Tecumseh Chapel on Mar. 17, 2026.
Eric Francis Robison, age 81, of Tecumseh, MI, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026 at the Hospice of Lenawee Home in Adrian, MI. He was born on April 6, 1944 in Tecumseh, MI, the son of the late Ellsworth Duane and Donelda Jane (Stone) Robison. On October 17, 1969, Eric was joined in marriage with Sharen Louise Mann and they shared 37 years together before she passed away on April 12, 2006. In addition to being self-employed as a farmer, Eric worked full time for Ford Motor Company.

Eric served in the United States Navy from 1965 to 1971. He was a proud member of the UAW as well as a faithful member of Grace United Methodist Church of Britton, MI. He loved farming and he enjoyed traveling as well as visiting with friends.

Eric is survived by his two daughters, Martie Pope of Centerville, TN, and Erika (Joseph) Cherney of Pinckney, MI; twelve grandchildren; and his sister, Karen (Douglas) Sherman of Tecumseh, MI. In addition to his parents and his wife Sharen, Eric was preceded in death by his son Cory Robison and his brother Larry Robison.

At Eric's request, cremation has taken place, with a private graveside service officiated by Pastor Willie Lass at Ridgeway Cemetery.

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