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Gene Robinson Obituary
Gene Kirkpatrick Robinson died on October 12, 2005 at her home in Dallas, TX. She was born March 22, 1940 to Randolph and Christine Kirkpatrick and spent her early years in Denton, TX. She graduated from Denton High School in 1958 and was awarded a degree in Home Economics from Texas Women's University in 1962.
Following a year teaching in the Hobbs, New Mexico junior high, she married David B. Robinson, a Naval Academy graduate and high school "sweetheart". For the next 35 years she accompanied her husband to numerous and far-flung duty stations, including Washington, DC, Guam, San Diego, Norfolk, Charleston, Monterey and Mayport. They recently moved to Dallas after several years in Alexandria, VA.
During this time she was recognized for her innumerable and meaningful contributions to the naval establishment and personnel and was often cited as a model "Navy Wife".
She is survived by her husband; two sons, Kirk and wife Kirsten and David and wife Alexandra; five grandchildren, Justin, Clara, Shea, Brooks and Elliot; a sister, Carolyn Hornbuckle; and a brother, Jim Kirkpatrick.
Graveside services will be held at 9:00 A.M, Thursday, October 27, 2005 at the Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation in lieu of flowers, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, Texas 76265-0309.
DeBerry Funeral Directors, Denton, Texas (940-383-4200) are in charge of arrangements.
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Ann Wells Sandford
October 27, 2005
David,
So sorry to hear of the passing of Gene. I have many fond memories of our growing up in Denton and attending TWU together. She was a true Southern Lady. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Betty and Bill Peerenboom
October 23, 2005
Dave,
We extend our sincerest sympathy to you and the boys at Gene's loss. She was a wonderful lady. You are in our prayers.
Betty and Bill Peerenboom
Ken Haynes
October 22, 2005
Dear Admiral Robinson,
Peggy joins with me in extending our sympathies and sincerest condolences on the passing of your lovely bride. Texas lady and Navy wife - a very special combination.
Ken and Peggy Haynes
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