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Dorothy Robinson Obituary
A native and lifelong resident of Newport News, Va., she was born Dec. 9, 1945, to Eula M. Acker and the late Clarence L. Acker Sr.
Dorothy was a 1965 graduate of George Washington Carver High School, a former employee of the Newport News Shipyard and was a member of First Baptist Church Jefferson Park.
She was preceded in death by her youngest son, Anthony L. Robinson and her father, Clarence L. Acker Sr.
She leaves to cherish her memories, her mother, Eula M. Acker; two sons, Econto Robinson (Loraine) and James Robinson Jr.; and a special friend, Kim; two brothers, Clarence L. Acker Jr. and Thomas E. Acker; her husband, James Robinson Sr.; one step daughter, Charmel Gooch; six grandchildren, one great-granddaughter; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.
A Homecoming Celebration will be held noon Friday, Sept. 5, at First Baptist Church Jefferson Park with Dr. Reginald C. Woodhouse, pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Hampton Memorial Gardens. Viewing from noon to 5 p.m. Thursday, at Berceuse Funeral and Cremations Traditions, 2609 Cunningham Drive, Hampton, and two hours prior to the service Friday at the Church.
Arrangements by Poole's Funeral Home, Sabrina Hardy-Newby, Funeral Directress, 757-357-4742. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dorothy Robinson
Alberta Taliaferro
September 30, 2008
Much condolesences to the Robinson family, I was sadden to hear that a wonderful friend had passed away. Dot was a friend in deed. I will always treasure the memories we shared. When the Lord calls our loved ones home, he leaves a gift of memories in exchange. And memories are the legacy of love. Dot will be truly missed. I will continue to keep the family in prayer now and always. Love Alberta "Bert" Taliaferro
jackie dinkins
September 18, 2008
On behalf of my family, I extend our heartfelt condolesences to Eula Acker and family. Dot will be missed but God loved her best. She is resting now because she is pain free. Rest my Friend-you will be missed.
willie & jackie dinkins/ nicole & family
Reace & Levolia Pickens
September 8, 2008
Our condolesences to the Ackers/Robinson family in the loss of your loved one. Our prayers and thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow. May God bless you and the family and give you strength now and in the days to come.
Pat Hodge
September 7, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this your time of sorrow. I'm keeping you all close in my heart.
Aretha Blow
September 5, 2008
My brother and I extend our condolesences to the Acker/Robinson family during their time of sorrow.
Aretha (Sista) Blow and Rufus (Mann) Blow III
Cheryl Mitchell
September 5, 2008
May God bless you and your family during this time of sorrow. Special friends Tobias and Cheryl Mitchell and family.
Belinda Jones
September 5, 2008
My condolesences to the Ackers/Robinson family in their time of loss.Dot will always remain in my heart and memories.God will give your family strength now and the days to come. Her special friend.
Barbara Price
September 4, 2008
Jackie, In the loss of Your Aunt;
We are never prepared for the loss of a loved one, but God is always prepared to help us through that loss.
May His presence begin the healing in your heart and soul. And may His love surround you with the comfort only He can give.
Barbara & Alphonso Price
Patricia Patton
September 4, 2008
From your family in Honea Path, SC,
Eula Mae and family we grieve along with you and other family members. We loved Dot as well and are praying for all of you.
In God's Love
Dorothy Reeder
Patricia R. Patton
Coree Reeder, Jr.
Tonya Patton & Family
Gerald Patton & Family
Liberty Baptist Church Family
Mary Brown
September 4, 2008
sorry to hear about your loss. Dot you will be missed.
Percell,Mary Brown & Jo Ann Jones
Temeka Baker
September 4, 2008
Warm Summer Sun
Warm summer sun,
Shine kindly here,
Warm southern wind,
Blow softly here.
Green sod above,
Lie light, lie light.
Good night, dear heart,
Good night, good night.
By Mark Twain (Samuel Langhorne Clemens)
The Poetry Foundation
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