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February 19, 2012

Marjorie 'Midge' F. Robinson

SUTTONS BAY — Marjorie "Midge" Florence Robinson, 86, of Suttons Bay, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2012, at Munson Hospice House. Midge was born on Oct. 9, 1925, in Hopedale, Mass., the daughter of Thomas and Lillian (Jones) Eckles.

On April 27, 1946, also in Hopedale, she married James "Robbie" W. Robinson Jr., who survives. Midge and Robbie moved to Suttons Bay from Grosse Point in 1999.

She had great faith in her church and belonged to Kirk in the Hills in Birmingham, where she was close to her Bible study group. Midge was also a member of the Leland Community United Methodist Church.

Midge loved flowers and gardening. An avid reader, she enjoyed knitting, sewing and aerobics. Midge loved the water and beaches, and liked to sail and visit with her sister in Florida. Most of all, Midge loved her grandchildren and spending time with them.

In addition to her husband, Midge is survived by her daughters, Carol Robinson, Caryn (Gary Leighton) Anderson and Connie (Jeff) Robinson-Rapp; a sister, Jean Perry; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her son, James "Jay" Robinson III; daughter, Cheryl Springstead; son-in-law, Michael Springstead; and grandson, Erich Springstead.

A private family celebration of Midge's life has been held. Burial will be at Suttons Bay Township Cemetery at a later date.

Memorials may be directed to Munson Hospice House, 1105 Sixth Street, Traverse City, MI 49684 and/or Meals on Wheels, c/o NMCAA, 3963 Three Mile Road, Traverse City, MI 49686.

Please share thoughts and memories with Midge's family on their online guestbook at www.record-eagle.com/obituaries/.

Arrangements are with the Martinson Funeral Home of Suttons Bay.

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