Stephen Anthony Robinson "Tony" - husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, friend - passed away suddenly and unexpectedly while on a morning walk with his wife, Lea and their beautiful labs on February 6, 2023 at home in Sonora. He was 63 years old. Born to Don and Catharine Robinson in San Francisco on July 26,1959, Tony attended Stuart Hall for Boys and graduated from St. Ignatius College Prep. He went on to graduate from San Jose State University where he served as ASB President and was very involved in the SJSU Basketball Program. Throughout his adult life, Tony continued on as an enthusiastic SJSU basketball booster. It was at SJSU where he met his beloved wife, Lea, and many of his lifelong friends. Over the course of Tony's professional career he worked for Gallo Wines, Sunkist Growers, Presto Food Products and retired after 27 years from S. Martinelli & Co. as National Director of Sales and Marketing. He developed and valued strong relationships over the course of his successful career in the food and beverage industry. Tony was a man of strong faith. He lived his life based in the Truth, the teachings of the Catholic Church, always striving to live it with love. Throughout his life, Tony found joy in supporting many Catholic organizations as well as most recently being part of the St. Patrick's Parish Community in Sonora. Tony is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years, Lea, his two cherished children: Nic (Lindsey), and Hannahrose (Kevin). He was blessed with four wonderful grandchildren who called him Pa: Noah, Harper, and Willow Robinson and Kennedy Capri Laidlaw. Tony is survived by loving siblings and in-laws: Anne, Mary, Lucy (Greg), David S.J., Joseph and Peter (Rosemary) and predeceased by his sister Judee (Raj). Tony was adored by many nieces and nephews and grand nephews and nieces. He has left behind many great friends whom he cherished. Tony's loving and generous spirit will live on in all of us, and we are forever grateful. A celebration of the Mass will be held Saturday, March 25, 2023. Reception follows with food, drink and opportunity to share your memories of Tony.In lieu of flowers, Tony would be happy with donations to St. Vincent de Paul and St. Patrick's Seminary and University in Menlo Park, CA.

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Published by Santa Cruz Sentinel on Mar. 19, 2023.

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Robert Rosebrock

March 8, 2025

Tony was a great sales executive for Martinelli and a great American Citizen. Truly miss him!

Robert Rosebrock
Director, Old Veterans Guard

Ken Markey

April 2, 2023

Lea - I am so sorry to hear of this. Tony was such a good friend of my brother Don, I imagine they are causing some trouble together again. Ken Markey

Robert Rosebrock

March 29, 2023

Very sad to learn the passing of Tony.

He was definitely a unique and all-around Fellow American.

He arranged for Martinelli's donations to our Old Veterans Guard here in Los Angeles in our Mission to "Bring Our Homeless Veterans HOME."

We were all Blessed by Tony's selfless service and we will all be Proud to have known and worked with him.

God Bless Tony Robinson, his Family and Martinelli's.

Sincerely,
Robert L. Rosebrock
Director, Old Veterans Guard
Los Angeles, CA

Robert Rosebrock

March 29, 2023

Condolences to Tony Robinson's Family -- This is very sad news.

Tony was definitely a unique and all-around Fellow American.

He arranged for Martinelli's donations to our Old Veterans Guard here in Los Angeles in our Mission to "Bring Our Homeless Veterans HOME."

We were all Blessed by Tony's selfless service and we will all be Proud to have known and worked with him.

God Bless Tony Robinson, his Family and Martinelli's.

Sincerely,
Robert L. Rosebrock
Director, Old Veterans Guard
Los Angeles, CA

Jimmy Chew

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Moira A Brazier

March 23, 2023

I worked with Tony at S. Martinelli and Compnay for 20 years. He was one of the kindest, funniest and humble people I have ever known. He always had the best advise. We had made plans to get together for a beer someday soon. I guess I will have to raise my glass to Tony from this side of the veil. I will never forget Tony and how much love he had for his wife, Lea, and how very proud he was of his son and daughter. Tony now knows the secret of what Heaven is. Thank you and farewell my friend. See you again.

Drew Beets

March 22, 2023

My heart and prayers are with Lea, Nic and Hannahrose and the entire family. Tony was good to me when I was younger and I always looked up to him! I will always remember his wit and smile! Much love and and prayers to his family and extended family from the Beets family as he crosses over into the next life!

Detra Rugon

March 22, 2023

Tony was a loyal supportive friend. His kindness and humor are memories that I will cherish. May God bless your family during this time of loss.

Kay Alexander & Bob Mattus

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Richard Shanley

March 19, 2023

My condolences to Lea, Nic, Hannahrose, spouses, and grandchildren. Tony was a terrific man, always so upbeat and positive.

Joann Tippett, Kevin Finerty

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Sandra Gabel

March 18, 2023

Tony was our beloved son in law and filled our life for 40 years with his caring love and fine example of the best in being a husband and father to our Lea, Nic and Hannahrose. John and I were so proud of him and took great pleasure in every moment spent with him. I cling to my faith that John and Tony are now in God's loving hands and light, a light that in time will fill us with peace and comfort until we do meet again.

Fr Christopher LaRocca OCD

March 16, 2023

"Learn from Me, for I am
gentle and humble
of heart..."
Yes, Tony learned this well and lived this
wonderfully.
He was the best of us
indeed.
In the unity of the
Holy Spirit,
Fr Christopher
LaRocca OCD

Al & Chris Turnwald

March 16, 2023

Our heart and our prayers go out to you Lea, and to your family, and friends. I knew Tony through representing the S. Martinelli Co at Kroger in Cincinnati. Tony was always welcome in our home when in town. He was and is a positive influence on us. He will be missed by all. God has a great new partner. May Tony rest in peace.

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