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Donald Robinson Obituary

Donald Wayne Robinson, 59, of Salem, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2008. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, August 15, 2008, at John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem, Va., 540-389-5441.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Aug. 15, 2008.

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Jaclyn Harrison

August 15, 2008

Sue,Terri ,and Kelly-I am very sorry for your loss.May god be with you in the days ahead.

Joyce Jones

August 15, 2008

My prayers and condolences are extended to Don's family during your time of bereavement. I was a coworker and union member at G.E. for many years with Don and Lee. Don was a great person to work with and he possessed a great artistic ability and witty sense of humor that I really missed on Fridays.
With sympathy,

mary ann hollandsworth

August 14, 2008

dear susie terriand kelly, i just want ya'll to know what a loyal person your husband and daddy was. he was the outlaw josey wales. he believed in your family and taking of for your kid and friends. he took up for our family more than any of ya'll will ever know. love always m.a.

Randall Woolwine

August 14, 2008

Words can not describe the place we go to after this life, but rest assured it is a far better place with all our old friends there waiting for us.
Randall Woolwine
born and raised an East Bottom Bomber

Danny Hamlin

August 14, 2008

Sue,Terry and Kelly,
I grew up with Donald and ejoyed many days with him and his brothers.We seemed to go our separate ways after we went into the military and got married. I was very proud to have him as a friend in those days. His kindness and laughter will always be remembered.My prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Phyllis Stinson Gilbert

August 14, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. I knew Donald for many years as a co worker at GE. Very sad to hear of his passing.

The Wainwrights/Donahues

August 14, 2008

Our deepest condolences to such a tight, loving family for their loss. We send our love and prayers.

wayne peregoy

August 14, 2008

i am surprised and sadden at donalds passing. knew him for many years as we both grew up on delaware st.,aka east bottm. i was proud to call him a friend. may he rest with god.

Deanna and Tony Park

August 13, 2008

Sue, Terri, Kelly, Duane, Jacob, Olivia - We are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Always remember the good times you had and keep the memories close to your heart. Big D aka PaPa will always be with you.

Joey and Mary Sifers

August 13, 2008

We have known Don for many years and will miss his since of humor. Many times I heard him speak of his children. We are sorry for your loss. This is a sad day.

Carla Ritch

August 13, 2008

Mama Sue, Terri, and Sis - Treasure the memories that you had together and keep each other close.

Ann Duggins

August 13, 2008

Donald and Eddie are together again. I know they must have had a great reunion yesterday.

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