Vernon Robinson

Published 10:04 am Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Vernon Robinson

December 28, 1931 – February 10, 2024

Vernon W. Robinson passed away peacefully in Las Vegas, Nevada on February 10, 2024. He was born in Marlette, Michigan to Bert and Vera Robinson in 1931. He graduated from Detroit College of Law in 1957. From 1958-1960 he was a 1st Lt. Judge Advocate General in the Air Force. In 1961 he moved to Bend, Oregon where he practiced law until 1985. He married Ruth Ann White (Terlisner) in 1962. Ruth Ann had three daughters. Together they had one child, Rebecca. Vern was a longtime member of the Bend Masonic Lodge and the Shrine Club. He enjoyed fishing, bird hunting and reading. He is survived by his daughter Rebecca (and Don Franke) of Las Vegas; daughter Linda (and Larry Blanton of Prineville, OR); and daughter Connie (and Marshall Johnson of Eugene, OR); sister, Joann Milsark (Summit, NJ); nine grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his profoundly beloved wife of 41 years, Ruth Ann; eldest daughter and son-in law, Ron and Vicki McNutt and second wife of 11 years, Barbara Mahnkey