Walter Seldon Robinson,Sr.

“Blessed is he whose hope is in the Lord The maker of heaven and earth.” Psalm 146:5-6 On November 17, 2013, Walter Seldon Robinson Sr., lovingly known as “Pop,” by his sons and grandchildren, left his body to be present with the Lord. He was born August 14, 1914 to the late Edward Seldon and Susie Belle Robinson in New Kent County, VA. He was one of eight children, all of whom preceded him to the grave. His wife Margaret and eldest son Walter Jr. also preceded him. Pop left home in the 1930’s to make his mark upon the world. He often professed how he “never used bad language or drank” and had excellent work ethics which he instilled in all his sons. Amongst his many jobs, he was self employed as owner/operator of W.S. Robinson General Hauling Company. He started employment with the Richmond Times Dispatch in 1961 and retired after 15 years of service. There, his good work didn’t go unnoticed. The chairman and founder, D. Tennant Bryan of Media General asked him to work at his home assisting wherever needed. He enjoyed working there most because he had opportunity to “preach”. Pop’s second retirement last almost 30 years and is quoted as saying “I’m living like a king”. On December 24, 1954, Pop married Margaret Virginia Thompson which they celebrated 59 years of marriage and had three sons: Walter Jr., Garry and Erle. Their home was established in Richmond, VA in the Maymont community. He was a student of the Bible and often told his testimony. He read the Bible to all who entered his home and direct visitors to read selected scriptures as well. He thanked God everyday for his blessings, family and home. He leaves to cherish his loving memory, his daughter, Julianne Elizabeth Minor; two sons, Garry E. Robinson and Erle S. Robinson Sr.; daughters-in-law, Valerie S. Robinson and Maretha R. Robinson; 16 grandchildren, Walter, Sheila, Brenda, George Jr., Claudia, Kevin, Carolyn, David, Reginald, Eric, Erle Jr., Brittney, Jennifer, Samantha, Tabitha and Mauriceo; two brothers-in-law, Emmett Thompson Sr. and Little Thompson Jr.; two sisters-in-law, Edith Mae Macon and Olivia Williams; godchildren, Pamela Thompkins, LaChone Thompkins and DeMond Carroll; caregivers, Robert Marquez, Carmen “Ce Ce” Parker,” Gloria Terry, Barbara “BJ” Fulcher and Cynthia Robinson; and a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. A precious one from us is gone . A voice we loved is still A place is vacant in our hearts That never can be filled.

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Walter Seldon Robinson,Sr.

August 14, 1914 - November 17, 2013