Cecelia Marie (Gautsch) Robinson of Clancy, MT formerly of Hokah and La Crescent, MN, passed away unexpectedly in her home on Tuesday, October 27, 2020, with her husband by her side, while the warm sun was shining in on her.
Cecelia was born on November 15, 1950, in La Crosse, WI, to George and Colleen (Gilles) Gautsch. She married the love of her life, John Robinson, on August 14, 1983 at St Peter’s Catholic Church in Hokah, MN, and they were joined in marriage for 37 wonderful years.
Cecelia is survived by her loving husband, John, of Clancy, MT; her siblings Carol (Joe) Melde of Holmen, WI; Greg (Marion Nelson) of Centuria, WI; Cathy (Garry) Johnson of La Crescent, MN; Connie (Gary) Derr of La Crosse, WI; Cindy (Tom) Curran of La Crescent, MN; and Chris (Scott) Benedict of Taylor, WI; her sisters and brothers-in-law, and their spouses, Michael, Stephen, Jeannie Marie, Mary Ellen, Mark, Kathleen Ann, and many nieces and nephews.
Cecelia was employed by the Montana State Fund and retired after 25 years of service.
She will also be remembered by her many loving friends in Minnesota, New Mexico, and Montana, and her special companion, her beagle Toby.
Cecelia was preceded in death by her parents, her younger brother Jerry, her sister Cheryl, her niece Michelle, and her Mother and Father-in-law Delores and Corlis Robinson.
Cecelia had many loves in life, including hiking in the mountains, gardening, fishing, making jewelry and traveling. She was always adventurous and hardworking, helping her husband build their homes in Minnesota and Montana, and Adobes with her friends in Taos and Socorro, New Mexico.
She loved her life in Montana with John, and her visits with her families. Cecelia was always a magnetic joy to be near, and will always be remembered for her love of life and her beautiful smile.
Cecelia was a little angel from the day she was born, and God brought our little angel back up to heaven, where she will be watching over us forever.
Due to Covid 19, services will be held back home in La Crescent at a later date. Please visit www.aswfuneralhome.com to offer a condolence to the family or to share a memory of Cecelia.
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Jennifer says
John, I am extremely sorry to hear about your loss. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Diane says
John and family
I am so sadden to learn the Cec passed away. I worked with her for many years and she was always full of life and laughter. There is a Hugh hole in the hearts of her friends. May god, family and friends help you through this difficult time. With deepest sympathy Diane Pedersen
Joey Andrews-Fuller says
John, I am sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Mark C Barry says
I had the honor to work with Cec at Montana State Fund for many years. I am from Rochester Minnesota and she was from La Crescent Minnesota, so we had that in common. Cec always had a smile to share and she was a person you were always happy to see. This is so sad that she won’t be able to share her joy with us. We will all miss her very much. My blessings to family and friends.
Inez Slayman says
My heartfelt prayers and thoughts go to Cec’s family at this difficult time. Cec and I worked together for many years at Montana State Fund. She was a bright spot in the day when we’d talk and always seemed to have a smile. May the great memories of her keep her close. Take care.
Lori says
The sudden loss of Cecelia is heartbreaking. She made me laugh more than anyone I’ve known. In time her memories will make me laugh all over again. Goodbye my dear friend I miss you.
Roger says
Doug I’m am so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Cecelia was a wonderful person. Bowled played pool with her she was a joy to be around She will be missed by me and many others my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Michelle Olson says
John, sending you my love, hugs and strength. Cec was one of those people that could light up the room. The way her cheeks would make her whole face smile and her laugh would make your soul laugh. Her departure from this world is heartbreaking. Thank you for sharing her. Forever in my heart~
Kevin Bartsch says
I was very shocked and saddened to hear of Cec’s passing. I too worked for many years with her at State Fund. What a hilariously funny lady who radiated positivity and humor to all situations. She will be tremendously missed. Thoughts to all her family.
LINDA HILTABRAND says
John, so sorry to hear of Cec’s passing. You are in my prayers.
Mike Hausler says
I had the great pleasure of working with Cecelia at the MSF. The workplace could be quite lively when she was around. Such a sweet person and I am saddened to hear that she left us in the physical world. I’m seeing some great memories being posted on social media so I know she won’t soon be forgotten. To her husband, family and close friends, we are saddened right along with you. Blessings to you all.
Barbara Martin says
I was so sorry to hear about Cec’s untimely passing. What an awful loss. My condolences to you and your family.
Kathy Strobel says
To John and family, I can not express the sadness knowing the Cec is no longer with us. She was one of my all tie favorite people. Her energy and caring personality will be miss by so many. Memories of the years we worked together will be with me forever. May your sorrow be lightened know that she was a bright shining star to so many. Kathy Strobel
Mary Spaulding says
John,
I was so saddened to hear of Cecelia’s passing. Sending you prayers and love and want you to know that I will be thinking of you.
Mary
Marie Ringle says
John
I am so sorry to hear about Cec. I worked with her for many years at Montana State Fund. I felt very fortunate to have worked with her and to know her. She was a very nice person who accepted everyone for who they were. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. She will be missed.
Marie Ringle says
John
I am so sorry to hear about Cec. I felt very fortunate to have worked with her and to know her. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jim Mullins says
John I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lisa Meyer says
John and The Gautsch Family
The Bentzen’s were saddened to hear of Cecelia’s passing. our memories growing up together will be forever in our hearts. Although, as we grew up we grew apart , we will miss her deeply.
Take care of each other ….
Barb King says
We are sorry to hear about Cec – what a luv. We worked together and shared books. She could always make you smile and brighten your day. Praying for strength John – she was a delight to be friends with.
Hugs!
Don Wark says
John and family, my deepest condolences for your loss of someone so special. Although I did not know Cec well, I remember her as a very loving and fun filled soul. I remember that huge friendly smile that greeted you as soon as she saw you. There are so many who will miss her. May God bless and comfort you during your time of grieving.
Jenny says
All of Cecelia’s loved ones,
I had the pleasure of doing Cecelia’s hair for over a decade, which makes me sound older than Cec ever looked. I always looked forward to seeing and talking with her, to hear about her latest adventure and the outfits she designed to go with it. I think the knitting cruise(did she even pack yarn?) was a favorite. Any time she was able to gather with family and friends was always the focus of our conversation. She is a fierce Scorpio and her sense of spirituality was really wonderful. I feel like I know John and the rest of her loved ones so well because you were all brought to life through her stories for years. I know she is looking out over you all. I will miss her very much.
DD Clearman says
John, My heartfelt sympathies to you. Such a hard loss of your beloved CeCe. May you be comforted by your wonderful memories. Keeping you in our thoughts & prayers.
Lynn zanto says
She was an angel on earth and now one in heaven. John – keeping you and all your and Cec’s family close in my thoughts and prayers. ❤️
Dori Lynn Wetherelt says
John and family. I am so saddened to know of the passing of Cece. I know that John loved her so deeply and always had wonderful things to say about her and shared their joys and adventures when we’d visit at work.
May our Heavenly Father hold you in His loving arms and give you peace, strength, comfort and love.
Prayers and thoughts are flowing from me to each of you.
Greg Overturf says
I was shocked to hear of Cec’s passing. She was always such a joy to work with, a guaranteed smile that could brighten the most difficult of days, truly one of the good ones. She will be missed.
Nance & Norm Nordfjord says
Nance and I are also devastated by the passing of Cec. We were a constant, significant part of Cec’s life in Michigan from the mid 1970’s and well into the 1980’s. Last visiting with her in 1995 in Montana. She has always been a light, a joy to us; a best friend. All this time has gone by and the beautiful humanness of her personality is still fresh. Cec is often on our minds and forever in our hearts. We are moved to read so many knew her as we saw her. Our condolences to all; family and friends alike. We grieve with you. May she be at peace in her beloved environment of the Natural world.