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Mr. James Arthur "JR" Robinson
07/15/1938 - 01/19/2022
James Arthur Robinson (JR), age 83, passed away on January 19, 2022 at home. JR proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He was past commander and current Judge Advocate of the American Legion Post 79 and active member of the Honor Guard. He served as chairman of the American Legion Department of Virginia Golf Committee. JR was also chairman of Boy State of the 5th district and Post 79. He was a member of Providence Methodist Church. JR was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. He is preceded in death by Luther and Jessie Robinson, parents; Kathleen Stickley, sister; Betty Miller, sister; Luther M. Robinson, brother; and Trevor Robinson, grandson. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Nancy; Beverly Callahan (Mike), daughter; Jimmy Robinson (Cathy), son; Rhonda Dalton (David), daughter; and Darrell Bible, brother; 6 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and many friends. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday January 25th at 2:00 P.M. in Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory with interment to follow in Crestview Memorial Park with full American Legion Post 79 Military Honors. The family will receive friends from 1:00 P.M. until service time in the funeral home. The family would like to express their thanks for the wonderful care given by Hospice of Virginia. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be sent to the American Legion Post 79 Honor Guard, in care of Lewis Wells, 203 Brook Avenue, South Hill, VA 23970. Online condolences may be made through our website, www.crowderhitecrews.com. Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Robinson family.
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Friend of Family
Nancy, Bev, Jimmy, and Rhonda: Our deepest sympathy. Your entire family was part of my growing up in South Hil. I am sorry that we cannot be there for the funeral on Tuesday. Please know that your family has been and now are in our prayers. May God provide the grace that you need for this time and the days to come. 1 Peter 5:7, 10
Member, AL Post 190
Thank you for your lifelong service to our country, Fellow Legionnaire.
friend from post 53 Front Royal
So blessed to have know JR and enjoyed rounds of golf with him. Condolence to each member of his family.
Friend
Rhonda, I am so very sorry for the loss of your father. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort. With deepest sympathy and love, Liz
My deepest sympathy to the entire family. May God bless you. He was a wonderful person.
Sympathy
My deepest and sincere condolences to the Robinson family. JR was the most kind and caring man I know. I am truly appreciative of his service to the country both in and out of uniform. May you rest in peace my friend.
Condolences
Many thoughts and prayers for you, Nancy, Jimmy, Beverly and all of Jimmy’s family! I worked with Nancy and for Jimmy at Aline’s sewing factory. I am very sorry to hear this n May you all have peace of mind knowing he is in God’s hands n loving home! Rest In Peace JR.
South Boston, Va
MY THOUGHTS and PRAYERS are with the FAMILY during this TIME of LOSS of a LOVED ONE. MAY GOD WRAP HIS LOVING and CARING ARMS around the FAMILY during this VERY DIFFICULT TIME
Sons of the American Legion Squad 8
J.R. was a GREAT MAN. Always had a smile and handshake when ever I saw him. He will truly be missed.
My THOUGHTS and PRAYERS are with the FAMILY during this TIME of LOSS of a LOVED ONE. MAY GOD WRAP HIS LOVING and CARING ARMS around the FAMILY during this VERY DIFFICULT TIME
American Legionairre
Rest in piece fellow Legionairee.
It was an Honor
It was an honor that JR let me play golf in his outing twice a year from Columbus, OH. I came to know him and discovered what a wonderful person he was. He was always in a good mood and fun to be with. He will be dearly missed.
Sorry for your loss to Jimmy and family.
Sympathy
My deepest sympathy to entire Robinson family…..May God give you the strength you need to endure the pain of this loss you’re feeling…in Heaven there is no pain, no sorrows….only peace and happiness…He sleeps now but he will wake up in Jesus’s arms safe and secure from all earthly pain…🙏💕🌹
Nephew
MY DEAREST UNCLE, GOD will take care of your family. LOTS of BLESSED MEMORIES. With our LOVE.
So very sorry for your loss.
Thoughts and prayers to the family
Mrs.
JR was a very nice man and God certainly did gain an angel when he called him home. May God be with each member of his family ;especially Jimmy that I know personally; in the months ahead without him. Lots of love from my home to yours.
Co worker
So sorry