Clarence Leon Robinson, 94, passed away June 1, 2014. He was born July 14, 1919 in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada to Leigh W. and Lavina C. Hardman Robinson. He was raised in Magna and attended Cyprus High School. He married Genevieve Johnson Nov. 30, 1940 in Heber City. Later solemnized in the Jordan River Temple. She passed away Oct. 27, 1986. He married Afton Holladay on June 24, 1988 in the Jordan River Temple. She preceded him in death. He served in the US Navy during WWII.
He is survived by his five children: Shirley (LeGrande) Wiley, Ronald (Bonny) Robinson, Leon (Arlene) Robinson, Clair (Michael) Lewis, and Dawnie (Jesse) McPherron; 15 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; 23 great-great-grandchildren; siblings: Marie, Elva, Donald, Dean, and Allen. Preceded in death by his parents, and brothers, Burt and Earl.
The family wishes to thank the staff at Our House and a special thanks to Mary Kay and all the staff at Acess Hospice.
Funeral service will be held Monday, June 9, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. in the Larkin Sunset Gardens Mortuary Chapel, 1950 E. Dimple Dell Rd (10600 So) where visitations will be held Sunday 6:00-8:00 p.m. and Monday one hour prior to the service. Interment Larkin Sunset Gardens. Online condolences: www.larkincares.com
