Ervin Alfred Robinson

February 7, 1940 – March 31, 2021 

It is with great sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of beloved husband, father, and friend, Ervin Alfred Robinson in Winnipeg on March 31st.

He was predeceased (by 9 months) by his loving wife of 57 years, Jean.
He is survived by his daughter, Kit (Kristen) Houston (md. Donald), Son, Scott Robinson (md. Lynne), Daughter, Paige Harms (md. Bruce). Over the years, Jean and Ervin’s family grew into a loving brood of grandchildren. “Pa” will be dearly missed by Blake Houston (md. Erica), Sarah Houston (Andrew Okenwa), Claire Robinson (Noah Crossman), Brianna Harms (Liam Ginter) and his beloved Great-grand daughter, Amara Okenwa; with whom he shared waffles, dances and many stories.

Erv was born in Minnedosa, Manitoba in 1940 to Alfred and Pearl Robinson and he is predeceased by his sister, Verna (b. 1938, md. Ivan Williams). He began working at The Royal Bank in town at a young age, and remained with RBC for over 35yrs. His job moved him frequently in the early years. One such move took him to Atikokan, Ontario where he met the love of his life, Jean Shields. They were married there in 1963. Their marriage was long and loving; filled with many new ‘adventures’. Each time Erv was transferred, Jean made a beautiful new home for them. They were a team. A team that only grew stronger with each new child.

Ervin and family loved camping, often joined by close friends. “Erv” was impossible to dislike so he made friends quickly and easily. He was always there with a dry joke – or a helping hand. He leaves behind lifelong friends who will also miss him very much.

The world has lost a “true gentleman” but we find comfort knowing he has reunited with his beloved wife. Rest in peace, Dad.