Billy Leon Robinson

Billy Leon Robinson obituary, Gastonia, NC

Billy Leon Robinson

Billy Robinson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Pigg Family Services - Bessemer City on Dec. 17, 2025.
Billy Leon Robinson, 87, of Gastonia, peacefully went home to be with his Lord and Savior on December 16, 2025, at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. Born November 20, 1938, in Haywood County, he was the son of the late Thomas Jefferson Robinson and Stella Brown Robinson.

Billy was preceded in death by the love of his life and wife of 55 years, Vera Fowler Robinson.

A proud United States Army veteran, Billy served from 1956 to 1958 as a paratrooper, stationed at Fort Knox and traveling the world. Following his military service, he dedicated 30 years to Gaston College as the Shipping and Receiving Supervisor. Known for his warm heart and generous spirit, Billy was a collector of treasures-especially watches-a master woodworker, and a friend to all. He was a devoted husband, a loving father, and a man who touched countless lives with his kindness. In recent years, he was a familiar face at the 161 Flea Market, manning the booths and making friends with everyone.

Inurnment will take place at 11:00 AM Monday, December 22, 2025 in Hollywood Cemetery.

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December 21, 2025

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December 20, 2025

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Roney R Savage jr.

December 21, 2025

To a man who was a warm hearted person to everyone he meet he didn't know no strangers and would give the shirt off his back if you needed it.I will really miss this man he was nice to me and always try to give me a watch and if you said no you know what he said LOL. To all the family prayers to you and we will all miss him very much rest in peace Bill until we meet again.

Sandra Reeves

December 20, 2025

Gonna be missed by so many people who loved and knew him praying for the family

Migie Taylor

December 20, 2025

Bill was so wonderful to my family! He helped me build a playhouse for my girls when they were little and was always there to lend a helping hand. I have a lot of his handmade cedar work still! He will be missed so much. Such a great man.

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619 Gastonia Hwy, Bessemer City, NC 28016

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