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Ronald Robinson Obituary

Ronald H. Robinson Sr.
Ronald H. Robinson Sr. age 76, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 31, 2026.
Survived by his wife of 53 years, Linda Robinson; son, Ronald (Brenda Harris) Robinson Jr.; grandchildren, Krystal (Wes) Calderon, and Melissa (Nick) Hicks; great grandchildren, Jose, Madelyn, Emiliano Calderon, Chase Miranda, Nicholas, and Avery Hicks; step sister-in-law, Rene (Bruce) Albers. Numerous, nieces and nephews also survive.
Preceded in death by his son, Raymond Robinson; parents, Harry Robinson and Helen Wise; sister, Diana Clausen.
Ron was born in Canton, IL and raised in Crest Hill. He graduated from Lockport West High School. Ron worked for the City of Joliet and retired after 34 years. He was an avid fisher man and loved to hunt. If Ron wasn't outdoors fishing or hunting, you would find him in his garage tinkering. Though Ron is no longer with us, the love he shared and the memories he created will forever live on in the hearts of his family and friends. He may have departed from this world, but his spirit will continue to guide and inspire all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Funeral services for Ron will be held on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at 11:00 am at Farkas Funeral Home, 3201 W. Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL. Visitation will be held from 9:00 am until time of services. Interment will follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery, Joliet. Per his wishes, please dress causal and no flowers. In lieu of flowers., donations made to Lightways Hospice would be appreciated. www.lightways.org/donate.
For more information, please call 815-725-0100 or visit www.farkasfuneralhome.com

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Published by Herald-News on Feb. 3, 2026.

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Dave Corcoran

February 3, 2026

Linda and Ron Jr. So sorry to hear about Ron, Always remember working with Ron. RIP Ron.

Terry & Pat Peeples

February 3, 2026

Keeping Linda and Ron Jr in prayers. Wish we could be there.

Joan Bisping

February 2, 2026

Linda & family. So sorry for your loss.
Donald always enjoyed talking to Ron at our high school get together. May your memories help comfort you in the coming days. Joan (Terlep ) & Donald Bisping

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