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my sincere condolences to the family , I met van when he was common councilor at-large , he helped me get a job at the city all.
Etrenidall Bey
July 16, 2025 | Work


Syracuse, New York
A Trailblazing Civic Leader, Navy Veteran, and Tireless Advocate for Justice
Van Bernard Robinson, 87, passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Upstate University Hospital, leaving a legacy of public service, civil rights activism, and community transformation. Born in Somerville,...Read Moremy sincere condolences to the family , I met van when he was common councilor at-large , he helped me get a job at the city all.
Etrenidall Bey
July 16, 2025 | Work
Linda and Family. My sincere condolences for the passing of your husband.I know you will keep his dreams alive. We shared many memories working together in the Purchasing Department at City Hall.
Sandra Pines
May 20, 2025 | Syracuse, NY | Friend
Van was always a model and mentor to me. One of my most vivid memories when I met with hime and two other leaders and Van clearly explained how the "Say Yes" program was not necessarily a gift to young students of color and how it might actually be a gift to white families who would rush back to our city schools. The results am not sure of but I know many students, including two of mine, who benifitted greatly from the program. They were from many, many different ethnicities. Van's point...
Paul Harvey
May 18, 2025 | Other
Linda, Van was kind and always professional. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and family. Mamie Rogers
Mamie Rogers
May 15, 2025 | Friend
Thank you for serving our Syracuse Community. Your presence will be missed by all whoever knew you or worked along with you.
Cynthia F
May 14, 2025 | Other
Linda, my condolences to you and your family.
Helen McKinney
May 13, 2025
Sending condolences to Linda and their family from John Constance's children.
Mary Constance Fishback
May 13, 2025 | Friend
Mr. Van Robinson was a very kind, gentle, respected, advocate and human being. Sending prayers to you, Linda, and all other loved ones that your wonderful memories with Van will comfort you as God gives you strength and peace. With kindness and compassion, Dr. Jacque Tara Washington
Dr. Jacque Tara Washington
May 13, 2025
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Lillie m White
May 12, 2025 | Other