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Wendell Eugene Robinson

Wendell  Eugene Robinson

Mar. 12, 1941 - Mar. 6, 2023

Date of Service: Mar. 18, 2023

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MILNER – Wendell Eugene Robinson of Milner, Idaho, passed away peacefully at St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center in Boise, Idaho, with his loving family by his side, on March 6, 2023.

He was born in Kensington, Kansas, March 12, 1941, to Clarence Cecil and Merle Foster Robinson and moved to Twin Falls, Idaho, shortly thereafter. At that time, the family became faithful members of Bethel Temple Apostolic Church. His unwavering faith helped him to be the best person the Lord expected him to be.

In 1961 he married Priscilla Roberts who preceded him in death in 1968. He married Carol Warr on March 5, 1972. Prior to his life with Carol, Wendell served proudly as a United States Marine and later in the Army National Guard for many years.

Dad enjoyed spending time with his children and encouraged them to live life to their greatest potential. He was proud of his six children and made sure people knew it.

Throughout his life, Dad enjoyed music and had a voracious appetite for reading (and food). As he grew older, he was able to dedicate more time to his wife, children, and animals. Dad loved the farm life and would spend time working outdoors and tending to his animals and pets. He was a social butterfly and a member of the local American Legion and Lions Club.

Wendell is survived by his beautiful bride, Carol, of 51 years; his children, Jennifer (Darrell) McFarland, Wendell II (Shantala) Robinson, Amy Robinson (Larry Matthews), John Robinson (Joshua Coltrain), Julie (Aaron) Christiansen, and Andrew (Nikki) Robinson; 20 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and his in-laws, Edward (Ann) Warr, Cherie (Ken) Warr, and Paul (Charlene) Warr.

In addition to his first wife, Priscilla, he was preceded in death by his parents; his three siblings; and his in-laws, Farnum and Irene Warr.

The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 18, at Bethel Temple Apostolic Church, located at 929 Hankins Road, in Twin Falls. Interment will follow at Pella Cemetery at 400 South 361 West, of Burley.

Family and friends will be received from 5 until 7 p.m. Friday, March 17, at Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home, 1350 E. 16th St., in Burley.

Per Dad’s request, memorials may be made to Canyon Mennonite Church Youth Group or Bethel Temple Church Youth Group.

Semper Fi

Condolences for Wendell Eugene Robinson

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From Glenn Warr:
Condolences on your loss Carol. Know that the Lord has you and your family safely in the palm of his hand. Love and prayers.
From Jean and Garth Freymiller :
Carol- So sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved husband! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!
From Susan Bailey:
Happy Trails Wendell….
From Janette Turner :
Carol, so sorry for your loss. You are such a special person and I appreciate your friendship. My prayers are with you.
From Jed Kloer:
I slept under his roof and ate at his table too many times to count. A testament to the Robinson’s family, and especially Wendell and Carol.
Love you all, I will miss his uniqueness and kindness ,
From Dixie O'DELL:
Carol I'm so sorry for your loss. I loved see you and Wendell around town. Everyone could see how much you both adored each other. Having you both at my wedding was a blessing I will always cherish. We love you. And pray for you and your family.
From Dawn (Carl) Spurgeon :
Carol and all my childhood life long friends. I am so sorry to hear of Wendell's passing. You all made a life long impact in my life. One memory I have never forgotten... I was over for a sleepover and the kids asked if I had ever tried C-rations. Of course I hadn't even heard of them before. So I tried them and I hated them, but I was polite and choked them down. Never ate another C-rations again. Once I joined the Army, I was sure thankful that the C-rations had been upgraded to MRE's and tasted better. But eating MRE's often brought back that fond memory. Wendell will be missed, our sincere condolences to the whole family. "Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in the world . But, the Marines don't have that problem. - Ronald Reagan. Fair winds and following seas...
From CleAnn Knopp (Patient at Dr. Blauer's office):
Carol, my heart goes out to you and your family. You have always been so kind
to me and to Richard before his passing. May the good Lord bless and sustain you at this
time.
From Trena Tegan, Troy Anderson, Challen Anderson:
My dearest Carol, I am so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
From Kim & Russ Terry:
Carol, we are so very sorry for your loss, you and your family are in our prayers.
From Robert Beck:
Dear Carol & family so sorry to hear of Wendell’s passing. He was such a good man and he loved to talk to anyone. He was so proud of his family. Thoughts and prayers are with you. My you feel your Heavingly Father’s love for you at this time.
From Neal and Kay Hansen:
So sorry to hear of your loss Carol and your Family. Our Sympathy, Love and Prayers go out to all of you.
Neal and Kay Hansen
From Bart & Sharon Bowers:
Dear Carol and family our hearts and prayers are with you.
From Sammy Warren:
Carol and all the kids, I am so sorry for your loss. Sending you all love and prayers. Sammy
From Jon and Gea Warr:
Robinson Family - Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of loss. Your father was a great man with a great sense of humor. I’ll always remember his wry smile when cracking a joke and the burlap covered mason jar of coffee (the original cold brew) he’d carry out with him to the tractor in the morning. I trust he is with God in heaven having a good ol’ time.
From Gary and Glena Turner:
o sorry to hear this Carol. Prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
From Mona Dudley:
I always looked forward to seeing Wendell when I worked at Burley Public Library. He was always having me look something up for him about various subjects and print out the information. He was a gentle soul and he will be missed. Rest in peace, my friend.
From Derrahl & Faye Holmes:
So very sorry, we thought alot of Wendell. Always so friendly and kind. We considered him a very good friend. Our condolences to you Carol and Wendell 11, and the rest of your family.
From Jolene and Ed:
He was a great Uncle. Fond memories of him taking all 4 Palmer kids to the Snake River Canyon and setting off fireworks, teaching us how to milk cows, getting squirted in the mouth with mild from the cows... He has a wonderful sense of humor. He is now in his heavenly home catching up with the rest of his family, RIP Uncle Wendell.
From Susan Anderson:
We are so sorry for your loss. Scott and I will be praying for your family. We love you!
From Crystal (Rucker) Tracy:
My deepest sympathy to the Robinson Family. I love John and was acquainted with a few other siblings. Their humor was unmatched, always a joy to be around them. They were undoubtedly raised in an amazing home.
From Trish Hurst:
I am sooo sorry for this loss to Carol and the family. I’ve known Wendell and Carol for a long time, and he was one of the really good ones!!! Love to you, Carol. My heart hurts for you
From Jo Anne Frederiksen:
Carol, Andrew, and the rest of your family. I am so sorry that You have lost such an important part of your family. Wendell was a joy to be acquainted with. I hope your memories if him will bring you confort
From Jo Anne Frederiksen:
Carol, Andrew, and the rest of your family. I am so sorry that You have lost such an important part of your family. Wendell was a joy to be acquainted with. I hope your memories if him will bring you confort
From Bill & Carol Shockey:
It wasn't long ago we had lunch with you at the senior center. Our condolences to you Carol and your family.
From Timothy Robinson :
Uncle Wendell was a great man! I got to live with him & family for about a year in 1976. He always loved to joke around. Kinda like Jerry Lewis. He also was a great teacher and mentor. I had a great time that year. I wish I could have gotten to see him before he passed away. I did speak with him about couple of weeks before he passed. R. I.P. Uncle Wendell
From Pat McMahon:
So sorry for the loss of Wendell to Carol & family. He was a wonderful person & always a proud Marine
From Al and Kathy Barrus:
Wendell was a good friend and will be missed. Our love and prayers go out to Carol and the family.
From Heidi Garff Lyman:
Wendell, I am so sorry for your loss, thinking of you all at this time.
From Susan Bailey:
Happy Trails Wendell…..
From Dana Fife - Cameron :
We were lucky to know Wendell and call him a true friend
We will miss him - our condolences Carol
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From John E. Robinson :
I love you Dad! Thank you for being my Dad!

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