Gerald J. Robinson

Madison - Gerald J. Robinson (Jerry), age 75, passed away on Monday, December 28, 2015 at UW Hospital in Madison. He was born on August 29, 1940 to William and Gertrude (Rusk) Robinson in Milwaukee. Gerald is survived by his two daughters Colleen and Valerie, his granddaughter Salacia, his brother Bill and his sister Gail. Jerry was the ultimate "people person." He was a teacher, a salesman, a general manager, nursing home ombudsman, and one of the best people most of his friends have ever known. He emphasized the enjoyment of life and approaching things with wonder. Jerry enjoyed fishing for muskie, traveling - especially with his daughters in Europe and northern Wisconsin, being with family and being outdoors. Architecture, natural landscapes and water fascinated him. He was an extremely dedicated father, who treasured his daughters and granddaughter more than anything else in this world. They are at peace with the gift of a complete and loving relationship with him. In his last ten years, he fought Alzheimer's disease and slowly began to lose parts of himself that we typically consider essential. To the very end, this disease did not take away Jerry's ability to give...[more]

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others. He shared smiles that brightened the room every single day of his life. He is greatly missed, by old and new friends alike. A memorial service and celebration of Jerry's life will be held in spring or early summer in Madison, WI. To stay updated, stay tuned at this website or please email asmile4jerry@gmail.com with your name, contact info and how you know Jerry. In lieu of flowers at this time, details about where to send flowers for the celebration later this year will be added to this website as soon as they are known. Alternatively, memorials may be sent now to Jerry's daughter Colleen, or later when details are known.The family will offer them toward a cause close to Jerry's heart, which will be announced at the celebration. If you would like to send a memorial now, please email for details: asmile4jerry@gmail.com. Finally, the family will need help with this celebration when the time comes. If you live in or near Madison and would like to help with food, music, set up or clean up, also let Colleen know via the email above. Thank you! Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 3610 Speedway Road Madison 608-238-3434