Leon A. Robbins

Leon A. Robbins, 99, of Mendenhall Hill Road, Benton,Jackson Township, died Thursday evening, September 19th, 2013 at his home. Born August 3, 1914 in the Talmar area of Pine Township, he was a son of the late Irvin and Minnie (Smith) Robbins. He was preceded in death by his wife, Leona G. (Sones) Robbins, on October 23, 1983. Mr. Robbins worked as a farmer, logger and as a Jackson Township Supervisor for many years, retiring in 1988. He was best known for his hunting. He was a well known coon hunter and also enjoyed hunting fox and coyotes and had received numerous trophies over the years. He also enjoyed teaching youngsters the art of hunting. He had been featured by WNEP TV's "Outdoor Life" Program and also by the Press Enterprise. He was a member of the Chillisquaque Coon Hunters Club in Washingtonville. Mr. Robbins and his late wife assisted with the annual Benton Volunteer Firemen's Carnival for many years. Surviving are his 5 children: Doris R. Spiece and her husband, Luther, of Waller; Betty J. Edwards and her husband, Allen, of Berwick; Patty J. Sterner and her husband, Jim, of Waller; Ronnie K. Robbins and his wife, Charity, of Waller; Richard W. Robbins and his wife, Linda, of Berwick. Also surviving are 11 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren. He was the last member of his immediate family. Preceding him in death along with his wife, Leona, are a great granddaughter, Stephanie Spiece and by the following brothers and sisters: Glen Robbins, Madge Weiss, Dorris Klinger, Daniel Robbins, Gerald Robbins, Paul Robbins, Ruth Johnson Beagle, Norman Robbins and Dale Robbins. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday at 11 A. M. at the McMichael Funeral Home, Inc., 4394 Red Rock Road, Benton (S. R. 487) with Pastor James E. Harvey, officiating. Burial will be in Jackson Cemetery at Derrs. The viewing will be held Monday evening from 5 to 8 P. M. at McMichael's and also Tuesday morning from 10 AM until the time of the service at 11. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to the Benton Volunteer Fire Company, P. O. Box 252, Benton, PA 17814.

Leon A. Robbins

August 3, 1914 - September 19, 2013