Photo courtesy of Mercy Funeral System, Inc.
Beaumont, Texas
May 21, 1939 – Jan 26, 2023
Minister George "Tootie" Robinson, 83, of Beaumont, Texas passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2023 in Beaumont, Texas.
The Celebration Services for Minister Robinson will be at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 4, 2023 at Mt. Gilead Baptist Church (710 IH-10 East - Beaumont, Texas 77703). With Entombment Service to follow at Magnolia Cemetery in Beaumont, Texas under the direction of Mercy Funeral Home. A public viewing will be held for Minister Robinson from 12:00 noon until 5:00 pm on Friday, February 3, 2023 at Mercy Funeral Home Chapel and visitation on Saturday, February 4, 2023 from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm at the church, with the practice of social distancing and facial masks required.
Life and Legacy of Minister George Malcolm Robinson
Minister George Malcolm “Tootie” Robinson was born on May 21, 1939 to Jim and Ethel Robinson in Beaumont, Texas. He was preceded in death by both parents, one sister Dorothy M. Cartwright, and two brothers, Leroy and Oscar Taylor.
George leaves to cherish his memory and in the care of God his wife of 39 years, Lee Anna (Maiden name Davis); two sons, Arthur R. Morris Jr. (JoCarolyn) and Reginald K. Morris (Tonya) of Houston, Texas; one brother, Billy Robinson; one great niece, Dorothy Marie Jones (Robert) of Houston, Texas; and a host of friends and sisters and brothers in Christ.
George graduated from Charlton Pollard High School with the Class of 1957.
He was a faithful worker and member of Faith Christian Center Church for 21 years. George loved serving in church and actively supported several other churches. He was frequently on the phone praying with and for others. He attended Classes with the Beaumont Chapter of the Therapon Institute and received a certificate for faith based counseling. Then attended monthly CEU classes to maintain certification. He attended Morehouse College seminary classes for 2 years through Antioch Missionary Baptist Church and Cathedral of Faith Baptist Church and graduated from Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia with a Minister’s Certificate.
George was employed at Sun Oil for 3 years and then retired after 23 years at Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company.
Read MoreOur Condolences from Teague. We have so much respect for the Robinson family and especially for his wife. I always admired and respected her loyalty to seeing life's issues through no matter what she faced. I know for sure her strength will see her through this great loss. A sister in the Nursing Profession, Doris Nealy.
Doris & Roger Nealy
February 04, 2023 | Teague, TX | Friend
Remembered By
Rodney Eddie
February 03, 2023 | Beaumont, TX | Friend
LeeAnna,
May the peace of God rest rule and abide in your heart during this transition. God is ever faithful and will always take care of you. I know how much you loved George, may the happy memories that you guys shared comfort you in the days to come. May George Rest in Love .
Shirley Ann Lemons
February 03, 2023 | Pearland, TX
Thelma Perkins
February 03, 2023 | Bmt, TX | Coworker
R.I.P Mr.George
Elizabeth Bell
February 02, 2023 | Beaumont, TX | Friend
May God bless you and your family during your time of grief. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Minister Robinson was one of my co workers while employed at the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Plant . He
will truly be missed by many. He was a great person and a good friend . He always greeted us with kindness and a smile. "R.I.P." Our friend and co worker.
Roosevelt & Bobbi Guidry
February 02, 2023 | Houston, TX | Friend
LeeAnna
My deepest condolences. I saw how the Lord walked with George through the valley and shadow of death. His faithfulness was clearly seen when George peacefully transitioned into the loving hands of God. Psalm 23.
I pray peace for you always!
Dirothy Brooks
February 02, 2023 | Garland, TX | Friend
He was a tremendous blessing to my life and to the lives of so many others I know.
Sean Williams
February 01, 2023 | Beaumont, TX | Friend