Richard Allan Robinson

Richard Allan Robinson a fourth generation American passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2008. He was born in Montreal, Canada on September 25, 1923 to Howard and Hannah Robinson. His family was one of the first Jewish Settlers in Virginia. He was one of three children and is survived by his sister Shirley Lerner of Florida and preceded in death by Phyllis Kugler. He served in the Royal Canadian Air force during World War II. Moving to El Paso Texas in 1946, two years later he married Ruth Rosenberg and 60 years of marriage followed. He was in the retail clothing industry and followed that with a career in the audio business. He was well known for sound installations of discos and in the most prestigious homes. He was proud to be able to provide and personally set up the sound for the Annual Easter Sunrise Services. He always loved his community and doing things for others. Richard was a 32nd degree Grand Mason and joined El Maida Shrine Temple. Richard was known as the "Happy Drummer" of the Shrine Drum and Bugle Corps. Parade after parade Richard Robinson was a showman; he loved to excite the crowds. He later was selected to join the Royal Order of Jesters. After retiring Richard became chairman of El Paso Halfway Houses as he believed everyone should have an opportunity for a fresh start to do well with their life and for the world. He also was a volunteer Juvenile Judge and visited first offenders in their homes to make sure they got back on track. His last 15 years have been spent side by side with his wife Ruth volunteering at Las Palmas Medical Center gift shop. There they raised 100's of thousands of dollars to send nurses to school. He was very proud of this work. He is the father of 4 sons Ronney Robinson (Stacy) of Los Angeles, Robert Robinson, of New Mexico, Russell Robinson (Marci), of New Jersey and Roger Robinson (Ronda) of Dallas. He has 4 grandchildren Sam, Aly, Aaron, and Max who were stars in his eyes and three daughters-in-law whom he loved very much. Richard brought a smile to people; he was a listener and a true friend to many. He fought a long battle with cancer and never let it get him down. He leaves his legacy and his lessons of life. Richard, a Husband, Brother, Dad, Grandfather, Uncle, Cousin, and Friend we all will miss you. Memorial contributions can be made to Las Palmas Medical Center Volunteer Auxiliary program, 1801 N. Oregon, El Paso, TX 79902 or Jewish National Fund, 42 East 69th, New York City, NY, 10021. Graveside Service will be held on Friday, September 19, 2008 at 4:00 PM at Temple Mt. Sinai Cemetery, 3915 Gateway West, with Rabbi Larry Bach officiating. Services entrusted to Martin Funeral Home West, 128 N. Resler Dr., El Pas, TX 79912.