Dorothy L. Robison

Dorothy Lorraine Spoonhunter Robison, “Dot”, was born October 5, 1950, in Shoshoni, Wyoming, to Angela Frances Martinez Spoonhunter and Isaac Spoonhunter. She was raised in Bishop, California by her mother and step-father, Robert Andreas. She proudly carried the heritage of both the Northern Arapaho and Paiute tribes. She was a beloved little sister to her five brothers: Garrett, Thomas, Ronald, Lyle, and Alan Spoonhunter and older sister to Linda Stone. She was also part of a large extended family and had ten half siblings: Wendell, Vaughn, Marlin, Alrita, Theron, Harvey, Thomas, Tilley, Terry, and Susie Spoonhunter.

Dorothy spent much of her childhood in Bishop, surrounded by the beauty of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Life was simple and full of adventure—fishing, swimming, riding bikes, gathering pine nuts in the mountains with family, and playing outside with friends until long after sunset. Those early years shaped Dorothy’s deep appreciation for family, nature, and shared memories.

After graduating from Bishop Union High School in 1968, Dorothy worked as a telephone operator before marrying Dan Robison. Together they settled in Roberts, Idaho, where they raised their family: Clinton, Amy, Monica, Ezekiel, and Lynette Robison. As years passed, Dorothy & Dan divorced, but her family grew to include her sons-in-law: Ike Johnson, Brad Sanada, David Burton, and Paul Briggs. Dorothy was a devoted mother whose life centered on her children and later her grandchildren, including: Tao Johnson, Lakota & Jakori Miller, Kai Sanada, Mercedes & Chase Cox, Emery Briggs, and Elias Briggs.

Throughout the years she worked many jobs while raising her family, ultimately spending more than two decades working for a construction company. She was hardworking, resilient, and deeply dedicated to providing for those she loved.

Dorothy had a creative spirit and many interests. A talented and passionate photographer, she carefully documented the lives of her children through countless photographs. She also enjoyed crocheting, sewing for others, playing golf, drawing, painting, and being her grandkids’ number one fan. Above all, she treasured time spent with family and the joy of gathering together.

Dorothy spent her later years in Pocatello, Idaho, where she continued to enjoy the company of family and caring for her great-granddaughter, Nyelah Rae.

Dorothy’s life was filled with perseverance, endless laughter, adoration for family, and appreciation for the simple moments that make life meaningful. She said her children and grandchildren made life worth living, and she felt pride for the people they had become.

Under the care of Heritage Home Health & Hospice, Dorothy passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loved ones.

In keeping with her wishes, a graveside service will be planned for April 18th at 11 a.m. at Market Lake Cemetery in Roberts, Idaho.

In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes contributions to assist with funeral expenses. Contributions can be sent to Venmo @DorothyRobisonMemorialFund

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