Delores M. Robinett
November 01, 2019
Delores Marie Robinett, age 77, passed away Friday, November 1, 2019.
Delores was born August 4, 1942 in Valeria, Iowa to Clifford and Beulah (DeReus) Gerhart. She began her career in the insurance field, but once Delores and her husband, Ronald began their family, she became a homemaker. She adored children, and later in life opened a daycare in her home and helped to raise dozens of kids. Delores was a country girl at heart. She loved flowers, gardening, and baking and cooking from scratch. For 59 years, she enjoyed her yearly visits with Ronald to the Mississippi River to view the trees and fall foliage. Next year, they would have celebrated their 60 wedding anniversary. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
She is survived by her husband, Ronald; daughters, Dana Robinett and Kimberly (Stephen) Truesdale; grandchildren, Heather (Jason), Justin, and Courtney; great-grandchildren, Leahgwen and Bryn; brother, Ken; many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Delores was preceded in death by her son, Brian Robinett; parents, Clifford and Beulah Gerhart; and her siblings, Charles, Jim and Helen.
Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m., followed by funeral services at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at Hamilton’s Altoona Funeral Home, 105 4th Street SW, Altoona. Burial will follow at McKeever Cemetery in Colfax.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Jean Maxwell-Reece
11/07/2019
My condolences to loved ones. Enjoyed spending my younger life with your family as Kenny was my brother in law. Much love and prayers for all of you.
Vernon and Esther Bane
11/07/2019
We are so sorry for your loss. We remember Delores as a good friend and neighbor from our days in Mitchellville. You have our prayers and sympathy.
Peggi
11/05/2019
Dear Dana, I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved mother. You and Courtney and your dad are in my thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you in this difficult time. Hold tight to your precious memories. R.I.P. Delores. Love n and Hugs.
Sheila ebbing
11/04/2019
Dana and Courtney I am so sorry to hear about your mother/grandma prayers and thoughts for you both and family I love you both
Sandra
11/03/2019
Such a Beautiful Soul with Beautiful Family.
Very Saddened for Her Family's loss.
Heavens Gain.
May Father hold Her Loving Family very close.
Mark Lerner and Buddy Smithhart
11/02/2019
We are sorry for loss. She was a special lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.