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James “Jim” Robinson

Birth	:	29 Jan 1822 County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland
Death	:	25 Jun 1909 Adams Township, Delaware County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Silver Creek Cemetery, Masonville, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.3695000, -91.5790000
Description	:	Son of James Robinson and his first wife, Esther Johnson; brother to William Burnside Robinson, Thomas Robinson and Elizabeth Robinson Lendrum (twins). Became a U. S. Citizen 07SEP1855 at Delhi, Delaware County, Iowa. The History of Delaware County, Iowa. Chicago: Western Historical Co., 1878 "Robinson, James, Farmer; Sec. 8; P. O. Barryville; born in Ireland Jan. 29, 1822, came to America in April 1844 and to this county in 1852. Married Mary A. Gregg Jan. 25, 1854, who was born in Ireland Dec. 25, 1837. They have nine children living and three deceased -... Read More	Son of James Robinson and his first wife, Esther Johnson; brother to William Burnside Robinson, Thomas Robinson and Elizabeth Robinson Lendrum (twins). Became a U. S. Citizen 07SEP1855 at Delhi, Delaware County, Iowa. The History of Delaware County, Iowa. Chicago: Western Historical Co., 1878 "Robinson, James, Farmer; Sec. 8; P. O. Barryville; born in Ireland Jan. 29, 1822, came to America in April 1844 and to this county in 1852. Married Mary A. Gregg Jan. 25, 1854, who was born in Ireland Dec. 25, 1837. They have nine children living and three deceased - Wm. J., born Nov. 14, 1854; Esther A., April 12, 1856, died May 28, 1872; Margaret born April 30, 1857; Thomas, Sept. 15, 1858; Sarah, Aug. 26, 1860, died May 31, 1872; Robert, June 29, 1862; Ellen, Aug. 6, 1864; Alexander, Oct. 29, 1866; John B., Jan. 4, 1869; Henry E., Mar. 26, 1871; Mary J., Oct 22, 1873, died May 17, 1875, and Charles J., April 15, 1876; owns 520 acres worth $13,000; is a Republican and Methodist." Biographical Souvenir of the counties of Delaware and Buchanan Iowa. Chicago: F. A. Battey & Company. 1890. "James Robinson, an old settler of Delaware county and a prosperous farmer residing in Adams township, is a native of the County Fermanagh, Ireland, and was born January 29, 1822. His parents, James and Easter (Johnston) Robinson, were also natives of Ireland, the father having been born in County Fermanagh and the mother in County Tyrone. They lived and died in their native country, passing all their lives in the peaceful pursuits of agriculture. The father was twice married and had ten children, five by each marriage. His second wife's name was Margaret Johnston. The issue of the first marriage was -- William, Nancy, Thomas, Elizabeth and James. That of the second was -- Alexander, Ann, Johnston, Robert, and Anthony. James Robinson, the subject of this notice, was thus the youngest child of the first marriage. He was reared in his native country and resided there until twenty-one years old. He came to the United States in 1844, and after living for eight years in different localities in the East, moved West in 1852 and settled in Delaware county, Iowa, where he has since resided. Mr. Robinson possessed small means when he came to Delaware county. His first purchase of land consisted of forty acres in Adams and Prairie townships, a large part of which is under cultivation and otherwise well improved. He has dealt extensively in stock and continues to do so. He bears the reputation of being one of the most intelligent and most successful farmers in the county and everything around him gives the evidence also of this fact. He has a very desirable homestead and one that shows to good advantage the many years of labor and thoughtful care which he has expended on it. January 27, 1854, about two years after settling in Delaware county, Mr. Robinson married, taking to share his life's fortunes Miss Mary A. Gregg, then residing in Allegheny City, Pa. Mrs. Robinson was born, however, in County Fermanagh, Ireland, in 1835, and was there also reared. She was the daughter of William and Elizabeth (Swindle) Gregg, who were natives of Ireland. Mrs. Robinson died February 14, 1881, leaving surviving her, besides her husband, several children, most of whom, however, she lived to see grown and whom she helped to train to habits of industry and usefulness. William J.., Mr. and Mrs. Robinson's eldest child, is a merchant residing in Osceola county, Iowa. Their next, Easter A., is deceased. Margaret, the third, is the wife of Christopher Blakeley (Bleakly), of Ida county, Iowa. Sarah is deceased. Thomas is a physician, residing in Gallup, N. Mex. Robert R. is a farmer, residing in Prairie township, Delaware county. Eliza is the wife of James Perry, a Methodist minister, residing at Silver creek, Delaware county. Alexander is a farmer, living with his father. John B. is a farmer, residing in Nebraska. Mary J. is deceased. Henry E. and Charles G. are still with their father. Mr. Robinson has given to his children the best educational advantages within his reach, graduating a number of them from the leading colleges of the state. Those of them who have started in life for themselves he has helped liberally, and he continues to take a great interest in their welfare and success, counseling with them on all matters affecting their interests whenever his counsel is needed. Mr. Robinson has held many local offices in his township, the duties of which he has discharged faithfully, and he has been foremost in supporting the material, educational, social, and religious interests of the community where he resides. In politics he is a republican, and for many years has been a member of the Methodist church, zealous in all church work and a liberal contributor to charity." Manchester Press July 1, 1909 "Death of James Robinson Pioneer of the South Part of County Answers Summons. James Robinson James Robinson, a resident of Delaware county for the past fifty-seven years and one of the most prominent citizens of the Silver Creek community, died at the residence of his son, Alexander Robinson, last Thursday afternoon, June 24, 1909, at the age of 87 years, 4 months and 26 days. Mr. Robinson was spared a long and painful illness. In fact, he appeared to be in his customary health until within a day or two of his death, when the life forces yielded unresistedly to the sudden demand of extreme age. His death was peaceful, and he welcomed his change in the faith and hope which were so much a part of his life below. The funeral of Mr. Robinson was held on Saturday afternoon at two o'clock from the Methodist Episcopal church at Silver Creek, and was attended by a great company of friends and neighbors. The services were held in the quiet churchyard, where surrounded by the friends of years and those of his own kindred, all that was mortal of this splendid citizen was consigned to rest. The Rev. Mr. Carson, pastor of the church, delivered the sermon, and was assisted in the service by Rev. Mr. Blakely and Rev. Mr. Perry, son-in-law of Mr. Robinson. James Robinson was born in County Fermanagh, Ireland, January 29, 1822. His father was a farmer, and Mr. Robinson remained with his parents, assisting in the work of the farm, until he was twenty-one years of age. In 1844 he came to the United States, and after a residence of eight years at various points in the east he came west and in 1852 settled in Delaware county, on the old homestead in Adams township, ever since his home. Mr. Robinson's means were scanty indeed when he arrived here, but land was cheap and he found himself able to buy forty acres, which he cultivated with success, extending his holdings until at one time he owned over a thousand acres of choice farm land in Adams and Prairie townships. In his later years he distributed a great part of this property among his children, continuing to make his home on the original homestead, occupied by his son Alexander. Mr. Robinson was married January 27, 1854 about two years after coming to this county to Miss Mary A. Gregg, then living in Alleghany City, Pennsylvania. Mrs. Robinson who was a daughter of William and Elizabeth (Swindle) Gregg, was also a native of County Fermanagh, Ireland. She died February 14, 1881. Twelve children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Robinson, eight of whom are living. These are: William J. of Avon, South Dakota; Mrs. Margaret Blakely of Ida county, Iowa; Robert R. of Manchester; Mrs. Eliza Perry of Brandon, Iowa; Alexander of Silver Creek; John B. of Elgin, Nebraska; Henry E. of Prairie township; and Chas. G. of Pearl City, Illinois. Mr. Robinson came to Delaware county in the days of its veriest infancy. The county was practically an untracked and unbroken wilderness, with but here and there the log shack of some venturesome pioneer. He ..(unreadable)..settlement containing ? fine a body of citizenship as exists in the county, but with more than its proportion, ? years ago, of rough men whose disputes and quarrels Mr. Robinson adjudicated with eminent fairness and unfailing tact. He became known as the peace-maker of the community, enjoying the respect and confidence of all and earning the affection of the citizens of Silver Creek by the consistency and uprightness of his own life. Mr. Robinson was one of the founders of the Methodist Episcopal church of Silver Creek and during his life on of its generous supporters and regular attendants. He avoided ostentation in his religious life, seeking rather by the practice of Christian virtues to testify to the benefits of a genuine devotion to exemplary conduct and the influence and helpfulness of quiet, sincere, Christian example. He was known by old and young as "Uncle James" and he was looked up to as a pattern of neighborliness, friendly counsel and unselfish living. His neighbors and friends of Silver Creek speak in the highest terms of the integrity of Mr. Robinson's life, of his generosity toward the needy and unfortunate, of the fairness and honesty of his business dealings, of the many who owe relief and assistance to his liberality. Impressed by the influence of such a life, it is not strange that Mr. Robinson, aided by his good wife, who was one of the best women, should have been able to rear a family of children who represent a high type of citizenship, and it was his highest comfort that he lived to see them all happily circumstanced and generously provided for."

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Where is James “Jim” Robinson's memorial?
James “Jim” Robinson's memorial is located at: Silver Creek Cemetery, Masonville, Delaware County, USA.
When did James “Jim” Robinson death?
James “Jim” Robinson death on 25 Jun 1909 in Adams Township, Delaware County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the James “Jim” Robinson's memorial?
Latitude: 42.3695000
Longitude: -91.5790000

Family Members:

Spouse

Mary Ann Gregg Robinson

(1836 - 1881)

Children

(unknow - unknow)

Esther Ann Robinson

(1856 - 1872)

Margaret Robinson Bleakly

(1857 - 1935)

Sarah Robinson

(1860 - 1872)

Alexander “Alec” Robinson

(1866 - 1939)

John Burnside Robinson

(1869 - 1941)

Mary Jane Robinson

(1873 - 1875)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Silver Creek Cemetery
Masonville, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3695000, -91.5790000

2. Saint Patricks Cemetery
Monti, Buchanan County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3746986, -91.6363983

3. Upper Spring Grove Cemetery
Buchanan County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3086014, -91.6505966

4. Sand Creek Cemetery
Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4425011, -91.5186005

5. Calvary Cemetery
Ryan, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3264008, -91.4788971

6. Peace Lutheran Cemetery
Ryan, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3614006, -91.4610977

7. Lower Spring Grove Cemetery
Troy Mills, Linn County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2783012, -91.6007996

8. Pleasant Hill Cemetery
Adams Township, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2965300, -91.4991200

9. Circle Grove Cemetery
Quasqueton, Buchanan County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3386002, -91.7061005

10. Saint Johns Cemetery
Coggon, Linn County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2726530, -91.5306510

11. Coggon Cemetery
Coggon, Linn County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2714980, -91.5291220

12. Nugents Grove Cemetery
Coggon, Linn County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2799988, -91.4997025

13. Golden Prairie Cemetery
Ryan, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3611560, -91.4231720

14. Saint Mary Cemetery
Masonville, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4850006, -91.5768967

15. Portable Cemetery
Manchester, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4014015, -91.4272003

16. Greenwood Cemetery
Masonville, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4860992, -91.5757980

17. Troy Mills Cemetery
Troy Mills, Linn County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2835999, -91.6960983

18. West Prairie Cemetery
Troy Mills, Linn County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2492500, -91.6269000

19. Mills Grove Cemetery
Paris, Linn County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2408620, -91.5559070

20. Coffins Grove-Baker Cemetery
Manchester, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4991989, -91.5294037

21. Quasqueton Cemetery
Quasqueton, Buchanan County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3994370, -91.7621231

22. Hickory Grove Cemetery
Quasqueton, Buchanan County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4207598, -91.7534684

23. Baileys Ford Cemetery
Manchester, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4342003, -91.4100037

24. Saint Patricks Cemetery
Winthrop, Buchanan County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4653015, -91.7328033