FAMILY
NEWS BULLETIN
FAMILY
NEWS BULLETIN
Updated 10/28/2008
As many of you know Leonard “Sonny” Lee Robinson went to his eternal rest this
past Sunday night Oct.26, 2008.
He and his twin sister Gloria Wilkins celebrated their 76th birthday
three days before on Oct. 23rd.
Gloria has rushed to Leonard’s home in Shepherdstown, West Virginia and has
relayed the following information to Bernie Rowe regarding services for
her beloved brother.
Funeral Services:
WHO:
Leonard (Sonny) Lee Robinson
When : Friday 10/31/2008 11:00 AM - Services Start note: 10:30 AM -
11:00AM meet / greet Family
Where: Asbury United Methodist Church, Shepherdstown, West Virginia
Route 480 South
4257 Kearneyville Pike
Shepherdstown, West Virginia 25443
The
picture below was taken at the 2007 Family Reunion
My Grandmother Christian Ann Robinson Broady wrote what I consider to be a very
touching poem on the occasion of the passing of Leonard’s father,
Carrington Robinson and I thought I would share it you family members at this
time.
Ode to Carrington
To die in Christ is a wonderful thing ,
It leaves those behind courage to sing.
When hope is departing, the outlook is grim
To die in Christ says volume them
It whispers, “parents, be of good cheer,
Your son did his duty while he was here”.
To die in Christ means that you are all right:
You never gave up though tough was the fight.
Grandpa was used to say, “that boy has grit:
He’s in win, he never will quit”.
“You’ll hear it, you’ll hear it, and you’ll actually hear it,
Don’t give up son, fight! And don’t fear it.”
To die in Christ you must live the life;
This Carrington did; I know for myself.
Early in life he picked his life’s friend.
The same good boy not easy to bend-
Although young he acted a man
I almost heard him saying, “ I can!”
Get the Lord on your side, in your early days.
Religion you get then invariably stays.
You are a flower…. There is something to heed
Although we loved you in body and deed.
With your colors still flying death is no ban-
I’m so glad you kept saying “I can”
By Carrington’s Aunt
Christian Ann Robinson Broady
This poem was written on or about Jan 15th 1934 and although it is
nearly 75 years old it still has meaning to us as a family.
For Leonard’s immediate family members know that all the Robinson Family’s
prayers are with you.
Updated 1/28/2008
The 2008 Family Reunion will Be held July 4th, 5th and 6th at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Valley Forge Pa
Please Read the 2008 Family Reunion NewsLetter click here
Updated 5/20/2007
The 2007 Family Reunion will be held July 26th - July 29 at the Holiday Inn East, in Harrisburg Pa.
The 2006 Family Reunion will held July 28th, 29, 30th at the Embassy Suites - Dulles Airport located
13341 Woodland Park Road, Herndon, Virginia, United States 20171
Please Read the 20006 Reunion Letter no. 1 click here
The latest Reunion Newsletter from the Philadelphia Committee Click here to read the letter
Updated 6/27/2003
Please Read the Reunion Letter(click here to go straight to it)\ReunionLetters\Letter2-2003.html
The family reunion is fast approaching and we need to hear from you. Make your reservations now.
A message from the Jones Family
"In God's Will Lies Our Peace"
~~~~~~~Dante
To the Robinson Family thank you for friendship, prayers and kindness in response to Bob's death.
We are grateful for your calls, cards, visits, and many expressions of love. Forever etched in our memories are the truly great and wonderful times we had at family reunions and gatherings. The laughter and tears, the visits to the Tannehill home place, the love and fellowship we've enjoyed thru the year.
What a blessing you have been. We thank God for Bob's Life and all we shared together. God Bless you for beings there for us. We thank you and we love you.
Wilma, Bobby Jr,
And Michael Jones
Updated 3/3/2003
The 2003 Family Reunion will be held July 26th, 27th and 28th at the Greenbel Marriot 6400 Ivy Lane Greenbelt, MD 20770 Phone: 1 301-441-3700 Fax: 1 301-441-3995
To make reservations by phone, call 1-800-228-9290
| Facilities & Services | Guest Room Amenities | |
| On-site Restaurant | 2-line phone | |
| Room Service | Speaker phone | |
| Coffee Shop | Voice mail | |
| Cocktail Lounge | Data ports on phone | |
| Laundry valet | Work desk with lamp | |
| Self service laundry facilities | TV with remote control | |
| Child care services available | Cable/satellite TV | |
| Concierge services | All-news channel | |
| Gift shop/newsstand | In-room movies | |
| Full business center | Newspaper delivered (Mon-Fri) | |
| Secretarial services available | Wet bar in some rooms | |
| Safe deposit box at front desk | Iron and ironing board | |
| Hairdryer | Complimentary in-room coffee | |
| Cribs available |
Restaurants & Lounges
Pitchers Pub open for breakfast, lunch, dinner
Silver Moon Cafe (American) open for breakfast, lunch, dinner
Starbuck's Kiosk
TGI FRIDAYS (American, nearby) open for lunch, dinner
Updated 12/24/2002
Dear Family, We regret to inform you of the passing of Robert L. Jones,Wilma Jones husband and Meri Jones Brother-in-law ,which is Wali's Brother and Frenchie's rode buddy.He passed this life on December 20,2002.Tenative arrangements;Friday, December 27,2002.Viewing 9:00-11:00.Services 11:00 at the 90th Street Mount Hermon Baptist Church.Pastor Warren Robinson will be in charge.Please show God's Love to Wilma and Family.Cards can be sent to -5937 Latona Street-19143.Continue to pray for Wilma,Michael,Bob Jr.and the entire Jones Family.GOD BLESS YOU ALL !!!!!!
Upated 10/17/2002
Cousin Diane, daughter of Uncle Norman, passed on Sunday Oct. 13, 2002, John X. Robinson will be conducting the service.
This is how the card read:
We regret to inform you of the death of
Jacqueline D. Lindsey which occurred on Sun. Oct.. 13, 2002
Viewing Mon. Oct. 21, 2002 from 10-11A.M.
at Baker Funeral Home LTD
Funeral Service will be held Monday Oct. 21, 2002
at Baker Funeral Home LTD. at 11:00 A.M.
Interment Rolling Green Cemetery
Baker Funeral Home, LTD.
2008 North Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19132
215-763-5590
Upated
9/23/2002
OUR BELOVED SISTER DORIES WHITE WILL BE LAID TO REST ON MONDAY 23, 2002 AT THE 90TH STREET MOUNT HERMAN BAPTIST CHURCH -VIEWING 9:00 AM TO 11:00AM- SERVICES AT 11:00. 6232-34 JEFFERSON STREET 19151 PHILADELPHIA ,PA
PRAY FOR THE FAMILY!!!!!
Updated 9/23/2002
The newest Robinson
Ahjae Nichola Batts September 21, 2002 - 6 lbs. 14 oz.
Mother - Tene Batts daughter of Saundra Broady Rutledge
Father - John Batts
Updated
8/6/2002
Cousin Matt (Buzzy) Robinson passed away Monday morning, August 5th 2002.
Buzzy, as he was affectionately known was born in Philadelphia on January 1, 1937. His father Uncle Matt Sr. was a columnist for the old Philadelphia Independent and one of the first black columnists for the Philadelphia Inquirer. His mother, Aunt Marie was an elementary school teacher.
Matt Jr. (Buzzy) was one of the originators of the PBS program "Sesame Street" and starred as the original character "GORDON". He went on to produce and write films and plays including the movie "Amazing Grace," and the critically acclaimed off Broadway production of "The Confessions of Step-n-Fetchit." Mathew Buzzy Robinson was a writer, a story editor and producer of the Bill Cosby Show for seven seasons.
Matt went to his rest after a near 20 year battle with Parkinson decease. He is survived by daughter, actress Holly Robinson Peete, son Matt Robinson III, their mother Dolores Robinson and five grandchildren.
We ask for God in his unbounded mercy to bless Matt's family and friends.
A Memorial service is scheduled for Friday August 9th 2002 at 11:00AM at the Writer's Guild of America Theater in Beverly Hills, CA. the family is asking that in lieu of flowers, a donation be maid to the HollyRod Foundation in honor of Matt's life and passing. The phone number is (310)385-1590
Updated 7/15/2002
Rev. Russell Robinson was called home on Friday July 12, 2002. He will lay in state on Friday July 19th, 2002 from 12 noon to 7:00 PM. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday Friday July 19th, 2002 at 90th Street Mount Hermon Baptist Church - 62nd Jefferson St. Philadelphia, Pa 1951
Call Frenchie for Directions and other information (215)877-8344
He will be
missed
Updated 7/4/2002
On Friday June 28, 2002 in the early morning the Lord called our beloved Stephanie Sherrie Gray Broady home. Stephanie at 34 was the mother of Kayla and Isaiah Wardell and wife of Wardell Broady Jr. Services for Stephanie will held on Saturday July 6, 2002 at University United Methodist Church at 3621 Campus Drive in College Park Maryland.
Stephanie
we miss you
Updated 6/19/2002
PLEASE BOOK YOUR HOTEL ROOMS NOW!!! The rate of $79.00 will only last until June 29th after that the rate goes up to $135.00 a night
Updated 4/26/2002
The Atlanta Committee has some update information that needs to get out ASAP. We will be mailing this letter soon so keep your eyes out for it and keep planning on coming 'Together Again...Atlanta 2002' . If you have any questions please email www.reunion@robinsonfamily1.com or reply back to me at the above address. Click here to view the latest Family Reunion Newsletter letter.
Updated 4/2/2002
On Wednesday March 27th shortly before 11:42pm beloved Valencia Howell, wife of Keith Howell, mother of Marcaz and Gary Keith II. departed this life.
Keith has started a fund in Valencia's memory: Marcaz V. Howell & Gary Keith II, Howell Education Fund
Bank: Wachovia Bank
Routing # 061000010
Address: 3982 Austell / Powder Springs Road
Powder Springs, GA 30127
Attn: Beverly Groover - (770- 439-4503)
Funeral Information:
Church: New Hope Missionary Baptist, Powder Springs, GA
Rev: Ralph Steed
Date: April 6, 2002
Wake Starts: 12:00 noon - 1:00 PM
Funeral will follow the wake
Dawson Mortuary (404) 691-3810
300 MLK JR Drive SW
Atlanta, GA 30311
Our deepest sympathies are extended to the Howells and close relatives and friends of Valencia, in this mournful time.
LINNIE WE LOVE YOU
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