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Tommie Robinson Obituary

The Lord gently whispered, "Peace Be Thine," to Tommie Robinson, Jr. during the early morning hours of Thursday, March 16, 2017. Tommie Robinson Jr., was born to the union of Tommie and Gracie Robinson on March 30, 1945, in Simon, MS. He was a graduate of Kennedy High School in May 1964. Shortly after, he relocated to Gary, IN. Tommie was later employed by US Steel Corporation (Local Union 1014) where he was a rail man at the Gary Works for 39 years. He was a member New Bethel Fellowship Church of God and Christ. Tommie leaves to cherish his memories a loving wife of 50 years Celestine Robinson; three sons Barshay (Betty) Robinson, of Ellenwood, GA; Kendrick R. Robinson (deceased); Henri' L. Robinson of Chester, VA and one daughter Francesca (Liney) Neal of San Antonio, TX and many other relatives and friends. Visitation is Thursday, March 23, 2017 from 12:00PM - 8:00PM with family hours 6:00PM - 8:00PM at Smith, Bizzell & Warner 4209 Grant Street, Gary, Indiana. Funeral is Friday, March 24, 2017 at New Bethal Fellowship Church of God in Christ, 110 W. 43rd Ave, Gary, IN. Interment Friday, March 24, 2017 following services at Calumet Park Cemetery. www.smithbizzellwarnerfuneralhome.com

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Published by Post-Tribune on Mar. 22, 2017.

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James Rayford, Jr

March 26, 2017

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Robert L. & Olivia Robinson

March 24, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Robinson family during this time of loss.

March 24, 2017

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

March 24, 2017

Fran & Liney,

May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Please accept our sincere condolences.

Rev. Kevin C. Davis & Dr. Valerie E. Davis
San Antonio, TX

Tommie, his brothers cousins and nephews

Melvin Robinson

March 24, 2017

I shall miss my long talks and the countless laughs with my cousin... I would have never thought our talk one week before your transition would be our last....RIL Cousin Tommie...

Mable Neal-Riley

March 23, 2017

Our sincerest heart-felt sympathy to Celestine and family in the transition of Tommie Jr. We all loved him, but we all knew mom (Mae Wiggins and Uncle "B"/L.B. McKee) loved him like a brother. You will be missed for your humor and self-title of "family mitigator". Family, stay strong, stay focused and be encouraged in the author and finisher of our faith.

March 22, 2017

My sincerest condolences to the family.

May your treasured memories and the drawing close to Almighty God in prayer comfort and strengthen you during this most difficult time.

PD-GA

Mary Gaskin

March 22, 2017

May you find comfort in knowing that others feel your sorrow and wish you well.He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.God Bless you and family.

Gale Wiggins Anderson

March 22, 2017

So sorry for the loss of our cousin Tommie Jr. may God give us strength in this time of sorrow .

Norman and Willena Ginn

March 22, 2017

So sorry to hear of the passing of "Tommie". Such a great friend/family and co-worker at The Rail Mill at USS. We will miss "Tommie" Praying for his wife, Celestine and the family. God Bless.

Thelma Wyatt

March 22, 2017

Sorry for your loss. Put your trust in God at this difficult time . He will give you strength and comfort, for there is no pain that He can not heal.
Love,
Sam and Thelma Wyatt

Sheila Webb

March 22, 2017

Sorry for the loss of your love one may God bless and keep you always

March 22, 2017

My deepest sympathies for your loss, May the God of all comfort bring your family peace . Romans 12:12

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23

Visitation

12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Smith, Bizzell & Warner Funeral Home

4209 Grant Street, Gary, IN 46408

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24

Funeral

New Bethal Fellowship Church of God in Christ

110 W. 43rd Ave, Gary, IN

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24

Interment

Calumet Park Cemetery

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4209 Grant Street, Gary, IN 46408

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