John H. "Johnnie" Robinson

John Robinson Obituary

John H. 'Johnnie'
Robinson
MERRITT ISLAND, Fla. -- John H. 'Johnnie' Robinson passed on Monday, July 12, 2010. Johnnie was born in Grafton, Mass., on April 3, 1921, to Mila and John Henry Sr.
He is survived by his sister, Edith, married to Dick O'Donnell, and his brother, George Robinson, widower of Helen. Already passed were John's sister Dorothy and her husband Bert York.
Johnnie moved to Portland after graduation where he married Melva Jacqueline Carter, his wife of 63 years. Johnny was a commissioned Sergeant in World War II. He was an artist, athlete and counselor. In the last 25 years he worked as a physical trainer at Atlantic Nautilus and Pro- Health Fitness in Merritt Island, Fla. He touched many lives with his kindness and love of life.
He left behind many friends, his children and their families. He leaves behind his son Skip Robinson and wife Delores of Portland, and their children, Joseph, John and Amanda Mendoza; his two daughters, Lynn Drouin and husband Dan of Cape Canaveral, Fla., and their children, John and Derek; and Pennie Wade, husband Brian, and daughter, Brittany of Merritt Island, Fla.
Johnnie will be laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery on Sept. 17. You may sign John's guestbook at www.beckman-williamson.com.
John H. Robinson (Johnnie)

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Published by Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram on Jul. 22, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for John Robinson

18 Entries

August 8, 2010

Dear John's family, My husband and I knew John at Atlantic Nautilus. Such a wonderful man, very helpful when we were learning the machines, making sure to have the correct weight,height, etc. Then we reconnected his friendship at the Healthplex. He was remarkable recognizing you and knowing your name instantly. We will always remember his smile. May the Lord keep him in his hands. How blessed it must have been to be a member of his family. Our condolences and God Bless you all. Richard and Phyllis Cassidy, Merritt Island, FL

Sharon Foulk

July 30, 2010

My sincere condolences on your loss. I first met John when he worked at Atlantic Nautilus and took an interest in helping me workout and setting up weights for me, making sure I got the most out of my workout and that I got out quickly to make my drive to work in Orlando. He was always thoughtful and would ask about my mom when I had been home to visit. He was such a sweet, sweet man. He and his ever present smile will be greatly missed. May God bless you all and give you peace and comfort.

lila ienello

July 24, 2010

i first met john at atlantic nautilus
gym back in 1989. he and pennie both helped me prepare for my 1st bodybuilding
competition in 1990.
i will miss him very much-he was one of the best people i have ever known.
my thoughts go out to his family at this sad time.

Linda and Patrick O'Malley

July 23, 2010

Our deepest sympathies to Skip and family.

Jerry Gilbert

July 23, 2010

Sorry to hear of your Dads'passing, I remember the days in Redbank and my first job at 13 making Italian sandwiches in the store, he was a great man.
Again my sympathys to the family.
Jerry Gilbert

July 22, 2010

Dear Mrs. Robinson, Skip, Lynn, Pennie and Family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I remember all the times I spent at the house in South Portland having fun and driving Mrs. Robinson crazy with our actions and behavior. It all started in Little League and still went on when Skip and I went into the Marine Corp together. Mr. Robinson will be sadly missed by family and friends. Enjoyed looking at the pictures in the guest book. It brought back many memories.

An old friend,
Gale W. Jameyson,
Amelia Island,Florida

Dad with grandsons Joe and John and son Skip

July 22, 2010

Brian

July 22, 2010

So sorry to hear of your father's passing. Be happy that you had a wonderful relationship with him. It's obvious to anyone who knows you that your family has and always will be the most important thing in your life. Be well.

Cocoa Beach Pier

July 22, 2010

At the gym he loved so much.

July 22, 2010

We remember all the wonderful times at Redbank and Little Sebago Lake. John touched our lives with much happiness. We were privileged to know John as a wondeful man and blessed to call him friend. We extend our deepest sympathy to the entire family.
The Swett Family
Orville & Shirley
Gary, Carol, Ruth
Gray

Skip Robinson

July 22, 2010

I was so blessed to have him as my father. He was always there for me. He tought me so much about life. I will miss him. I love you Dad.