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Dolly Mabel Grubb (Grannymother) Robinson, 94, of Wytheville, passed away Saturday, December 26, 2009 at her home. She was the daughter of the late Walter and Georgia Anna Etter Grubb. She presently attended the Original Church of God, enjoyed traveling, working outside, and family activities. She worked for many years at the Jafree Shirt Factory and Retired from the Dietary Department at Birdmont Manor. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lomie Robinson, seven brothers, and four sisters. She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law Patsye Underwood, of Wytheville, Janie and June Jones, of Wytheville, Loma and Doug Porter, of Wytheville; son-in-law, Harold Underwood; sisters-in-law, Eula Arnold, Evelyn Robinson, both of Wytheville; grandchildren and spouses, Jim Underwood, Robyn Underwood, Barry and Crystal Underwood, Bryan Underwood, Dale and Janet Jones, Dreama and Jason Walters, Angel and Stacy Spangler, Delta and Tad Hutton; great-grandchildren, Brenton Underwood, Savanna Underwood, Jacob Underwood, Josh Underwood, Jason Underwood, Alan Jones, Bailey Walters, Brady Walters, Riley Spangler, Mia Spangler and Cole Hutton; numerous nieces; nephews; and other friends also survive. Funeral service will be Tuesday 2 p.m. in the Grubb Funeral Home Chapel conducted by the Rev. Richard Collins, the Rev. Marty Stallard, and the Rev. Tom Ballard with the interment in the Evergreen Methodist Cemetery. Family will receive friends at Grubb Funeral Home Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. 8:00 p.m. Grubb Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Dec. 28, 2009.

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Robyn Underwood

January 22, 2010

I'm selfish......... wish you were still here. I try to remember that you're near us at all times because you are buried deep in our hearts. There will never be another person like you in any of our lives. I guess you only get to have one Grannymother. But what a wonderful one you were. We all miss you and everyday one of us thinks of a funny story. You were our biggest fan. We're homesick for you and we will all see you soon. We will always laugh about your Vicks. haha I'll bet you're making them laugh in Heaven.

Angel Spangler

January 14, 2010

Grannymother....we continue to miss you very much! But, also, very glad you are whole again. Happy Birthday to you in Heaven. Until we meet again! Love you, Angel

Bryan Underwood

January 9, 2010

Thinking about you tonight, Grannymother... and missing you.

Vicki (Mathews) Aker

January 5, 2010

Sorry to hear about your mom. She and Lomie will always be remembered from the Gospel Tabernacle. May God bless and comfort all.

Jerry Conway

January 3, 2010

Patsye and family so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother you all our in my thoughts and prayers at this very sorrowful time.

January 3, 2010

Patsy, Janey, and LomaSharon, I'm so sorry for your loss. She was a great
lady. She was always so good to me. I loved spending the night at your house.
She treated me like one of her children. I have great memories of those days of long ago.
My prayers are with all of you.
Mary Sue Tomey

January 3, 2010

Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Jeb, Rita [Kegley], and Nikki Huddle

January 2, 2010

WE WERE SAD TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. WE PRAY THAT GOD WILL GIVE YOU COMFORT AND
HELP YOU TO ALWAYS HAVE THE BEST AND FONDEST MEMORIES. KEEPING YOU IN OUR PRAYERS.
EDDIE, KAREN, LACY AND KENNETH KEGLEY.

Bryan Underwood

December 31, 2009

I can only imagine what it will be like when I walk by your side. I can only imagine what my eyes will see when your face is before me. I can only imagine.

I wasn't there when you entered this world, but I was blessed enough to be by you as you left here and entered heaven. It still hasn't really hit me that you're not longer physically among us. I could never, and can never thank you enough for everything that you did for us: the things we knew you did, and for the many things I'm sure we were never aware of. In your hands, no one was ever hungry, or unloved, or ever was without a place to lay their heads. You loved unconditionally and freely. I know that heaven was ablaze the moment you walked through the gates... and with a special place waiting for you, no doubt. Am I sad? More than you'll ever know. You were my buddy.... and I'll miss answering your Saturday morning phone calls (BIG DOLLY!!!). But, what a legacy you leave us... and what a life of example you provided. You were, and still are the bomb, Grannymother. All grandmothers are special... but you were one of a kind. And I'm honored, and beyond blessed to have called you mine.
I miss you. I love you more now than ever, and can't wait to see you one day.

doris crittenden

December 31, 2009

Sincere sympathy to each of you and may God bless you at this sad time. She shared some of her memories with me at our last meeting, a remarkable lady who reminded me so much of her mother. Doris Grubb Crittenden,
charlotte, N.C.

Cooley

December 29, 2009

Deepest sympathy to the family for your loss. Grannymother was a wonderful lady, one of a kind and will live on in each of you. We are all richer to have known her.

Rhonda, Herb, Zach and Tara

Edward Thacker

December 29, 2009

Along with my brother, Robert, and sister, Lisa, I have very fond memories of our childhood visits to Austinville. With my dad in the Air Force it seemed liked we never got to come often enough. We always called Aunt Dolly the "Kissing Aunt" because each time she saw us she would grab us up and kiss, kiss, kiss. I remember standing next to her in 1991 as she gently patted the top of my granfather Henry Grubb's coffin and softly repeated his name. I knew then that she wasn't thinking about an 87 year old man being laid to rest but of a still teen-age boy, telling stories, teasing her, and probably pulling her hair. We'll always remember Aunt Dolly's smile and her laughter. We know everyone who knew her will too.

December 29, 2009

Prayers are with your family, Mike Dugger

December 29, 2009

So sorry to hear of your loss, Jim. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Melissa Morgan

Ronda S. Murphy

December 29, 2009

My thoughts are with you Jim and your family as you grieve the loss of your dear grandmother. I hope you all find comfort in looking back on her 94 years on our blue marble called Earth. And I hope you celebrate the times you had with her.

Bob & Loretta Templeton

December 28, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. Grannymother was an energetic, witty, and loving woman. She made a lasting impression upon meeting her. She is alive in each of you as you all have her charisma of spreading joy, love and laughter. Our prayer is that God comforts you in your times of sadness, gives you the strength you need to live life without this precious loved one, and builds your hope on His promise of spending eternity in heaven where Grannymother awaits our arrival. With love, Bob and Loretta Templeton

December 28, 2009

May God bless your family in this time of loss. We will remember you in our prayers.
Joel and Rhonda Coman

Karen Magill

December 28, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you Jim, and your family. Your grandmother sounds like she was an absolutely wonderful, vibrant lady and the world is much better for her being in it and leaving her memories and teachings behind. Your family was truly blessed.

Dreama Scott

December 28, 2009

Jimmy Dean,
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Robyn, Patsy, Janie and all your family during this difficult time. May you find peace knowing that she has gone to a place where the grass is always green and the flowers are forever blooming.

December 28, 2009

to the underwoods and families,my sympathies are with each and every one of you.i never met grannymother, but i do know a few of you that were very important in her life. now is the time to hold tight to each other and help each other through this. kim holbrook-lambert

kim holbrook-lambert

December 28, 2009

to the underwoods and families,my sympathies are with each and every one of you.i never met grannymother, but i do know a few of you that were very important in her life. now is the time to hold tight to each other and help each other through this. kim holbrook-lambert

Kristina Light

December 28, 2009

My prayers are with Grannymother's family. Jim, my heart goes out to you and your family. May she be at peace in God's arms.

Virgie Grubb Kincer

December 28, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Robyn Underwood

December 28, 2009

Dear Grannymother,
It's still hard to believe that you are not here with us but we know that if we all do what you taught us to do we will all be with you and PawPaw again soon! I have so many wonderful memories of you and there will not a day go by that I don't think of you. You are deep in my heart. I hope that we can live up to the legacy you are leaving behind for us. We're going to try hard. Thanks for all you did for us. I know I wouldn't be the person that I am today if you had not been in my life. I love you always and can't wait to see you again.

Robyn

December 28, 2009

To the family of Grannymother: What a wonderful angel God has in Heaven. I bet she is entertaining every one there. She was always the life of the party! Hold dear your memories and know that she is looking down on you each and every day!

Love all of you guys!!

Dawn Thompson

Edmund Feeney

December 28, 2009

My heart goes out to all friends and family for your loss

Steve & Katie Dinger

December 28, 2009

Our deepest sympathy to you all. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this time of grief.

Donna Hulsizer

December 28, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, now in your time of loss, and always.

Joanne Zarola

December 28, 2009

My Prayers are with you and your beloved GrannyMother. God has truly called home one of His angels. Jim Underwood, your GrannyMother was a wonderful Child of God, and is in His loving arms now! Blessings for you and all of your family now at this sad time..

Patsy King Littreal

December 28, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Our family, Clyde and Lucille King, were so blessed to have known Dolly and Lomie. I have precious memories attending church on Marshall Street with Rev. and Mrs. Freeman and Ruthie, Dolly and Lomie singing, Lomie clowning with we kids; Dolly's hair always in a perfect twist; a beautiful person. We will always feel they are a part of our family and will cherish our memories. God bless the Robinson family.

Kay & Loring Pattison

December 28, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Freda Doss

December 28, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Angel Spangler

December 28, 2009

Thank you to my Grannymother for all of the wonderful memories that she gave us. We will cherish them forever. She may be gone from her earthly home, but we have comfort knowing she is with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in Heaven. I am so thankful that she is resting in peace and is in pain no more. I love you Grannymother and miss you, but I will hold you in my heart forever until we meet again! Love, Angel

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