Alfred Vaughn Robinson
July 1, 1949 ~ July 12, 2017
Resided in:
Leicester, NC
Alfred Vaughn Robinson, 68, of Leicester, died Wednesday, July 12, 2017, at Baptist Hospital, in Winston Salem.
A native of Madison Co., Alfred was a son of Clara Robinson and the late Leland Robinson. He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Louise Adams, Bernice English, and Mildred Frasier; and brother, William Robinson.
Mr. Robinson proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. Later in life, he retired from the Grove Park Inn. Mr. Robinson enjoyed camping in Pigeon Forge, where he had made many friends over the years. He was also quick to lend a helping hand to his son-in-law, Mark. His true pride & joy was his grandson, Justin, with whom he shared an extraordinary bond.
In addition to his mother, Mr. Robinson is survived by his wife of 45 years, Donna Jackson Robinson; daughter, Stephanie Hannah and husband Mark; grandson, Justin Hannah; and sisters, Judy DiCarlo and Mary Fowler.
The funeral service for Mr. Robinson will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Friday at the Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery Chapel, with the Revs. Steve Honeycutt and Charles Phillips officiating, with military honors provided by the North Carolina Honor Guard. Interment will follow in the cemetery.
His family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday at Groce Funeral Home, Patton Ave.
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Rest in piece my dear friend. I will cherish all my memories
Of the time we had tigeather. You are now setting at the
Right hand of God. I will meet you on the other side
One day. I will look after Sweet Donna for you the best
I can. Love you my friend.
So so sorry Donna to hear of Alfred passing.. He was always so nice and funny when he came to the store. Prayers for strength and comfort for you and your family. Kay Tallman….Allens Market,Sevierville,Tn
Donna and Stephanie…We are so sorry about Alfred. We are really going to miss seeing him riding his golf cart at the campground. You are in our prayers. Steve & Angie Parrott
Dear Donna and family, we were saddened to hear of the passing of Alfred. Carl and all of us send our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. We always will hold him dear in our hearts as a cherished friend, he was always there to help others, we were blessed by having known him.
Donna our prayers are with you and your family. Alfred was a good man and a wonderful friend. He will truly be missed by all. May God give you peace strength and comfort during this time. We love you David and Margaret
Our condolences to Donna & family.
We all at River Plantation Rv Resort will greatly miss you. You always kept us laughing. God be with Donna and family through this sad time.
Donna you probably don’t know me but I went to school with Alfred. He was always very kind and I remember him having a great gift of laughter. During our 50th class reunion we prayed for Alfred and his family..you and your daughter son-in-law and your grand child.. Are in our thoughts and prayers.
So sorry Donna. We have been praying for your husband. You probably don’t know us by name, but you have waited on us many times at Fatz, when you worked at Cracker Barrel. You will be continually in our prayers. Marvin & Janice Jones.
Stephanie, I am so sorry to hear about your daddy. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Christy Morgan
Donna and family, We were sorry to hear of Al’s passing. We pray that God will bring you strength, comfort and peace in the days ahead. Thank you for sharing your family on the video. What a wonderful tribute.
With deepest sympathy,
Phil and Joyce Evans
Donna & family, so sorry for your loss, our prayers are with you. Love in the Lamb.
Donna, Stephanie, Mark, and Justin,
So sorry to hear the sad news. I remember serving him many a hotdog at the Erwin concession stand during basketball season. He will be missed. Bonnie Smith