Gerard F. Robinson

ROBINSON GERARD FRANCIS ROBINSON (Age 68) "Jerry" Of Charlottesville, entered into eternal rest on January 28, 2010. He was born on January 8, 1942 in Lebanon, New Hampshire. His parents, Clifford and Shirley Robinson and his first wife, Kate Robinson, predeceased him. Jerry spent his formative years growing up in Vermont and New Hampshire. He was a 1965 graduate of the United States Naval Academy and served as a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War, from 1965 to 1968. He served as ship officer and achieved many commendations and awards during his service. After his military career, Jerry obtained an advanced degree in Ocean Engineering at Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California. He then pursued a long career working with several government contractors until 2002 when he suffered a debilitating stroke. With quiet determination, he courageously and continuously fought over the next 7.5 years to recover. Throughout his life, Jerry was an avid athlete. He was a member of Reston Runners, and ran the Marine Corps Marathon four times. His passion was rowing with local and alumni Navy crew teams. In recent years, he became a formidable Rummikub player. Jerry''s character can best be summarized through the words of loved ones, friends, and colleagues: a kind spirit who had a quiet way of touching the hearts of all, gentle-natured, determined, and full of fun. Left to cherish wonderful memories are his loving wife, Anne Hale; his daughter, Chani Adams and family; his son, Shaffer Robinson; his brother, Bruce Robinson and family; his sister, Jill Malanga and family; and a host of other relatives and friends. A memorial service and interment of the ashes will be at Arlington National Cemetery on March 10, 2010 at 3 p.m. (gather at the administration building at 2:30), followed by a reception at the Womens'' Memorial in the Hall of Honor. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made in Jerry''s memory to the American Diabetes Association or to the Hospice of the Piedmont in Charlottesville, Virginia.