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Cornelius Robinson Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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for Cornelius Robinson
Dianne Rust
June 12, 2010
To the family of Cornelius Robinson,
Our deepest sympathy is extended to all of you. Cornelius was a wonderful man and we are fortunate to have been blessed by knowing and working with him.
May the memories that you have comfort you always.
His spirit, love of life and the Lord is a gift that he leaves for all of us to embrace.
With our deepest sympathy,
Dianne & Craig Rust
and
all of us at Quality CCTV Systems
David & DeeDee Van Buren
April 20, 2010
I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Cornelius. I still think of the times when he helped me and others, his sense of humor and his bravery. Cornelius was a valued member fo the SWAT family and RPD and will be missed. We will be praying for you and your family.
Diane Gordon-Bond
April 18, 2010
Rest in peace my old high school friend, you will be greatly miss. Class of 1972!
April 13, 2010
To the family, "Corny" as we called him in high school was truly a special friend. You have my sympathy in his passing. John F. Kennedy Class of 1972.
Mary Willis Smith
Eva Bonaparte
April 12, 2010
Cornelius was a wonderful person. He was always willing to step in and assist you with whatever task at hand. Always willing to go the extra mile. Sleep on Dear Friend along with all of God's other special angels. Your friends at the Richmond Police Department will miss you.
Joyce Mosby
April 9, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Delores Cypress
April 9, 2010
my heart goes out to you and your family. For I know how hard it is to loose someone so dear to your heart. I Had the pleasure of meeting and also working with, Mr. Robinson at, "Retreat Hospital" Known as Retreat Doctors Hospital.
Valerie Graham
April 9, 2010
I will miss Cornelius; always looked forward to seeing him at church. May God continue to comfort and strengthen each of you always..
April 9, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss of a really good man. I am proud to say he was our friend and will always be forever in our prayers and thoughts as well as you and your family.
Mike and Sue Genau
Vivian Cheek
April 8, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Cornelius. (Sgt. Robinson to me.) He was my supervisor just before I left the Juvenile Division. He will be truly missed. My prays goes out to the family. Take care and God Bless each of You.
Anita Roane
April 8, 2010
Cornelius always welcomed me with a smile whenever I came to visit my father at work. He had a great sense of humor with a great personality to match. He had also been a friend of our family for a long time. I was so sorry to hear that he had passed. Your family will continue to be in my prayers.
Glenda Jones-McCullough
April 8, 2010
I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Cornelius, but I delight in the knowledge that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Cornelius was a special friend from highschool. May God comfort you as no other can during this difficult time. You are in my prayers.
Claudia Wall
April 8, 2010
Claire,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Cornelius will be remembered as a humorous friend who was serious about any task he undertook. He was a great asset to us as deputy chief of campus police here at Virginia Union University. He will be missed.
April 8, 2010
May God be with you all at this very difficult time. "Robbie" was a dear friend to me for many years and I will never forget him. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless, Brenda Jenkins
Vivian Tyree Coleman
April 8, 2010
My thoughts are with you in your time of grief.I am glad I spoke with Cornelius a year ago and we spoke of good times passed and good friends. Rest my Friend. John F Kennedy Class of '72
Rosetta Jones
April 8, 2010
To the Robinson Family.
It is my prayer that God will comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time and for the days ahead. Cornelius was a very dear friend of mine and my family. He was like a younger brother to me. Over the years I loss contact with him and it was only a couple of weeks ago that learned he was in the hospital and was able to speak with him for a brief moment. We don't always understand why God does what he does but we know he always knows what's best for us and does all things well. Just continue to lean and depend on him, casting all your cares on him and he will bring you through.
Herbert Jones
April 8, 2010
Cornelius was a friend and part of our family from his high school days. He was my big brother and my Boy Scout leader; and he gave me my first - and only - out of class driving lesson. (I'm not sure who was more scared.) He was a special man to all who knew him and his presence will be surely be missed. To his family, allow your memories to comfort you and he will always be with you; and his faith example will be strength to you.
May God grant you peace now and always.
James Adkins, Jr.
April 8, 2010
I have known Cornelius in a professional capacity and through his charitable work with Concerned Black Men of Richmond. His willingness to serve his community,guide and mentor young men will be missed, Well done thy faithful servant.
April 8, 2010
Cornelius was a good friend and a police officer with a caring heart. My prayers are with you and your family.
Oscar T Clarke
From the staff of W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home
April 8, 2010
We present this guestbook to you with deepest compassion and with our sincerest expression of sympathy.
Agustin Rodriguez
April 7, 2010
As a fellow member of the Board of Directors of Housing Opportunities Made Equal (HOME), I salute Mr. Robinson for his work in the service of humanity and his part in supporting equal access to fair housing for all Virginians. My condolences and sincere respect to all his family and loved ones.
April 7, 2010
Our sympathy, thoughts, and prayers are with you all. We were blessed to have our family joined with the Robinson family through Daniel's marriage to Shelly. We will continue to pray for strength and healing for all of you.
With our love,
Wilbert & Betty Goff;
Joe Lindsey & Karen Rowland
Bill Burnette
April 7, 2010
I knew and worked with Robbie for many years. My sympathy to his family.
Chuck Bennett
April 7, 2010
Cornelius was a good police officer and a better friend. I will remember the dangers we shared together, but more especially I'll remember the many times was laughed together. He lived by our motto, "Duty bound." My most sincere sympathy for your loss.
E. W. Mozingo
April 7, 2010
I enjoyed working with Robbie very much. I believe we were the only two Miami Dolphin fans at RPD. I send my sincere sympathy to the family.
Carol Nicely
April 7, 2010
It was with great sadness that I learned of Robbie's passing. He was a a fine officer and a good man. My deepest sympathy for his family and many friends.
April 7, 2010
Robbie will be missed by all his friends. He never lost his sense of humor even when skies were gray..God Bless his soul. Steve Csaky
Lt. Tim Morley
April 7, 2010
My sincere sympathies to the Robinson family on their loss. Cornelius was a great guy and a good cop...with a fantastic sense of humor. I'll always be grateful for his support and encouragement.
Ray Williams
April 6, 2010
I was sorry to learn of the loss of Robbie. He was a great police officer as well as a friend. May god bless you all.
Buddy Bass
April 6, 2010
Cornelius was a friend with a sense of humor who took great pride in always giving his best as a police officer. He was a dedicated officer and a valued member of the SWAT Team. I am sorry to learn of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Adrianne McLemore
April 6, 2010
To the Robinson Family:
May you find comfort in your faith during the difficult days ahead. Cornelius "Robbie", was a great police officer, detective and supervisor. He will be truly missed. God Bless.
Minister Wesley Dickerson & Family
April 6, 2010
We were sorry to hear of your loss.
Cornelius was a dear childhood friend. His impact on my life will be forever cherished.
Rick Pleasants
April 6, 2010
Cornelius was a truly professional police officer, but he was also a friend and loyal co-worker. He had a great sense of humor, and you could consider yourself blessed if you knew him. My sincere condolences to his family on their loss
Robert (Bob) Hewlett
April 6, 2010
I was sadden to hear of the passing of Cornelius. We met in high school (JFK) and continued our friendship as police officers. Although he worked in Richmond and I with Henrico we both worked to keep the Richmond metro area safe. "Job well done my friend."
April 6, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
April 6, 2010
We are so very sorry for your loss. We know how much he was loved and appreciated by everyone.
Harry and Gloria Reid
Bob & Wendy Hosick
April 6, 2010
Cornelius was a good friend, husband, father and police officer. Claire, we send our condolances and love to you and your daughter. It seems like only a few years ago that Cornelius looked in total awe as Claire and her dad walked down the isle--what a fond memory. While Cornelius is gone, his spirit will remain with many fond memories and a great deal of love.
Bob and Wendy Hosick
April 6, 2010
Ecclesiates 3:1 "To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven".
So saddened to learn of Cornelius passing. May the Lord grant you and your family peace during this difficult time.
Carol Reed Jones
Richmond Police Department
April 6, 2010
We are deeply sorrowed by the passing of Cornelius. He was a fine Officer, a brave and distinguished SWAT Team member, and friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Larry & Lisa Beadles
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