Pettersburg, Virginia
Retired Sgt. Maj. Roger McKinley "Mack" Robinson, of 1935 Van Dorn St., Petersburg, Va., died suddenly on Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2010, at McGuire Veterans Medical Center, Richmond, Va.
He was a member of Trinity Baptist Church, Petersburg, Va. He served in the United States Army for 29 years. Roger had a much decorated military career and received the United States Legion of Merit and seven Meritorious Service Medals. After retirement from the United States Army, Roger was employed with Securitas Security for 14 years.
He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Mary Robinson, and a sister, Bertha Daniels.
He leaves to cherish his memories a loving and devoted wife of 40 years, Dorothy Robinson; a son, Darnell Taylor of Petersburg, Va.; eight grandchildren, one devoted, Dawnte Walker; seven great-grandchildren; three sisters, Glorine Washington of Ettrick, Va., Ail Parham (Stanley) and Joan Mitchell, both of Petersburg, Va.; an uncle, Robert Talley (Jean) of Petersburg, Va.; and a host of nieces, one devoted, Varya Dykstra (Lon), nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
The funeral service will be held noon Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011, at Trinity Missionary Baptist Church of God in Christ, Halifax Street, Petersburg, Va.; the Rev. Jeffrey L. Dodson Sr., pastor, eulogist. The interment in Arlington National Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at 1935 Van Dorn St., Petersburg, Va., and may be contacted by calling 804-733-4101 and the family will also receive friends at 1202 Hilton Place, Petersburg, Va.
Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Robinson online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., 804-732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
I was a neighbor and friend of Roger for years..He was a kind man and would help anyone when they needed.He was a good friend and will be sadly missed..to his wife and family may god be with you during this time and bless u. Tank Lundy and Teresa Lundy
January 02, 2011
To Dawnte and Dottie,
our hearts were sadden when we heard of the passing of grandpa .
Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Love, The Walker Family.
January 01, 2011
FAMILY MEMBERS OF MR. ROBINSON AND ESPECIALLY DOTTIE, WHO WAS THE FIRST AND ONLY FRIEND I HAD WHEN I MOVED TO THE STATE OF VIRGINIA. THE BIBLE SAYS TO BE ABSENT FROM THE BODY IS TO BE PRESENT WITH THE MASTER. KNOW THIS IF NOTHING ELSE THERE IS NO BETTER PLACE TO BE. I DIDN'T KNOW MR. ROBINSON VERY WELL. BUT I BELIEVE HE MUST HAVE BEEN A VERY SPECIAL MAN TO HAVE THE WIFE THAT HE DID. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL. I PRAY THAT THE LORD GOD WILL BE YOUR INNER PEACE; AND MAY HE FLOOD...
BRENDA BOOKER
December 31, 2010 | PERTERSBURG, VA
My father in law Mac was a great man. Theres nothing he wouldn't do for anyone. Your Dear Son Darnell, myself and your're lovely wife Dottie will miss you more than you will ever know. Especially your dear grandchildren. we will miss you forever but you will never be forgotten.
Lov you forever,
Your daughter n law
Lisa
Lisa Taylor
December 31, 2010 | Petersburg, VA
