MA National Guard veteran
NOKOMIS, FL — Clifton “Clif” E. Robinson of Nokomis, FL was born on May 27, 1942 in Swampscott and passed away on July 25 at the age of 83. Formerly of Woburn, MA and Kailua-Kona, Hawaii he moved to Nokomis in 2018. Clif was in the hardware business for many years and retired in 2013. He also served with the Massachusetts National Guard in the 1960’s. He was a wonderfully gifted cook and ever faithful Red Sox fan.
Clif is survived by his wife of 58 years Jo-Ann of Nokomis, FL; two daughters Tracy Robinson of Alexandria, VA and Kathryn Rancati of Springvale, ME; a granddaughter Jordan Rancati of Springvale, ME; a brother Kenneth B. Robinson, Jr. of St. Petersburg, FL; a sister-in-law June M. Robinson of Lynnfield; and several nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind his beloved goldendoodle Larry. He was preceded in death by his father Kenneth B. Robinson, Sr; his mother Jennie E. (Kelley) Robinson; and two brothers Hugh P. Robinson and John C. Robinson.
Memorial donations may be made to the World Central Kitchen, P.O. Box 96538, Washington, DC 20090 or to The Jimmy Fund, c/o Dana Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168. There is no viewing or services and burial will be held at a later date at Forest Hill Cemetery in Lynnfield. Farley Funeral Home in Venice, FL is handling the arrangements. To send a condolence or memory, please visit farleyfuneralhome.com.