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1940
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2015
Reed Robinson Obituary
Robinson
1940-2015
Born November 28, 1940, Reed was called home on June 4, 2015. Reed was a beloved friend and classmate of the Lamar High School 59ers. Reed appeared as a clown diver at the Shamrock Hotel pool during the 50's and the 60's. He was proud to be a U of H Cougar where he got his degree and then he became a popular and well respected English teacher at Lee High School. Reed served the Houston Astros Baseball team as their mascot, "Chester Charge". He will be remembered for his ribald sense of humor, splendid execution of the "King's English" and his zest for life.
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Memories and Condolences
for Reed Robinson
Bill Palmer, M.I.M.C.
June 29, 2025
I remember watching Reed conduct the Lamar High School mixed chorus. He was a gifted natural comedian.
Amy Cadenhead Kyle
January 27, 2024
He was the best English teacher. Canterbury Tales - anyone who had him knows what I´m talking about!. Sold boats as a second job during those days.....Class of `75 Good man & great soul
Rob Liv
June 29, 2022
Will never forget knowing Reed during our days at Johnston Junior High on Cleburne. I went on to San Jacinto and Reed proceeded to Lamar.
Willard Palmer (Bill Palmer)
June 29, 2021
I remember Reed very fondly. I don't think anyone who went to Lamar High School between 1957 and 1960 would say that they don't remember him. He was amazing. He was outgoing. And he was what we called "a character." One of my fondest memories of Reed was when he directed the mixed chorus in "It's a Great Night for Singing." He stood on a bar stool to direct the chorus. Each time the "falling, falling in love" lyric was sung, he fell off the bar stool.
His work with the March of Dimes was very important to him.
Valerie Sisk
February 3, 2021
I was telling a co-worker about you today and how much fun you were as a teacher at Robert E. Lee, Houston. As I was searching to find information about you as Chester Charge of the Astros, I saw where you passed. Thank you for all the memories and being a great teacher.
Valerie Cooper Sisk, Class of 1982
Parker Detweiler
July 18, 2018
Well Reed, we met in the 70's. I was selling boats on westpark and you were the parts dept. again in the early 80's on University , you ambled in for a haircut, for the next 7-8 yrs and then you were gone. I'll see you again soon i'm sure....
Brooke Sebastian (Hollowell)
August 16, 2016
Absolutely the best English teacher ! I am a teacher now and I' m sure it's because of him ! Class of 85
June 24, 2016
Well what a friend, helper man, talented English teacher, story telling buddie, fisherman, swimmer/diver/showman, traveler and always ' up ' with positive attitudes at all times. Heaven' been graced with ' one of God's best ! " John Asa Weldon, Lamar " Redskins " Class of 1959.
Casey Henderson
February 11, 2016
Miss you, Reed. Sorry I didn't get a chance to see you prior to your departure. I really, really enjoyed your company.. or me being yours.
William Wallace
January 22, 2016
Heck of a Teacher and really made an impact on the lives of students. I remember his reading of Beowulf to this day and how great of a job he did. He made an everlasting impact on my life as he did for hundreds, if not thousands, of other student.
William Wallace - C/O 86
Linda Shuler
August 21, 2015
Reed was a gifted, special person with a wry sense of humor and a huge heart. I loved directing him in many of the Lee musicals, especially as the delightful wizard in The Wizard of Oz, and as Big Jim in Guys and Dolls. Reed is fondly remembered and truly missed.
Bob Padfield
August 4, 2015
I just left the final farewell service for Reed and am filled with varied emotions. Guilt, for not keeping in touch with this little man of many talents. Joy, for the memories I have of our childhood years and HS together. Sadness for not being able to help him in his later years when he needed others. Contentment, knowing that he was "saved" and a lover of Jesus Christ which assure me that we will meet again. Thank you Reed for all the great memories and for not breaking my back as we sailed through the air from the 5 meter platform into the pool at the Shamrock so many times. Rest my friend.
July 25, 2015
I was a dwarf with him in Snow White and the seven dwarf's in the late 40's. Reed was a close friend on mine. Janet Hopper. Rest in peace Reed.
John Phillips
Pamela Ballard-Miller
July 16, 2015
What a wonderful voice he had in the Lamar Mixed Chorus. He was always kind and fun loving. It's so nice to see how many young lives he touched. God Bless you Reed.
Pam
Gerald Franklin
July 16, 2015
Although he was a year ahead of me we were friends at Lamar and later in life. A wonderful guy with a quick wit and a smile for all. Houston will be the poorer with his passing.
Gerald Franklin
LAMAR '60
July 15, 2015
He was always a fun loving guy and friend. Sorry to hear of his passing. Jessica darling sylvester
July 8, 2015
Reed was a competition diver on the Lamar swim team - he was a great competitor. I was a pleasure knowing him and having him as a part of our team.
Dr. James Voorhees, class of 1960
milton and jackie peacock
July 8, 2015
So sorry to hear reed has left us the fun times we had with him and buddy dacus and the gang will always make us smile
Willard Palmer
July 8, 2015
Reed was one of the most unforgettable members of the class of 1959. I remember watching him conduct "It's a Great Night for Singing" with the Lamar High School Mixed Chorus. My brother had one of his English classes at Lee High School, and was very much impressed with him, as well. We maintained contact for a while after high school. He was, as the British say, "a one-off." There was nobody ever like him before, and there never will be again.
Willard A. Palmer, III -- Lamar High School, Class of 1960
Best English Teacher ... ever.
Debbie Greenberg
July 7, 2015
James Rhiddlehoover
July 6, 2015
He was a great teacher of life and English. He will be missed.
Ronn Rowland, Class of 1974
July 6, 2015
One of the most beloved teachers at Lee High School, if not the most beloved. Also performed at Astroworld.
Angel (Hawkins) Blackley
July 6, 2015
He was one f my favorite teachers of all times. He taugt me to appreciate life .
Class of 78
Jennifer Lyon
July 6, 2015
My dear Reed,
You were such a great guy and wonderful person...I met you my first day of my freshman year at Robert E. Lee, thanks to my good friend and neighbor Marcy Soloman. She told me "I HAD to meet you, she knew I would like your personality. You made me laugh for the next 4 years!! And well beyond...thank you for always being there for me. You had the kindest heart...and so many friends - so many saw that bright light shining and wanted to be near to it. I only wish I had spent some time with you of late....we never know in life when that's going to be it, no more chances to say goodbye. I know that you are with your beloved mother and Kahlua your baby.
I miss you already!!
Love,
Jen
Kathleen King Milford, class of '74
July 6, 2015
One of my favorite teachers I was lucky enough to have him for two years. Saw him at many Astros baseball games.
Karen Greenwalt, Class of '86
July 6, 2015
Heaven is in for a real treat!
Karen Greenwalt, Class of '86
July 6, 2015
Heaven is in for a real treat!
DeAnn Lechtenberger
July 6, 2015
This teacher made English come alive for those of us who were blessed to have him for class at Robert E. Lee High School. Your love for life and enthusiasm for the English language, Shakespeare, and drama helped engage us in learning and becoming the best we could be. Rest in Peace and may you enjoy entertaining the angels in heaven.
DeAnn Lechtenberger, class of 1972
July 6, 2015
Thank you for all the laughs and great memories. Looking back on those fun times makes me smile. I'm glad God had our paths cross. I'm proud to have known you as a teacher and blessed to have you as a friend. Rest in peace Reed. Love Pam Bingham
Sharon Bond Levell
July 6, 2015
For our favorite teacher! Rest in Peace Reed!
July 5, 2015
One of the best teachers I EVER had. I'll never forget you.
Eileen Fenske
Class of 1975
Paul Orseck
July 5, 2015
Great guy! Hired him for a print ad. He was so good, I gave him a Cross pen. Got a note from him saying he'd always wanted a Cross pen. He said "Thank you, Weaver of Dreams."
Carolina Delgado
July 5, 2015
You lived your life how you wanted and with gusto. Reed, for being my teacher and for being my friend, thank you.
Ellen Sussman-Patton
July 5, 2015
Rest in Peace Mr. Robinson. You made Lee High School more enjoyable for our class of '82.
Ikie Washington-Cofield
July 5, 2015
You were the best and most awesome teacher of them all at Robert E. LEE. I was touched in every way by your teaching and your compassion for your classroom. I so much happy when I realized it was indeed you when I begin coming to where you were. I'm honored to have been your student.
Susie Credeur
July 5, 2015
So positive, great sense of humor. Little guy with a big heart. Great teacher too. RIP. We will never forget you.
Trish Dillon
July 5, 2015
You sweet man, you will always be remembered by so many young lives you molded at Robert E Lee High School! May you rest with God and know your life work was important.
Trish Dillon
Class of 1982
Steve Stokes
July 5, 2015
I was lucky enough to have Mr. Robinson for English two years in a row. He was like no other and the thought of him still brings a smile to my face. A lover of life and a good joke, he will be missed by many.
Sharon Bond Levell
July 5, 2015
I am truly saddened to hear of Mr. Robinson's passing. I had him for English at Robert E. Lee in 1977/1978 and absolutely love him! I'll never forget when I fell asleep at my desk one day and he snuck up on me and hit the corner of my desk with his ruler!! I opened my eyes, and there was his face just smiling!! I know he will be missed by many! Rest in peace Winny!!
Sharon Bond Levell
July 5, 2015
I remember Reed Robinson from my first day at Johnston Junior High on Cleburne. We were in several classes together doing our tenure there. Reed went to Lamar and I moved on to San Jacinto. I saw Reed's picture and I saw his name mentioned many times over the years.
Rest in Peace, Reed, in God's hands.
Jennifer Bourgoyne
July 5, 2015
One of a kind Sir, one of a kind. With gratitude...
Karen Tong Abbott
July 5, 2015
Reed was that teacher that really made an impact in so many young people's lives. He was one of the 'good guys'. I can't help but chuckle thinking about the so many funny memories!
Stephanie Spencer- Lawson
July 5, 2015
Rest in peace my dear friend.
Chantal Bon
July 5, 2015
So very sorry to hear of his passing. He was a fantastic teacher who always knew how to put a humorous spin into things and make them less tedious. Rest in peace, Reed....go shake things up in heaven! :)
July 5, 2015
My sympathy for the loss of Mr. Robinson. May the God of all comfort be with you in this time of sorrow.
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