News about the Robinson Family

The Courier: Commitment to patriotism runs deep in many area residents, but for one local family, the tradition begins with infants younger than 3 months old.

Military service is a tradition in the family of Elizabeth and Wilson Robinson, of Conroe.

To honor their grandchildren now serving in the U.S. Army and Navy, the couple commissioned a patriotic photo of Riley Forman, their first great-grandson born June 13.

"All of the kids in the service were very pleased with the photo," Elizabeth said. "Our grandson, Philip DuBose, insisted on taking copies of it back to Camp Anaconda in Iraq."

The image, shot by central Texas family photographer Chris Orchenski, shows the 2-month-old Riley sleeping comfortably in an American flag.

"It was a real privilege to be involved in creating the patriotic image for the family," Orchenski said. "I think there is a strong message there." Elizabeth agreed.

"It has great symbolism for our family and perhaps other families," she said. "We can enjoy a peaceful life because of the sacrifices made by those in the military." The Robinsons' grandchildren currently serving in the military include First Sgt. Noah Edney, U.S. Army, serving in Baghdad; SPC Philip DuBose, U.S. Army, serving at Camp Anaconda in Iraq; Elisa DuBose, MM3, U.S. Navy, serving aboard the U.S.S. Kitty Hawk aircraft carrier; and Phillip Damuth FT3 (SS), serving in the submarine service out of Seattle, Wash.

Serving in the military is a tradition being handed down through the family, according to Wilson.

"My husband served in both the U.S. Army Reserve and National Guard," she said. "We've always encouraged a commitment to God and country."

For information on photographer Chris Orchenski, or the image she created, visit her Web site at www.amemorycatcher.com.