Michael J. Robson

November 29, 1953 - January 2, 2017

Michael J. “Pappy” Robson I, 63 of Seymour, Indiana, passed away Monday, January 2, 2017, at Schneck Medical Center in Seymour with his family by his side.

He was born November 29, 1953, in Seymour, the son of Donald J. “Poppy” and Margaret B. (Grabill) Robson.

He married Linda Shelton on June 13, 1992, at Calvary Baptist Church in Seymour, Indiana, and she survives.

Pappy attended Calvary Baptist Church. He retired from Cummins Engine Company after 40 years of service where he regularly traveled to Canada in order to learn the engineering of a line that was implemented at Plant One. After his retirement, he worked the past four years at Valeo in Seymour. He loved to play pool and at one time aspired to become a professional pool player. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and Fraternal Order of Moose both of Seymour. He enjoyed fishing and spending time outdoors. Pappy loved spending time not only with his grandchildren but with all the children of the neighborhood. He was known as, “The Gas Man” who would use a stick to fill all the kids’ bikes up with gas whenever they pulled into his yard.

He is survived by his wife, children, Jeremy (Katherine) Robson and Michael J. (fiancé, Samantha) Robson II; grandchildren, Madison, Emily, Eli, Derek, Hailey and Brooklyn; sisters, Pamela (Terry) Underwood and Ramona (Kenny) Brooks; aunts, Mae Crane and Mary Ann Soergel; uncle, Gerald Robson, mother-in-law, Elaine Shelton, several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, granddaughter, Macy Grace Lucas and father-in-law, Carrol D. Shelton.

Funeral service will be held at Voss Chapel on Friday, January 6, 2017, at 10:30 am with Pastor Dan DeFriece officiating. Burial will follow at Proctor Cemetery, Dixon Chapel.

Friends and family may gather at Voss Chapel on Thursday from 4 to 8 pm and Friday after 9:00 am until time of service.

Memorial checks may be written to Riley Hospital for Children through Voss & Sons Funeral and Crematory Service, Seymour, Indiana.

Michael J. “Pappy” Robson I, 63 of Seymour, Indiana, passed away Monday, January 2, 2017, at Schneck Medical Center in Seymour with his family by his side. He was born November 29, 1953, in Seymour, the son of Donald J. “Poppy” and Margaret B. (Grabill) Robson. He married Linda Shelton on June 13, 1992, atContinue Reading

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I always looked forward to getting together with my cousins because you knew it was going to be continuous fun, kidding around, joking, and just having a good time. One time when I was in about the sixth grade my family went up to Seymour to visit Mike's family. My brother and I knew we weren't supposed to rough house and clown around as usual because Mike had just had his appendix removed earlier that week. Mike had to take it easy in bed, but we still got to sit in his room and visit with him. We tried to keep things calm, but it didn't take much to get Mike laughing. He'd laugh, but every time he did, it would cause him pain and he'd say "Don't make me laugh." Then that would make all of us, including Mike laugh even more. Even the pain from major surgery couldn't keep him from laughing and making others laugh. Several years later, at one of our family reunions in a state forest, Mike showed me his '57 Chevy and how to go through the gears of the four speed then he asked me if I wanted to drive it. There were trees right in front of his car and trees very close behind it so I said I'd better not maybe some other time. Mike said "Get in it and drive it, you're not going to hurt it." So I very carefully drove it and Mike just wasn't worried about it. I always appreciated Mike trusting me to drive his car and admired him for putting friendship before everything else. I wish we had more time with him. Nick Redden I'm so sorry

I was blessed to get to know Mike when we were co workers at Cummins. He was type of individual who would do anything he could for you...Holler bout it but he sure do it!!! I'm speaking from experience. I'd always fire your not my dad...But I sure did look to him as one!!! I could go on & on how huge of a heart he had. If u knew Mike I'm sure he had effect on you. Buddy ol pal u will b MISSED!!! Linda & Mikey sorry for your loss. Richard

I got too know Mike at Valeo plant 4. mike always had a smile on his face good person and Hell of a worker.We all will miss him so sorry for your loss Linda .Prayers with u and family. Julie Fisher at Valeo

Mona and family, So sorry for your loss and you all will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.