Helen M'liss Whitcomb Robinson

Helen was born Jan. 27, 1906 in Friend, Saline, Nebraska, to James Edward Whitcomb and Lucy Maude Miller,
being the eldest of 4 children. At 15, her family moved to Long Beach, CA., and she married at age 18
on Mar 7, 1924 to Leslie Robinson, who was 12 years her senior. Together they had a daughter and a son.

During WWII Helen was a paint inspector for Douglas Aircraft for 2 years. She also ran the Helendale guest ranch
by herself for 17 years. Helen was a remarkable cook and excellent homemaker.
She passed away Sept. 4, 1989 in Laguna Hills, CA, at the age of 83, 14 years after the passing of her husband.

James, Lucy and Helen Whitcomb, circa 1907

4 Generations - Mary Huldah Harrison, Lucy Maude Miller, Margaret Jane Erwin and Helen Whitcomb, age 1, 1907

Lucy Maude Miller Whitcomb with her brother George and daughter Helen"

The Robinson Family, circa 1932

The Robinson Family, circa 1943

Helen Robinson, circa 1979, age 73.

Helen had an extensive antique doll collection.
This picture was taken at her home in Laguna Hills, CA, circa 1983, age 77.

Helen's Gallery

Helen didn't start painting until her senior years, but definitely had a talent for it.
Most of the following oil paintings grace the home of her son.