Obituary of Barbara Ann Robison-Miller

Barbara Ann Robison was born on March 4, 1932, in Toledo, Ohio. She was the daughter of Allie Robison and Marie “Girly” (Reihing) Robison.   She moved to Erie, Michigan and had lived in the same home since 1962. After receiving her GED from Mason High School, Barb would become gainfully employed by the Mason Consolidated School System as a custodian.

Barb was a talented seamstress and quite skilled with her hands.   She often assisted various family members by giving clothing items a second life with her ability to mend them.   She attended many crafting shows, to display her many handmade pillows, quilts, towels, and potholders.   She also lovingly made meaningful memorial gifts, from clothing, for her family and close friends to treasure.

Barb was a proud member of TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly). The local group met each Thursday for their group weigh in and stats.   Afterwards, they shared a celebratory meal at a local restaurant to enjoy their new accomplishments. In fact, she was once crowned the national winner for the most weight lost.

Her humor was one of a kind and her jokes were epic, especially the one about her “rabbit tattoo”.   Above anything, Barb treasured the time she spent with family.   Annually, she looked forward to the third Saturday in July when they would gather at the South Erie Park for their family reunion. This year’s event was held just a week before her passing and her loved ones are extremely grateful to have had Barb in attendance.

Barbara Ann Robison-Miller, age 90, of Erie passed away at ProMedica Toledo Hospital on Saturday; July 23, 2022.   Her passing was preceded by her parents; a son: Jeff Miller; and one grandson: David Miller.

To cherish her memory, she leaves six children: Mike (Karon) Miller, Pat (Carol) Miller, Kathy (Tom) Grove, Tim (Brenda) Miller, Karen (Joe) Aloi, and Joe (Gina) Robison; one brother: Ronald (Patricia) Robison; fourteen grandchildren; and twenty-two great grandchildren.

Friends may gather from 3:00pm until 8:00pm on Thursday; July 28, 2022, and from 10:00am until 11:00am on Friday; July 29, 2022, at Merkle Funeral Service, Erie; 9156 Summit Street, Erie, Michigan 48133 (734) 317-7199.   A Funeral Service Celebrating Her Life will take place at 11:00am also at Merkles with Deacon Tracey Esper officiating.   Procession will follow to Erie Union Cemetery for burial.

Online guests may visit www.merklefs.com to leave words of inspiration and comfort or to share a photo. Memorial donations may be made to: VFW Post 3925 Ladies Auxiliary.