Kirk M. Robinson

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Kirk Robinson Obituary

Kirk M. Robinson, 54, beloved husband, father, son and brother went to be with the Lord on March 6, 2006 after a heroic 15 month battle with kidney cancer. He will be missed for his love of family and friends, sense of humor, dedication, loyalty, and meticulous administration of maintenance at three major resort facilities. Kirk was born on December 22, 1951 in Comfrey, MN. He graduated from Mankato State University with a degree in Business Administration. In 1976, he was hired by The Broadmoor Hotel and was soon promoted to Director of Engineering in charge of the entire facility maintenance operation. During his employment, he oversaw the renovation of numerous stately buildings including Broadmoor West and Broadmoor South. Kirk was honored as the Manager of the Year in 1995. In 1997, Kirk accepted an equivalent position at Callaway Gardens golf and tennis resort in Pine Mountain, GA and commuted there for three years. He returned to Colorado Springs in 2000 as Director of Engineering at the Garden of the Gods Club and Kissing Camels Golf Club, truly beautiful facilities where he continued to work even during his illness. Kirk married Janice Knox on July 19, 1980. During their 25 years of marriage, his wife and three children were the center of his life. The family enjoyed many activities including trips to Vail, Lake Powell, MN, California and many RV camping trips. "Coach" Robinson had a lifelong passion for sports. He was an ardent Minnesota Vikings and Twins fan, played softball for Wade's Pancake House, and bowled several leagues. He coached Academy Little League Baseball and Gold Crown Boys Basketball. However, his main delight was attending his children's varied sporting evens, and recently viewing tapes of his son's Palmer HS Basketball Team. Kirk's battle with cancer was remarkable due to his continually positive attitude. He showed great strength and dignity during is declining health, never complained and touched numerous lives. He believed deeply in Jesus Christ and looked forward to eternal life in Heaven. Kirk is survived by his loving wife, Janice (Knox); daughter Kimberly, a medical student at Des Moines University; daughter Jessica, a student at UCCS; son Kevin, a student at Palmer HS; parents Dick and LaDonna Robinson of Windom, MN; sister Sandra (Pete) Frederixon of Apple Valley, MN; sister Renee (Tom) Harnack of Windom, MN. The family extends gratitude to the many family and friends who extended care, support, encouragement and prayer during Kirk's illness and to The Garden of the Gods Club, the Rocky Mountain Community Land Trust, The Broadmoor Hotel, First Presbyterian Church Stephen Ministry, Pikes Peak Hospice, and the Rocky Mountain Cancer Center. A memorial service and reception will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 13th at First Presbyterian Church, 219 E. Bijou Street. Donations in lieu of flowers may be sent to the Rocky Mountain Community Land Trust Low-Income Homeowner Maintenance Fund, 702 East Boulder Street, Colorado Springs, CO. 80903, or the College Choice 529 Plan FBO Robinson Children, Attn: J.P. Morgan Private Client Services, 30 E. Pikes Peak Ave., Colorado Springs, CO. 80903

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Published by The Gazette on Mar. 10, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Kirk Robinson

12 Entries

Charlie Carroll

June 29, 2025

I learned of Kirk´s passing sometime later. I was so sad at the time but just happened to come across this and I a sad again. I met Kirk when he applied for work at the Broadmoor in `76. I was the Personnel Mgr. and recommended him for the F&B purchasing job as we opened B´moor West. Over the years we became very close friends on the job and off. I snuck him out on the golf course. He got a hole-in-one but couldn´t tell anyone because he didn´t have golf privileges. We later golfed a lot when he did get the benefit. We coached my son in Little League, played softball together and shared a close friendship until I retired to DC. The last time I saw Kirk he came to DC. One of his employees had been arrested for shooting a weapon in front of the White House and he had to testify and verify the guys employment. I knew he later went to Georgia but didn´t know he returned to the Springs. Reading his obituary brought back so many fond memories.i miss you Cato, gone way to soon.

Christine Wheeler-Moore

March 13, 2006

I am honored to have known and worked with Kirk at the Garden of the Gods Club since 2000. We were both hired on about the sametime. I only got to see him as I was leaving in the morning and he was coming on for the day. His smile and "Good morning or should I say good night?" always made me smile and laugh. He will truely be missed and remembered. My thoughts are with your family at this time. Hopefully remembering what a special person he was and how much he touched all of our lives not to mention how much he loved all of you will ease your pain.

David Kronshage

March 13, 2006

I have taken over the responsibilities as the Director of Engineering for the Garden of the Gods Club of which Kirk Robinson previously filled. In the short time I knew Kirk, he showed me his unique generosity and caring even in his difficult situation. I could not have asked for a better mentor for this position and as an individual. He showed me his deep dedication to God, his family, job and the people he worked with. Thank you Kirk.

Luana Kennedy

March 13, 2006

The Robison family have been very good neighbors, and my family's thoughts and prayers are with the entire Robinsons family. Jim and Luana Kennedy

John Fish

March 12, 2006

I am a past employee of the Garden of the Gods Club and worked very close to Kirk on many projects on both the Kissing Camels Golf Course, residental area and The Garden of the Gods. I also considered Kirk to be a special friend and dedicated co-worker, he will be truly missed. My best wishes to his family and sincere

sympathy on your loss.

Debbie, Steve, Shannon & Ashley Romero

March 10, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Robinson family.

Cindy Clark

March 10, 2006

Kirk was an amazing person who cared for all who he worked with and displayed that care and concern generously and freely. His kindness, gentleness and generosity of spirit shone through in all that he did. I will cherish the memories working with Kirk here at The Broadmoor and my visit to see him at Callaway Gardens.

Carol Schwankl

March 10, 2006

Kirk hired me at the Garden of the Gods Club as his Admin. Assistant. In the short time we were together I became a better person from knowing and working with him.

Vicki Wolfe

March 10, 2006

I worked with Kirk at the Garden of the Gods Club and my life was blessed by knowing this man. Heaven is a better place because Kirk is there now.

Sherry Clark

March 10, 2006

I have worked at The Broadmoor since 1971. I met Kirk when we opened the West Hotel Building in 1976..he came as the Food Purchasing Manager for Charles Court and I transferred over to work in Charles Court. From day one, he was dedicated and hard working but moreso, he was kind, courteous, helpful, and had a wonderful sense of humor. We will all miss him.

John Fish,Jr.

March 10, 2006

I also worked with Kirk at the Broadmoor. I was allways impressed with his helpfullness, generousity, and support he gave all of the maintenance staffs at work. He was gentle and happy go lucky and will be very much missed. My prayers go to his family.

wayne hoskins

March 10, 2006

I worked with Kirk when I first came to the Broadmoor. What a gentle and kind man. Kirk was one of those unique individuals that if you had a chance to meet and know him your life was better for it. I will miss Kirk very much. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. God bless you.

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