Michael Robison

Well, it has been 8 years. Seems like just yesterday. It has been harder than you know. Time DOES NOT take anything away. They lie about that. They SAY time heals but it does not, it only prolongs everything through memories. You will be doing something, then all of a sudden a "flashback", thinking, "Wow, I remember when, " We did this back in 2001, or WE did this back in, whatever year"????." It SEEMS endless. The histories." I hope others have good memories, too. I miss you everyday. The kids seem to be doing okay. Cricket is still a mess. Mike, Jr did 20 years in the Army, retired. He and Katie got divorced, He's got a new wife and a baby, born in about 2016 I guess. He's a cutie, looks a lot like Mikie did at that age. He's his mini-me, a lot like Hunter was. Hunter is A mess. Smart as a whip. Really looks like his dad wearing those glasses!

Sami has a baby boy, but you probably already know all this from where you are, but I just wanted to tell you anyway. I get comfort writing it to you somehow. I know you see what's going on from where you are . Glad to know you're watching over us all. I know you are around us all the time. Have a Merry Christmas. We miss you. Oh, Jesi got a full scholarship to OSU, Miranda is working at a printshop like I was when we met.(Now if she goes to work for an attorney, she'll be full circle. William is of course, still in school. He's an avid, progressive, but accomplished hunter, always gets his quota each season. MaryLynn is doing great in H.S, has a boyfriend. She's very pretty as all the girls are! They have my gene's for academic progress and hunting and fishing just like me. I know you hated that but let me go even IF you wouldn't participate. You did go fishing, but you wouldn't eat anything "wild caught", "gamey", you'd say. However, you would cook it for us. You'd make deer chili, and cook the steaks and "ham". You absolutely HATED the fact when I brought down that wild boor in Arkansas up by Westville, Ok. BUT you did have Perry's Meat Market butcher it and we gave more than half away to your parents, Cheryl's family, your dad's family since Cindy & Joey were still at home, plus, your Uncle Sonny's family with him and Joanne having custody of their grandkids. You'd let me go on this fishing trips with my adopted dad, Truman and Mikie, Jr. and I stayed up that night cleaning those 40 plus Striper, catfish, perch, and two kinds of bass until 3 a.m. I loved those trips fishing. Truman passed Dec. 6, 2016. I guess you two guys are up there telling "Raven and kid stories" now. Hope you guys are whooping it up over a couple of Budweiser's maybe you"re finally learning how to fish with "dad", maybe hunt some, too.

Well, that's about all, hope you're enjoying your self up there. Talk to you again, soon, I hope, if you can, please send me some healing for my stupid neck and back, it's horrible bad these days. Take care, love you always.

Lit a candle in memory of Michael Robison

Mike, I am extremely sad. I have a great depression that weighs me down to the point of not being able to leave the bedroom, let alone the house. I have been diagnosed as an agoraphobic. I miss you very much. BUT I AM doing as you asked, I am trying to not wither away.

There are days I SEE you sitting in your chair, it got so bad I have filled the seat with stuff so I don't see you there. I see you in the kitchen, down the hall, EVERYWHERE, but I know you are watching over me. I never knew a heart could hurt so badly in my chest! They told me it be would get better, that grief will subside......I want to know WHEN....I have been a part of you so long I understand your mom staying by herself. You have been gone almost 5 and a half years, but it seems like just yesterday, and as I sit here my chest is hurting so badly it is as if I have a rock, a very big rock on my chest so I can not breathe! I hope you and your dad are watching the games and you have Baby, Bear and Shadow there with your two sisters. I will see you again. I miss you, but as long as I still see you I KNOW you are watching over me. I love and miss you. Be happy, I know you saw the angels and your dad that last day so I am not worried about your soul any longer...you found your peace. I love you.

Golf in memory of Michael Robison

The KC Royals are going to the 2015 Series. But you probably already know that.

Mike,

I know you are watching over me daily, taking me under your wings now, as once you did taking me under your arms. I miss you everyday, although some would say that is not true. In my quiet times I find myself remembering something special you did on an ordinary day. I have tried to do as you asked and not wither away, and I know you were a DNR, but working in a hospital all those years my instinct kicked in, I hope I did not make you hurt more by making you stay an extra 2 weeks. I never knew grief could nearly kill you, but now I know it can. I was so angry with those hospice pople who stopped me from recuscitating you just one more time. I think you know beyond any shadow of a doubt that I loved you fiercly, you came into my life, accepted me, my children enough to help me get rid of the worse mistake of my life, (although i would not have had those children for you, so the mistake i reckon is a forgiveable one)then helped make way for you to adopt the children. That act alone showed me you were a keeper through all the threats and being dragged down, YOU, MY DARLING, gave me courage where sometimes I faltered, to stick with the task at hand to build a family. So I hope you are sitting on a big cloud kicked back in your recliner, drinking a cold one watching ESPN, and WWR. I will talk to you again later. Remember, you will l see me again someday.

Hey sweetheart, its been a little while. I am still dealing with insurances, Social Security, Fidelity, I keep thinking WHAT would Mike do. I have now got your demeanor, the impatience. I wish people would do what they say they will do and do it WHEN they say it will be done. Your work really messed me up with some of their actions, but hopefully you are looking out for me from Heaven, I miss you.

I didn't compose this, but after reading it felt vary touched bt it. You were loved by many, and left so many joyous memories, you will be greatly missed. I'm Free Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free; I'm following the path God laid for me. I took His hand when I heard Him call; I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day, to laugh, to love, to work or play. Tasks left undone must stay that way; I found that peace at the close of the day. If my parting has left a void, then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, oh yes, these things I too, will miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow; I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow. My life's been full, I've savored much; good friends, good times, a loved one's touch. Perhaps my time seemed all too brief; don't lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up your heart and share with me; God wanted me now, He set me free.

Pappa you are missed so much. Everyone says your a man of few words which i agree but when i was around you, you just wouldn't shut up lol. i miss that. You and i could sit for hours on end and talk about everything ; life, baseball, football (GO COWBOYS) your probably giving me that evil look from heaven now, wrestling (UMM JOHN CENA!). I know you are in a better place and are no longer hurting. GEE do i miss our drillers games. i still have all my statues, hats, and brochures. I'm never getting rid of them either because they remind me of the best grandfather ever (YOU) i turn 17 tomorrow. pappa im growing up real fast and through my life your advice has helped me to understand many things. i know i was difficult sometimes but i still loved you with all my heart and always will. your such a goof ball. watch after me for the rest of my life and hold me in your arms pappa. Rest in Peace My world.

I am sorry to hear of your loss, I had no IDEA when I called the other day that Mike was ill. Then you told me of his battle for the last 7 months. May you and the rest of the family know he's at peace and being held in the arms of the Master.

Dear Lola, I only met Mike briefly, when he came into our office, however, he was so nice to talk with and it was obvious how much he loved you. I know you are hurting so much right now and I'm hurting for you as I think about what you've been going through. I'm praying that God wraps His loving arms around you to carry you through each day. Words cannot express how you feel in your heart, but God knows everything and wants you to lean on Him right now. Be comforted in knowing that Mike is with Jesus now, and has no more pain. If you need to talk or if I can help you in any way, please call me. I will continue to lift you up in my prayers. Fondly, Sara

I am so sorry for your loss, your marriage gave me hope, since so many people divorce within the first 7 years. You guys were role models and you will be sad for awhile,Lola,but Mike did his job here on Earth now he's got a new one in Heaven. Peace be with the family at this time.

I've known Raven(Lola) for a abt 15 years we met at a design show for jewelery making . I can remember her sittng behind her booth calling and talking to Mike. I always thought she had to be extremely devoted to talk to him so much, I asked one day and she said she would call him 6-7 times a day!My heart goes out to the Robison family I hope you heal soon and can know God knew him before he was formed in his mothers womb and he is one of God's crowning acheivements. Peace be with you all. Raven, dear, I am so so very sorry you had to endure this, if you need give me a call, collect if you need to. Peace and love to you.

Mike was my father-in-law. I was able to get to know him over the years. One thing about him is that he was a man of few words. The last time that Hunter and I drove to Oklahoma to visit Mike and Lola (while my husband Mike was in Iraq), I had a neat opportunity to spend some one on one time with him. I drove him to the hospital to visit Grandma Billy, and on the way there and back, he talked more to me than all of our previous visits combined! I felt so special that I was finally able to get a glimpse into his life and feelings. He really loved Hunter, and they would sit and watch movies together a lot. He will be so missed, and I am praying for Lola and his family to have the strength to get through this rough time.

Robison Family I am so sorry to hear of your loss, I am one of Raven's (Lola)powwow friends when she sent the email saying she'd be offline we knew something was up. I never met Mike but she would call him on her cellphone to let him know she'd got to the site okay and to let him know she was on her way home. Then he'd call to wake her up to get her day started, from my perspective they had a unique and supportive,loving relationship. She would tell us of the wonderful meals he'd cook for them. Be assured he's at peace now maybe you all can find peace once again as time passes.

We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Raven's (Lola) husband, she would come to Renfaire and every time would say "I wish Mike could get into doing this if he tried it he might enjoy it", but she came and we all looked out for her. For us to know she is now without the one who gave her the sparkle to her we are deeply, deeply saddened for her. May your grief lessen I know now is too soon but with time there comes acceptance, then a type of peace. Raven when you read this we hope buckets of happiness over the next year. You and the family deserve to have that.

I really don't know how to use a computer so my grandson is doing this for me, I know how much you and Raven(Lola) meant to one another, she has been a wreck. You passing was very untimely, and you were a man of few words. May your family fnd peace in the knowledge that you are in the Master's Hand. As for the family I sincerely hope your grief lessens with each passing day and may the Lord be with and guide you.

I've only known Raven(Lola) for about ten years we met at a powwow. She was always talking about how god you were to her children, how you adopted them when you didn't have to but WANTED to, and told me how you were the proudest grandpa alive. I saw her in Reasor's and she was in tears, I am so sorry for the family's loss but anyone Raven(Lola) thinks highly of must be wonderful and pure of heart.

Dear Robison family, We are deeply sorry for your loss and grieve with you. We pray that God will be a source of comfort for you during this difficult time. Sincerely with love, Tobias & Elizabeth Moum

I am so sorry for the loss of you Lola(Raven) has been my best frend for years, and she loved you. She will miss you greatly you were her world. She called you about every little thing and you always answered. YOU WERE A HANDS ON HUSBAND AND THAT IS RARE. I WILL MISS YOU. and I GRIEVE FOR MY FRIEND'S LOSS!!

Psalm 23. May the Lord in His infinite Love and kindness lift you and comfort you during this time. God Bless and keep you as He will never leave us nor forsake us as He is our shelter in the storm. Mike is resting safe in his arms. Love, b

My heart goes out to the family to an amazing man who did so much more than he had to do the world is a very different place without you .May you rest in peace .

Mike, You will be missed. Your laugh and sense of humor was so genuine. I still have the memories of sharing time together at Driller games and talking about the St Louis Cardinals with you. You were my favorite guy to "talk sports with" here at work. Philippians 1:21 "For to me, to live is Christ and to die is to gain"

I never knew you, but Micheale thinks very highly of you and that says alot. I can say for certain you are missed sir. May you have a good rest.

Mike was a great guy! We became good friends in the time he spent at our company. He had all kinds of memorabilia in his office, and had a story behind each piece. I was so upset to hear such a tragedy. My prayers go out to his wife, children, and grandchildren, and of course to the rest of his family and his friends.

To Cheryl and her family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this hour of need. We share your grief and also celebration of the life of Mike. Please call or come over any time. Love, Beth and sisters Kay, Judy, Gayle and niece Karen. Beth Schallo