Obit: Robinson, Arlo #2 (1860 - 1915)

Contact: Ann Stevens
Email: ann@wiclarkcountyhistory.org

Surnames: Robinson, Redmond, Brick, Dwyer

----Source: Neillsville Times (Neillsville, Clark Co., WI) 9/2/1915

Robinson, Orlo/Arlo (12 MAR 1860 – 23 AUG 1915)

Orlo Robinson was born in St. Lawrence County, New York, on March 12, 1860. Died at his home in Neillsville on August 23rd, aged 55 years, 5 months and 11 days. He came to Neillsville in the fall of 1866 and in 1873 went onto a farm with his parents six miles north of this city. He made his home here until in 1913 when he sold the farm and he and his wife came to Neillsville to make their home. Deceased was united in marriage to Miss Anna Redmond in 1883 and to them two daughters were born, Mrs. Chris Brick and Mrs. Robert Dwyer. He is survived by his wife and daughters and one brother, Earl Robinson of Christie.

Mr. Robinson was a man of whom everyone spoke favorably. He was genial and kind-hearted, whole-souled and charitable and he had a kindly word for everyone. He was capable and reliable in his business affairs and held the respect of everyone with whom he came in contact. His sudden demise was a matter of general regret to the entire community.

The funeral was held Friday afternoon and was conducted by the Odd Fellows, who with the Woodman, attended the funeral in a body.

Mr. and Mrs. Brick arrived here from Glendive, Montana, Thursday to attend the funeral.