Kathryn Louise Robinson, age 89, of Miles City, Montana, passed away on Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at her home surrounded by family.
Kay was born on January 31, 1934, in Miles City, Montana, the daughter of John Verner and Eleanor (Stilwell) Pauley. The Pauley family moved from Miles City when she was young to Wallace, Idaho, on to Anaconda, Montana, and finally back to the Pauley family ranch south of Miles City. Kay began her education in Miles City, Montana, and upon returning she received her diploma from Custer County District High School. Kay continued her education at Miles Community College, where she studied business.
Kay and Jean H. Robinson were united in marriage on December 28, 1953, during a candlelit ceremony where the church aisle was adorned with poinsettias. Kay then joined Jean on the Robinson ranch, where together, they were blessed with two boys, Jean Jr. and Scot. They were married 45 wonderful years before Jean passed away in 1999.
Kay enjoyed raising sheep and goats for many years. She took pride in showing her goats at various shows across the region where she won many awards. Kay held a special bond with animals of all kinds; they were uniquely drawn to her. Kay had an undeniably green thumb and always grew a large garden as well as many stunning flower beds. She had a passion for photography, as well as quilting. In her spare time, she made numerous beautiful quilts for her family.
Kay took joy in every aspect of ranch life: from caking bulls to fencing, as well as delivering lemonade to the hay field, and everything in between. She enjoyed helping out wherever she could. Throughout her life she remained busy; there was always something to be done. Above all else, she put everyone’s needs before her own.
She is survived by her two sons: Jean Robinson Jr. and Scot Robinson, both of Powderville, MT; daughters-in-law Angy Robinson of Powderville, MT and Lynn Praetorius of Miles City, MT; Matt Donnelly of Philip, SD, who was like a son to Kay; a brother, John Pauley of Casa Grande, Arizona; four grandchildren: Shari (Clayton) Heitz of Brockway, MT, Jodi (Kyle) Simmons of Powderville, MT, Nathan (Jaci) Robinson of Miles City, MT, and Kelli Robinson (Cameron Bethke) of Powderville, MT; and six great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents and husband.
Family will receive friends on Thursday, September 14, 2023 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 15, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Interment will follow in the family lot of the Custer County Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to a charity of their choice.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday September 14, 2023
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday September 15, 2023
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday September 14, 2023
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday September 15, 2023
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Beverly Knuths says
Hugs and prayers to you Cuz, and your families. Love you❤️
Carol Bean says
Kelly and family,
You are all in out thoughts and prayers during this time. Kelly talked about her special relationship with her grandma often. Cherish your special memories.
JR & Carol
Mike and Tammy Pecha says
So sorry for your loss.Kay and I always had good visits over our goats and bum lambs.She was a super nice lady.Your whole family is in out thoughts and prayers.
Denise Harvey says
Sorry for your loss! Prayers for comfort.
Denise Harvey
Jim and Annalise Willson says
Jean, Scott , and families so sorry to hear about your mom. We have a lot of great memories from when we lived on the L O Ranch of visits with Jean and Kay. Kay always had a bunch of sheep to take care of. Just a great neighbor to us. Rest In Peace Kay. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim and Annalise Willson
Bill & Brenda Allison says
So sorry to hear of the lose of Kay. Such a special friend to our family and such a nice lady. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Bill and Sandy Jensen says
Our sincere condolences to all of her family. Kay was a wonderful and fun lady.
Gerald & Janet Himelspach says
Our deepest sympathy to Kay’s family. I remember when Kay and Jean were first married and I thought she was such a pretty, out-going and special lady. Special friends for sure. She was a true ranch wife, loved her animals. I remember when she would come to get bum lambs from Gerald and I. Many fond memories. May your memories sustain you in this time of loss.
Diana Elwood says
Kay’s family,
What a beautiful and great lady Kay was, I remember her from early childhood of the Mizpah days. My sympathy to all her family. God bless.
Wanda Hughes says
3 or 4 years ago my granddaughter and I stopped by Kay’s house and had such a nice visit. She told my granddaughter a few stories to connect her with my parent’s generation. Kay was a special lady and loved the ranch life. I pray for comfort and peace for her family.
Sandy McFarland Hays says
Sending prayers to all of Kays family. She was a very special lady.
Vickie and Dave Gunderson says
Scott, Jean and families we send our condolences on the loss of your mom..hugs and prayers to all of you💔
Betty Holmes Vail says
Kay taught me to sew when I was in 4-H. I always enjoyed visiting with her when I saw her at the Senior Center.
Mary Ann Stockhill Liles says
To Kay’s family: I spent many happy hours at the Robinson ranch when I was growing up, as Maw and Paw were my adopted grandparents. Kay was always such a nice lady. May she rest in peace. My sympathy to the family. Mary Ann Stockhill Liles
Kent Roberts says
Scott, Angie & girls, so sorry for your loss, she was a great lady!
Robin (Shafer) Jung-Schatz says
Scott, Jean, and family;
I’m so very sorry for the loss of your mother. I’ve known your family since I came to live with my family. Mom and Dad will be greeting her with big hugs and smiles just inside the pearly gates. They thought so highly of your mom and dad as did I. I never saw her without a smile and a chuckle. She will be missed by so many. She was so well liked and loved and loved by many. My deepest sympathy.
Carol and Steve Wilcox says
Sad to hear of Kay’s passing. She was part of our family, from our parents being very good friends, to her and my sister marrying twin brothers. Lots of memories.
Bunny and Gary Miller says
So sorry to hear Kay has passed. Our family’s spent many good times together. I will always cherish the memory’s of the Christmas party’s with the movies , rodeos and she always had a bag of full sized candy bars for everyone, card party’s that after moving to town she and mom would go to the senior center and play cards and she was one who always called me by my given name Bunita. We loved her and so we send our love to all of you.
Tracy Hauk says
Scot & Angy
Our sincerest condolences. Kathryn was quite the lady. Hugs to all of you.
Mike, Tracy, Jaxon & Jhett Hauk
Walter & Shirley Rolf says
Jean, Scott and families, sorry your loss. Enjoy your memories!
Lynne Weischedel says
So sorry for your loss!
Kyle and Gail Shaw says
Dear Family, I remember how Kay helped the girls with their goat project for 4-H many years ago. She was always so willing to help out. She was a great lady. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
DANIEL DINARDI says
Jean and Scott, I am truly sorry for you loss,I met your mother once and she was truly a very nice person
Mary Ottoy says
Robinson Family,
Sending many thoughts and prayers to you all. I know she’ll be missed greatly!
Shannon Holmen says
She was always so sweet to me. I’m sure she leave a big hole in your hearts. My prayers.
Glo Wilkinson says
Awe, hugs to all of you. A beautiful soul.
Karson and Marie Farnum Kluverf says
Kay’s Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Enjoyed visits with Kay.
Bill Moths says
Jean, Scot and Families, Sorry for your loss. I share many memories of your mom from the visits to the Robinson Ranch, area brandings and Powderville gatherings. She was a great lady and know she will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Christine Laurie says
I just found out of Kay’s passing! I have known Kay since high school days! I have always looked up to her abilities! What a wonderful lady!! Jean , Scott and all your family I send love and condolences! Your Dad also was special in my life of friends. Blessings always , Chris
Chet holmes says
Jean , Scot so sorry to hear about your mother passing away. she will be missed by all.
Pam (Moths) Nisley says
From my earliest memories, she has been a delight in my life! Yes, her conversation with her signature chuckles, is missed. Those laughs were in my view, her joy bubbling out 🙂
A few years ago, I was able to reconnect at a Junior High VOLLEYBALL game, with her great granddaughter from Circle, playing against my granddaughter from Broadus.
A cherished visit!!!
40 years ago, my husband Dave was on a shearing crew that clipped her sheep. He came home saying “her sheep were the BIGGEST he had ever seen!!!
Our love and prayers for the Peace Of Christ , over you
all!!!
Kistia Johnson Golie says
Angie, Scot & Family
So sorry to hear of your loss! Many prayers for you all!
KistiaJohnson and Wyatt