Lawrence Robinson
November 3, 1942 ~ April 25, 2024
Lawrence Derwin Robinson age 81 of New Hampton died Thursday, April 25, 2024 at MercyOne Medical Center in Des Moines surrounded by his family.
Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 3, 2024 at Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home & Crematory in New Hampton with Rev. Peter Faugstad presiding. Interment will follow at New Hampton City Cemetery with Dylan Robinson, Ty Robinson, Garret Robinson, Lane Robinson, Rowan Heying, Rory Heying, Finlay Heying and Declan Heying serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Vayda Robinson, Abby Robinson, Randy Wedo, Nick Wedo, Stephanie Schares, Katelyn Hertrampf, Chase Wedo, Chance Wedo and Elaynna McQuerrey.
Friends may greet the family from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home and Crematory in New Hampton. Visitation continues an hour prior to the service on Friday at the funeral home.
Derwin’s journey through life was marked by a deep commitment to service, instilled in him from his earliest days. He attended New Hampton High School, where his vibrant spirit found expression in many activities. Derwin excelled both academically and athletically. He passionately participated in football, basketball, and baseball, showcasing his athleticism and sportsmanship on the field. His artistic talents shone through in his involvement in the school’s choir and band, where he mastered the cornet.
In 1966, Derwin answered the call of duty, bravely serving his country in the United States Army until 1968. His time in the military left a mark on his heart, shaping his values and influencing his life’s path. Derwin’s dedication to his fellow service members and his unwavering patriotism remained steadfast throughout his life.
One fateful evening uptown, Derwin met the love of his life, Joann Trewin. Their bond blossomed into a beautiful union, culminating in marriage in Minneapolis in December of 1970. Together, they embarked on a journey filled with love, laughter, and shared dreams. Together the couple enjoyed their seven children.
Derwin’s professional endeavors reflected his commitment to service and his industrious spirit. He worked at White Farms in Charles City before pursuing further education at Hawkeye in Waterloo. Armed with newfound knowledge and passion, he dedicated himself to serving the US Military in Des Moines with MEPS, a role that brought him immense fulfillment.
Derwin found joy in the simple pleasures of life, cherishing moments spent behind the wheel of Chickasaw Chassis, where he relished the open road. His adventurous spirit also led him to the thrill of gambling, often embarking on day trips to the Isle in Waterloo or nearby casinos. Wednesday nights were reserved for his beloved bowling league, where he formed lasting friendships and shared countless laughs.
Despite his busy schedule, Derwin always made time for what mattered most: his family and his faith. He was a devoted grandfather, attending every sporting event and musical performance with unwavering support and boundless pride. His presence was a constant source of comfort and encouragement to his cherished grandchildren. Along with their events he loved playing games with his family and watching his beloved Green Bay Packers and Iowa Hawkeyes.
A pillar of his community, Derwin was an active member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, where he found solace and camaraderie among fellow parishioners. He embodied the spirit of generosity, giving selflessly to his church and participating wholeheartedly in every Veterans Memorial Service or event in the area.
Derwin is survived by by his wife Joann Robinson of New Hampton; four sons, Pat (Jane) Wedo of Postville, Scott Wedo of Virginia Beach, VA, Eric (Tammy) Robinson of New Hampton, John (Terri) Robinson of St. Charles, IL; three daughters, Pam Wedo of New Hampton, Sonja (Brian) Heying of Urbandale, IA, Sarah Robinson of New Hampton; seventeen grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one sister, Oletha O’Donnell of New Hampton.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother-in-law Jerry O’Donnell.
Sorry for your loss
Thoughts and prayers for the family.
My deepest sympathy to Derwin’s family. He was such a very special man and I will miss him.
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Very sorry to hear this!!!
So for your loss,prayers to all the family.
Thinking of you all ❤️ such a great guy and a pleasure to serve at the Kafe!
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Our condolences to Derwin’s family.
So sorry to hear this. Sending prayers to Sarah and the family. 😥🤗
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You all have my sympathy. Derwin was a great man and will be missed.
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Derwin was always so kind. Sympathy to the family.
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So sorry. Sending our condolences to all during this difficult time.
Sympathy to the family!!! I enjoyed our talks. R.I.P. Derwin
Sympathy to the family!
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So sorry to hear this! Thoughts and prayers to Derwin’s family.
So very sorry for your loss. Derwin was a great guy!
Sending my prayers to the Robison family. 🙏❤️🙏
Sending my prayers to the Robinson family. 🙏❤️🙏
My deepest sympathies. Always enjoyed talking to Derwin.
Thoughts and prayers to you all!
So sorry to hear this, the Robinsons were our neighbors for many years. Lots of great memories of Derwin and the family . Prayers to all.
Robinson family so sorry for your loss. Derwin was one of a kind of a guy. HUGS to all.
Thoughts and prayers to the Robinson family. Such a great guy, so many memories over the years.
So sorry to hear of Derwin’s
Passing! Thoughts and 🙏s
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My heart aches for all of you. Derwin was such a great guy. Sending you our thoughts and prayers!
So sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
prayers to all of his family
My sympathies to the family 🙏
We are so sorry for your loss.
Connor really enjoyed riding the Chasis with Derwin for several years. Prayers and sympathy for the family.
So sorry to hear the passing of Darwin. Always had great conversations when we would run into each other. Keeping his family in our thoughts and prayers.
My Sympathy to all the family and families of Derwin, R.I.P. Derwin.
So sorry for your loss
Sorry for your family’s loss!
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Deepest sympathies to the Robinson family. Derwin and my dad were classmates, and Derwin was a great guy to visit with.
Sending prayers to the family! So sorry for your loss!
Prayers and thought are with the family. I meet him through my Dad.
So sorry for your loss
Deepest sympathies to you all. Derwin was such a nice man.
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Sorry for your loss!
My sincere sympathy and prayers to the Robinson family.
Sorry for your loss!
We loved Derwin ! He always took such good care of Kyle on the bus❤️! Even though they did have a few little arguments along the way.😜
So sorry, hugs to Joann and family.
So sorry to hear this. Sending our sympathy to all Derwin’s family 🙏🏼
Deepest sympathy to the family!
So sorry for your loss.
Sympathy to Derwin”s family. Great guy to visit with.
I’m so sorry to hear about Derwin! I will miss waiting on him at Poor Richard’s. Thinking of all the Robinson family💕
Thoughts and prayers to you all during this difficult time.
Sorry for you families lost
Sorry to hear. Prayers to the Robinsons
Deepest sympathy for the entire Robinson family. Thoughts and prayers you all! 🙏🏻
Sorry to hear Derwin’s passing. Our neighbors for quite some time got lots of good memories. Our condolences to Derwin‘s family.
So sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss
Our deepest sympathy to the family.
I am sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. He was a great bus driver. We always disagreed about Iowa Hawkeyes and Iowa State Cyclones. I will miss him.
So sorry for your loss.
Our deepest sympathies🙏🙏
So sorry for your loss! Thoughts and prayers for the family!
Sorry for your loss. Prayers for Derwin and his family.
Thinking of you all in this most difficult time 🙏
So sorry for your family’s loss Thoughts and prayers to you all
So sorry to see this thinking of the Robinson family
Sending our sympathy.
To know Derwin Robinson was to know an upstanding citizen and a truly patriotic gentleman. Extending my most sincere sympathy to JoAnn and family, so very sorry for your loss. 🙏🏻🙏🏻
So many fond memories of Derwin over the years. Always loved visiting with him. Deepest sympathy and many prayers to his family.
Sorry for your loss. I have some fond memories of Derwin and our gang going to get school buses.
So sorry to hear this. Sending prayers to JoAnn and family.
Our deepest sympathies!!
I’m sorry to hear this. My sympathy to the entire Robinson family. 🙏
Are thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time!
Our deepest sympathy to his family.
So sorry to hear this. Prayers to everyone ❤️
So so sorry for loss! Hugs
So sorry for your loss.
Sorry for your loss, Derwin was special he was a friend of my husband. Joann and family have my sympathy. He will be miss.
Sorry for you and your family loss
My deepest condolences to the Robinson. Darwin was a very good friend to Patrick and I.
Our sympathy to the Robinson family.
So sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family.
Sincere condolences.🙏🙏❤️
Deepest sympathies to you Sarah Robinson and family 🤗🙏🏼
Prayers and hugs
Sorry for your loss. Prayers to the family
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Our sympathy!
My sympathy to the family
Sorry for your loss thoughts and prayers for your family!
I’m so sorry to hear this. Sending thoughts and prayers to all of Derwin’s family!
Deepest sympathy to the family.
We’re so sorry to hear this. Mom (Sherri Blazek) is very sad…
Thoughts and prayers to the Robinson families
Our deepest condolences to Derwin’s family! We remember him as an avid wrestling fan that always had positive and constructive comments after a match.
Derwin and Oletha were part of the neighborhood gang during my growing-up years . . . many good memories . . . I was saddened to hear of his passing . . . my condolences to his family
Sympathies to Derwin’s family. I have fond memories of his love for his pups. A very gentle and special man! Bob and Kathleen Ayers
My sympathy & prayers to Derwin’s family.