Tom Garton Robinson

Tom Garton Robinson was born February 23, 1937 in Carrizozo, New Mexico to Dr. and Mrs. Van C. Robinson. Raised in Des Moines, Iowa, he graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1955 and received a Bachelor of Science degree from Claremont Men's College in 1958. In 1961, Tom graduated with a geological engineering degree from Colorado School of Mines. From 1961 to 1964 he served as a 1st Lt. in the U.S. Army Engineers outside of Verdun, France. From 1964 to 1972, Tom was employed by Mobil Oil Corp. as a petroleum geologist in Oklahoma City. In 1972, Tom moved to Denver and worked for Vanderbilt Resources and later Consolidated Oil & Gas. In September 1982, Tom founded Dynoil Inc., an oil and gas exploration company with ventures in Kansas, Oklahoma, Colorado, Michigan and Australia. Tom is survived by his wife of 22 years, Peggy, and his three children: Elizabeth Baker of Austin, Andrew Robinson of Denver and Chase Robinson of Denver. He is also survived by seven grandchildren: Hampton, Davis, Henry, Josephine, Annabelle, Lillian and Charlotte. His sister, Anne Bridges, resides in Des Moines. In addition to family and friends, Tom loved bird hunting, fishing, football, foreign travel and his family dogs: Kate, Scout and Lady. He was a tireless worker, true patriot, and a passionate Republican. A private family service will be held. In Tom's memory, donations may be made to the Denver Dumb Friends League, 2080 South Quebec St., Denver 80231.