John Clifford "Cliff" Robbins

John Clifford "Cliff" Robbins, age 87, lifelong resident of Gloucester, died on Sunday, May 18, 2025, surrounded by his wife and daughters. Cliff was born on February 9, 1938, to John and Jessie Robbins. After serving four years in the US Air Force, Cliff returned to Gloucester where he met and married his loving wife of almost 64 years, Annie. Cliff was a long-time member of Groves Memorial Presbyterian Church and in more recent years Severn Church. While at Groves he served in several capacities over the years as Deacon, Elder, Treasurer, and Adult Sunday School teacher. Cliff enjoyed a long career in insurance sales earning multiple awards and incentive trips which he and Annie enjoyed. He retired from American General Life Insurance Company. In retirement Cliff enjoyed gardening, working crossword puzzles and word games, attending his grandsons sporting and school events, and spending time with family. He and Annie enjoyed traveling to various states over the years to visit their daughters and grandchildren. Cliff was preceded in death by parents John William Robbins and Jessie Irene Robbins, and nephew Chris Turlington. Cliff is survived by wife Annie, daughters Tammy Ramsey (Mark) and Johna Pitchford (Jeff); grandsons John Ramsey, Logan Pitchford and Luke Pitchford. Brother Douglas Robbins (Nancy) and sister Jackie Turlington. Nieces and nephews Carrie Provensen, Kim Sandler, Sara Hall, Gena Allen, Selena Lehman, Donna Smith, and Stanley Grigelis, and special great nieces and nephews. A graveside service with military honors will be held on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Gloucester Point Cemetery, beginning at 11:00 am, officiated by Pastor Arthur Wolz. In memory of Cliff, memorial contributions may be made to Abingdon Volunteer Fire & Rescue at PO Box 9, Bena, VA 23018. Services under the direction of Hogg Funeral Home.
Cemetery
Gloucester Point Cemetery
1860 Hayes Rd
Gloucester Point VA 23062
US
Graveside Funeral Services
Thursday, May 22, 2025
11:00 AM -
Gloucester Point Cemetery
1860 Hayes Rd
Gloucester Point VA 23062
US
Funeral Home
Hogg Funeral Home & Crematory
3098 George Washington Memorial Hwy
P.O. Box 990, Gloucester Point, VA 23062
Hayes VA - 23072
US
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