Harry Robbins

Harry Robbins

Male 1866 - 1938  (71 years)

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  • Name Harry Robbins 
    Born 21 Sep 1866  Steyning, Sussex, England Find all individuals with events at this location 
    Gender Male 
    Died 9 Mar 1938  Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah, United States Find all individuals with events at this location  [1
    Buried 13 Mar 1938  Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, Salt Lake, Salt Lake, Utah, USA Find all individuals with events at this location  [2
    Person ID I148  Muse-Nagy
    Last Modified 29 Mar 2018 

    Father Ralph Robbins,   b. Abt 1827, Sussex, England Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. Yes, date unknown 
    Relationship Birth 
    Mother Margaret Buckwell,   b. 26 Aug 1831, Brighton, Sussex, England Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 26 Nov 1908, Brighton, Sussex, England Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age 77 years) 
    Relationship Birth 
    Married 1851  Brighton, Sussex, England Find all individuals with events at this location 
    Family ID F139  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

    Family Matilda Christina Long,   b. 1 Jun 1864, Saint Helier, Jersey, Channel Islands Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 16 Jan 1962, Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah, United States Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age 97 years) 
    Married 31 Aug 1891  Brighton, Sussex, England Find all individuals with events at this location 
    Children 
     1. Ewart Ariel Robbins,   b. 11 Feb 1894, Salt Lake, Salt Lake, Utah, USA Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 1 Nov 1894, Salt Lake, Salt Lake, Utah, USA Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age 0 years)
    +2. Edgar Beresford Robbins,   b. 16 Jan 1896, Salt Lake, Salt Lake, Utah, USA Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 16 Feb 1966, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, United States Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age 70 years)
     3. Gordon Irvin Robbins,   b. 20 Jun 1898, Salt Lake, Salt Lake, Utah, USA Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 17 May 1983, Salem, Polk, Oregon, USA Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age 84 years)  [Birth]
    +4. Lester Sheridan Robbins,   b. 13 Sep 1901, Salt Lake, Salt Lake, Utah, United States Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 21 Jan 1999, Kirkland, King, Washington, United States Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age 97 years)  [Birth]
     5. Spencer Long Robbins,   b. 21 Feb 1906, Salt Lake, Salt Lake, Utah, USA Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 30 Mar 1960, Salt Lake, Salt Lake, Utah, USA Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age 54 years)  [Birth]
    Last Modified 27 Mar 2013 
    Family ID F50  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

  • Event Map
    Link to Google MapsBorn - 21 Sep 1866 - Steyning, Sussex, England Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsMarried - 31 Aug 1891 - Brighton, Sussex, England Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsDied - 9 Mar 1938 - Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah, United States Link to Google Earth
    Link to Google MapsBuried - 13 Mar 1938 - Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park, Salt Lake, Salt Lake, Utah, USA Link to Google Earth
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  • Photos
    Harry Robbins in his Military Uniform
    Harry Robbins in his Military Uniform
    Harry Robbins in his dress attire
    Harry Robbins in his dress attire
    Harry Robbins in the Salt Lake Temple Grounds
    Harry Robbins in the Salt Lake Temple Grounds
    Harry Robbins walking on the Salt Lake City temple grounds. The Tabernacle is pictured in the background.
    Harry Robbins with his granddaughters Beverly and Juanita Robins.
    Harry Robbins with his granddaughters Beverly and Juanita Robins.
    Beverly J (Age 12) and Juanita Robbins (Age 13). Taken about 1935.
    Harry and Matilda Long Robbins
    Harry and Matilda Long Robbins
    Harry and Matilda Robbins with Matilda's sister on the right.
    Harry Robbins
    Harry Robbins
    Harry stands in the yard happy in his socks
    Harry Robbins
    Harry Robbins
    Various pictures of Harry and Matilda Robbins and their family
    Various pictures of Harry and Matilda Robbins and their family
    Alfred, Harry & Ernest Robbins and Wives
    Alfred, Harry & Ernest Robbins and Wives
    Ernest Robbins, Laura G. Schoenfield Robbins, Alfred R. Robbins Sr., Matilda C. Long Robbins, Harry Robbins, & Mary Ann Robinson Robbins.
    Harry Robbins 1866-1938
    Harry Robbins 1866-1938

    Documents
    1866 Birth Certificate for Henry Robbins
    1866 Birth Certificate for Henry Robbins
    21 September 1866, Steyning, Sussex, England

    Name: Henry
    Father: Ralph Robbins
    Mother: Margaret Robbins formerly Buckwell
    Father's occupation: Paper Hanger
    1871 England Census for Margaret Robins Household
    1871 England Census for Margaret Robins Household
    Slaugham, Sussex, England, living in the Old Workhouse

    In the household:
    Margaret Robins, wife, 39, painters wife, born in Brighton, Sussex
    Arthur, son, 11, scholar, born in Brighton
    Emily, daughter, 9, scholar, born in Brighton
    Alfred, son, 6, born in Brighton
    Harry, son, 4, born in Brighton
    Ernest, son, 2, born in Slaugham
    Minnie, daughter, 1, born in Slaugham
    1881 England Census for Margaret Rollins Household
    1881 England Census for Margaret Rollins Household
    Brighton, Sussex, England

    In the household:
    Margaret Rollins, Wife, Mar, 48, Charwoman, born in Brighton
    Arthur, Son, Unm, 22, Stone mason, born in Brighton
    Harry, Son, 14, Bricklayer's labour, born in South[]
    Ernest, Son, 12, Scholar, born in Handcross
    Minnie, Dau, 11, Scholar, born in Handcross
    Christiana, Dau, 9, Scholar, born in Handcross
    Elizabeth, Dau, 7, Scholar, born in Handcross
    Louisa, Dau, 4, born in Brighton

    The surname of this family is Rollins, but the names, dates, and places all match the Robbins family. Likely just an error by the census taker.
    1891 Marriage of Henry Robbins and Matilda Christina Long
    1891 Marriage of Henry Robbins and Matilda Christina Long
    31 August 1891, Brighton, Sussex, England

    Henry Robbins, 25, Bachelor, Fishmonger's assistant, father Ralph Robbins (deceased) a paper hanger
    Matilda Christina Long, 26, Spinster, Domestic Servant, father Robert Long (deceased) a Captain
    1895 Declaration of Intention for Citizenship for Harry Robbins
    1895 Declaration of Intention for Citizenship for Harry Robbins
    9 August 1895, Utah
    1898 Certificate of Citizenship for Harry Robbins
    1898 Certificate of Citizenship for Harry Robbins
    20 July 1898, Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah
    1900 US Census for Harry Robbins family
    1900 US Census for Harry Robbins family
    Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah

    In the household:
    Harry Robbins, Head, born Sep 1866, age 33, M, born in England, parents born in England
    Matilda C, Wife, born Jun 1863, age 36, M, married 8 years, 3 children with 2 living, born in Utah, parents born in England
    Edgar B, Son, born Jan 1896, age 4, S, born in Utah
    Irwin G, Son, born Jun 1897, 2, S, born in Utah
    1901 Utah National Guard Discharge Papers for Harry Robbins
    1901 Utah National Guard Discharge Papers for Harry Robbins
    June 1901, Salt Lake City, Utah

    Name: Harry Robbins
    Enlistment: 27 August 1900
    Birth place: Sussex, Eng
    Birth date: 28 Sep 1866
    Age: 34
    Height: 5 feet 9 inches
    Description: dark complexion, brown eyes, borwn hair
    1901 Birth Certificate for Lester Sheridan Robbins
    1901 Birth Certificate for Lester Sheridan Robbins
    Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah

    Name: Lester Sheridan Robbins
    Date of birth: 13 Sep 1901
    Father: Harry Robbins, fireman
    Mother: M. Long, housewife
    1901 Birth Record for Lester Sheridan Robbins
    1901 Birth Record for Lester Sheridan Robbins
    Salt Lake County, Utah

    Name: Lester Sheridan Robbins
    Date of birth: 13 Sep 1901
    Father: Harry Robbins, age 36, Fireman, born in Ireland
    Mother: Matilda Long, age 36, born in Jersey Is

    FamilySearch.org, Utah, Salt Lake County Birth Records, 1890-1915
    1904 Assistant Chief Retirement Speech for Harry Robbins
    1904 Assistant Chief Retirement Speech for Harry Robbins
    17 October 1904, Salt Lake Telegram, page 1

    Assistant Chief Wood retired. Harry Robbins gave a presentation speech.
    1907 Fire Department Promotion for Haryy Robbins
    1907 Fire Department Promotion for Haryy Robbins
    19 March 1907, Salt Lake Telegram, page 4

    Harry Robbins promoted to lieutenant in the Fire Department.
    1908 Salt Lake City Fireman's Relief Association
    1908 Salt Lake City Fireman's Relief Association
    List of past presidents. Harry Robbins served as Vice President in 1908.
    1910 US Census for Harry Robbins family
    1910 US Census for Harry Robbins family
    Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah

    In the household:
    Harry Robbins, Head, M, 42, M1, born in England, parents born in England, immigrated 1890
    Matilda C, Wife, 4[], 5 children with 4 still living, born in Jersey, Channel Islands, father born in England, mother born in Ireland
    Edgar B, son, 14, born in Utah
    Gordon, son, 12, born in Utah
    Lester, son, 9, born in Utah
    Spencer, son, 4, born in Utah
    1916 Yarrum Athletic Body Organization for Harry Robbins
    1916 Yarrum Athletic Body Organization for Harry Robbins
    27 October 1916, Salt Lake Telegram, page 8

    "Yarrum," a new athletic association, was organized. Harry Robbins was elected as secretary and treasurer.
    1920 US Census for Harry Robbins family
    1920 US Census for Harry Robbins family
    Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah

    In the household:
    Harry Robbins, Head, 53, M, immigrated 1891, naturalized 1898, born in England, parents born in England
    Matilda C, Wife, 55, M, immigrated 1893, naturalized 1898, born in Jersey, father born in England, mother born in Ireland
    Edgar B, Son, 22, S, born in Utah
    Gordon I, Son, 20, S, born in Utah
    Lester S, Son, 18, S, born in Utah
    Spencer L, Son, 13, S, born in Utah
    1920 Emigration of Ernest Gosden
    1920 Emigration of Ernest Gosden
    25 August 1920, Port of Quebec, Canada

    Name: Ernest Gosden
    Port: Quebec
    Ship: SS Victorian
    Place of birth: Brighton, England
    Age: 24 years, 7 months
    Marital status: Single
    Occupation: Cable jointer
    Last permanent residence: Brighton, England
    Nearest relative: Mother Mrs. Minnie Gosden on 38 Claremont St. Brighton, Sussex
    Destination and address of relative: Salt Lake City, Uncle Mr. H Robbins on 318 W N Temple St
    Purpose: Permanent

    FamilySearch.org, Vermont, St. Albans Canadian Border Crossings, 1895-1954
    1922 Murray Library Committee Appointment for Harry Robbins
    1922 Murray Library Committee Appointment for Harry Robbins
    13 April 1922, Salt Lake Telegram, page 14

    Harry Robbins was appointed to a library committee on building and grounds.
    1929 Emigration of Minnie C Gosden
    1929 Emigration of Minnie C Gosden
    17 September 1929, Port of New York

    Name: Minnie C Gosden
    Age: 30
    Marital status: single
    Occupation: Domestic
    Place of birth: Brighton, England
    Last permanent residence: Brighton, England
    Nearest relative: Mr. Gosden on 38 Claremont Rd, Brighton
    Final destination: Salt Lake City, Utah
    Address of relative: Uncle, Mr. H. Robbins, Salt Lake City, Utah

    FamilySearch.org, New York, New York Passenger and Crew Lists, 1909, 1925-1957
    1930 US Census for Harry Robbins family
    1930 US Census for Harry Robbins family
    Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah

    In the household:
    Harry Robbins, Head, M, 63, M, age 24 when married, born in England, parents born in England
    Matilda C, Wife, 64, M, age 25 when married, born in England, father born in England, mother born in Northern Ireland
    Beverly J, granddaughter, 7, S, born in Utah, parents born in Utah
    1937 Utah State Fireman's Association 25-Year Service Award for Harry Robbins
    1937 Utah State Fireman's Association 25-Year Service Award for Harry Robbins
    3 August 1937
    1938 Death Certificate for Harry Robbins
    1938 Death Certificate for Harry Robbins
    9 March 1938, Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah

    Name: Harry Robbins
    Marital status: Married
    Spouse: Matilda Long Robbins
    Birth date: 28 Sep 1866
    Birth place: England
    Death date: 9 Mar 1938
    Father: Ralph Robbins
    Mother: Margaret Buckwell
    1938 Obituary of Harry Robbins
    1938 Obituary of Harry Robbins
    12 March 1938, Salt Lake Telegram

    Inspector Robbins died on Wednesday at age 71. His death deprives the fire department of an exceptional officer. He joined the department in 1901. He emigrated to Utah from England in 1896.

    Newspapers.com
    1962 Death Certificate for Matilda Christina Long Robbins
    1962 Death Certificate for Matilda Christina Long Robbins
    16 January 1962, Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah

    Name: Matilda Christina Long Robbins
    Marital status: Widowed
    Spouse: Harry Robbins
    Birth date: 1 Jun 1864
    Birth place: Jersey, Channel Isles
    Death date: 16 Jan 1962
    Father: Robert Henry Long
    Mother: Christina Bridget
    1962 Obituary of Matilda Christina Long Robbins
    1962 Obituary of Matilda Christina Long Robbins
    17 January 1962, The Salt Lake Tribune

    Matilda Christina Long Robbins, 97, died Tuesday at her home. Born 1 Jun 1864 in Jersey, Channel Islands to Robert Henry and Christina Bridget Long. Married Harry Robbins in 1891.

    Survivors: sons Edgar B, Lester, and Gordon and sister Florence Chambers.

    Newspapers.com

    Histories
    Harry Robbins/Matilda Christina Long Family Group Record
    Harry Robbins/Matilda Christina Long Family Group Record
    Source information for records on Harry Robbins and Matilda Christina Long
    Source information for records on Harry Robbins and Matilda Christina Long
    History of the Salt Lake Fire Department, 1852-1901 by George E. Carpenter
    History of the Salt Lake Fire Department, 1852-1901 by George E. Carpenter

  • Sources 
    1. [S73] Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949.
      Name: Harry Robbins
      Death Date: 9 Mar 1938
      Death Place: Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah
      Gender: Male
      Age: 71
      Marital Status: Married
      Race: White
      Birth Date: 28 Sep 1866
      Birth Place: England
      Father's Name: Ralph Robbins
      Mother's name: Margaret Buckwell
      Spouse's Name: Matilda Long Robbins
      Document Type: Certificate of Death

    2. [S12] Find A Grave Index 1800-2012.
      Burial:
      Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park
      Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah, USA
      Plot: Clermont
      Find A Grave Memorial# 50833934