Ronald Steigler Robinson

After a full and wonderful life, Ronald Steigler Robinson departed to his eternal home February 11, 2015 joining his parents, youngest sister Jan, and beloved grandson Henry. Ron was surrounded in love by Carolyn, his wife of more than 56 years, and his three children.

Ron was born June 11, 1935 in Hot Springs, the first of four children born to Henry and Virginia Steigler Robinson. He attended the University of Texas in Austin where he met the love of his life, Carolyn Howell. Ron was a loving husband to Carolyn, proud father of Jeffrey, Adrienne Ann, and Paige Marie, and doting grandfather to seven grandchildren.

Ron’s career was real estate and he enjoyed many interests including art, hunting, fishing, and raising cattle. He never met a stranger. His genuine interest in those he met was sincere and created special bonds of trust and camaraderie.

Above all things, Ron gave honor to the Lord Jesus Christ. He was an active member of First United Methodist Church in El Dorado where he served as Sunday school teacher, lay leader, and lay preacher. His faith was strong and unwavering. He understood he was blessed to be a blessing and attributed his successes to God, living in faithful service and witness for Jesus Christ.

He is survived by his wife Carolyn, three children, and their spouses; Jeffrey and Katie Robinson, Adrienne Ann and Dick Ilseman, and Paige Marie and DJ Davis. He is also survived by six grandchildren who loved their “Pop Pop” very much; Carolyn Reeves Robinson, Emma Rose and Susannah Ilseman, and Sydney, Robert, and Sophie Davis. He is also survived by his brother Ray, sister Judy, and numerous cousins, nephews, and nieces.

Ron will be remembered as a loving husband, father, uncle, grandfather, friend, and inspiration to all who knew him. He set an example through his integrity, loyalty, courage, humor, honesty, and faith. Next to his name in his high school yearbook is written, “If it be a gentleman and scholar that you seek, you have found him.” Indeed.

A memorial service to celebrate Ron’s life will be held at First United Methodist Church, 201 South Hill Avenue, El Dorado, Arkansas 71730 on Monday, February 16, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. with visitation immediately following. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Young’s Funeral Directors.

The family is grateful for the compassionate support from friends and loved ones. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ron’s memory to First United Methodist Church of El Dorado.