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James Horne Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Alvin M.B. Adams, Mortician
December 21, 2010
With memories of the life and legacy of Robinson and Season's Greetings to his family at Christmas.
April 9, 2010
Will truly miss calling Robinson during the wee hours of the morning and hearing "You have dialed six four ni-yen one five zero ni-yen"
Jennifer McClellan
April 1, 2010
I enjoyed working with Mr. Horne as a member of the Black History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia. He was the heart of that place, and his gentle nature always brought a smile to my face. May he rest in peace.
Frances Parker Barksdale
March 30, 2010
I have many fond memories of Robinson. May he rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
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March 30, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Valerie Graham
March 30, 2010
My sincere condolences and sympathy to Robinson's family and friends. I will certainly miss him, mainly his sincere devotion to our Lord and Saviour through his plays! May God continue to strenthen and comfort each of you.
March 30, 2010
To the family of J. Robinson, God's comfort and blessings are with you. This morning I learned of your loss and it saddens my heart. However, it brings back fond memories of times we shared at Second Bapt. Church, Armstrong High & Va. Union Univ. May your memories of Robinson help ease the pain and sorrow.
G. Ramona Holmes Pierce - Mechanicsburg, PA
Carmen & Dorothy Foster
March 30, 2010
May God's comfort and peace surround the Horne family and friends during this time of sorrow. J. Robinson Horne will continue to live as a legend for those of us who have been inspired by his artistic genius and talents and his passion for history. May you be surrounded by joy filled memories, particularly at Easter, to celebrate and honor his contributions and service for our community.
Mildred Glaspy-Edwards
March 29, 2010
To the Horne Family:
My deepest and most sincere sympathy. Robinson will surely be missed. He was an inspiration to the many, many lives that he touched.
Patricia Jones-Jackson
March 29, 2010
"Give me my flowers while I can smell them!!!!" I thank God that a wonderful group of J.W.Robinson Horne's friends shower him with love and affection in September 2009! What a celebration and now to know that he's at peace and we thank God for loaning him to us for only a little while. What an impact he made on the lives of othes. We will truly miss him for he certainly did bless the Richmond community! It is my prayer that God will continue to wrap His arms of comfort around family and many friends.
Sherrie Lizarraga
March 29, 2010
It was a joy to work with Robinson as a music colleage and friend. Our condolences to his extended family. Sherrie Lizarraga & The Sanctuary Choir, Beulah UMC, Richmond, VA.
Vanessa Lourie
March 29, 2010
I will truly miss my good and wonderful friend Robinson. As my husband said, his passing also means the end of an era. One ritual which I have had almost all my life, even when I moved to Washington, D.C., was to be at Second Baptist Church for Easter Sunrise Service. Easter will not be the same without him.
Bernard Vandervall
March 29, 2010
I was so sad to hear of the passing of Mr. Horne. I've often thought of that early a.m. wake up call from him on Easter Sunday, to be sure you were ready to perform. He was really an inspiration for a lot of us. My first performance was "Jesus Christ Superstar". He was one of a kind. Robbie Thanks for the Good Times.
March 29, 2010
To the Horne Family,
May God continue to Bless and Keep you in his loving care. If the Powells can do anything, do not hesitate to call upon us. We loved j.w.robinson horne, but, in the end God loves him more and may he forever live in peace with God.
With much love,
Rudolph and Hattie Powell, Richmond, VA
Garrett Mushaw
March 29, 2010
Mr. Horn, I will truly miss you, the many late night calls and conservations. Your smile and the funny statements, and the historial information that you provided on a given notice.
I love you Mr. Horn
Charles Finley
March 29, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I did not know Mr. Horne real well but his contributions to the Jackson Ward community and the City of Richmond at-large are well known. He was truly an talented human being. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Marcella Christian
March 29, 2010
March 29, 2010
Words cannot express how I feel but you will always have a special place in my heart as I think of our many nights of rehearsals and getting up at the crack of dawn for Easter. Your work has spoken and may it continue withyour legacy
Cynthia Harvey
March 29, 2010
To the Horne family,
Mr Robinson Horne will truely be missed. I'm a former cast member of several of his production. I was looking forward to coming home this Easter and attending the Sunrise service. I pray that the Lord will strength you all in this time of sorrow.
Sincerely
Cynthia Harvey (Cookie)
Woodrow White
March 29, 2010
Truly an inspiration in my lifetime. My condolences go out to all the family.
William H. Lovings Senior Memorial Ushers' Ministry
March 29, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Dorothy T. Harrison
March 29, 2010
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
March 29, 2010
Our hearts and prayers go out to Mr. Horne's family. He was very full of life and was always joyful. He once shared his dreams of becoming a fashion designer early in his life and I had the unique opportunity to view this talented man's portfolio of designs. He was very enthusiastic about the church productions and he always beamed with sunshine for the Lord. We will miss seeing him at the bank.
March 29, 2010
Horne Family,
May God give you serenity and peace by knowing how tuly loved James was and how much of a blessing he was to others. May God grant you all comfort during your time of sorrow.
The Rogers Family
Second Baptist Church
March 29, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Alvin M.B. Adams
March 29, 2010
Requiescat in pace...Memories are forever
Eileen Whitlock
March 29, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Joan Sadler
March 29, 2010
To the Horne Family and Friends,
God is a great God that is all knowing and so worthy to be praised! God blessed us with Mr. Horne for a short time, and I am thankful that he unselfishly shared his gifts, talents, and faith with so many of us. Please know that he will not be forgotten, cherish and lift the wonderful memories each of you shared. My prayer is that GOD will comfort, strengthen and give you peace that surpasses all understanding.
Respectfully,
The Archer and Sadler Family
From the staff of W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home
March 29, 2010
We present this guestbook to you with deepest compassion and with our sincerest expression of sympathy.
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