Mary Rose "Rosie" Robinson

Rosie was born on November 25, 1937, in Springfield, the daughter of John and Angeline (Faucon) Barlow. She married Raymond L. Robinson on June 30, 1962, in Springfield. He preceded her in death on January 28, 2005.

Rosie worked as a salesclerk at Kresge’s Department Store and K-Mart. She enjoyed bowling, going to garage sales, and bingo.

Rosie was also preceded in death by her parents; brother, John “Jack” Barlow, Sr.; and sisters, Betty Green and Doris “Sis” Snyder.

She is survived by her daughters, Robin (Warren) Stubbs, Lori Wanless, and Linda (Paul) Roth; son, Kenny (Carol) Robinson all of Springfield; 13 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; sisters, Julia Hall, and Josie (Augie) Butcher, both of Springfield; many nieces and nephews; and several cousins.

Visitation: Family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 30, 2022, at Butler Funeral Home – Springfield, 900 S. Sixth St., Springfield.

Funeral Ceremony: 11:00 a.m. on Monday, October 31, 2022, at Butler Funeral Home – Springfield with Celebrant Judy Woerner officiating. For those who wish to stream the ceremony, you may do so by clicking HERE

Burial will follow at Camp Butler National Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Rd., Springfield, IL 62702, and Memorial Home Hospice, 701 N. 1st St., Springfield, IL 62718.

Rosie’s family would like to give a special thanks to Kim Matthews, who spent the last four years caring for Rosie. Also, special thanks to Rosie’s niece, Patty Barlow, and best friend, Phyllis Green, who dropped everything to help when needed.