George French Robinson 1902-1908

ROBINSON

Posted By: Volunteer - Rich Lowe
Date: 7/14/2014 at 07:38:27

George French Robinson.

George French Robinson, the subject of this memoir, was born in Bentonsport, Iowa, Oct. 23, 1902, being the second child born into the home of Harry M. and Bertha Robinson. He came as a little ray of sunshine, bringing joy and gladness into the hearts and lives of his parents and relatives and has ever since been a source of cheer to them. From babyhood, he grew into a sturdy childhood possessing all of the characteristics of a natural boy yet withal being so winsome and lovable that all who came into contact with him, fell under the magic of his sway and learned to love him.

On September 3,at the home in Stockport, Iowa, he was stricken down with that dread disease, typhoid fever, and during the following days suffered as only a little child can suffer until the Death Angel came and mercifully released the tired little spirit. Everything that loving hands could do or loving thoughts suggest, was done to save the precious little life but the all wise Father desired otherwise and so, early Tuesday morning just as the eastern son was flooding the earth with light and awaking it to a busy activity, the worried little heart ceased beating and French was at rest.

He was at the time of his death, 5? years, 10 months and 22 days of age.

There remain today sorrowing for the loss that has come to them, the father, mother, one brother, the grand parents, many other near relatives and a host of friends including the circle of little associates in Stockport. He will be greatly missed in the home, in the school room, in the Sunday school and everywhere wherever he was accustomed to go, and many will be watching in vain for the pleasant little smile with which he always greeted them.

The body was taken to Fort Madison for burial Tuesday evening. As the time drew near for the train to reach Stockport, business was suspended, all of the business houses closing till after the funeral party had left. Gathered at the depot was a large concourse of sympathizing friends, who, as the train pulled out, tenderly and feeling really sang, "God be with you till we meet again." Another very touching little scene occurred at the station on the little school children with whom he had been associated marched across the platform and lovingly covered his casket with flowers.

Funeral services were held at the home of his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. George Gaston in Ft. Madison, Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. Amick having charge of the services, preaching from the text found in ??? 3:32. The floral offerings were many and beautiful.

[Note: Year not given but position in scrapbook suggests 1908]

Source: Entler Scrapbook Collection, vol 5, Iowa Historical Library, Iowa City, IA