Robert A. Robinson

06/15/1939 - 07/04/2026

Robert A. Robinson passed Saturday, July 4, 2026, at Piedmont Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. He was the son of the late Rev. James E. Robinson and Lelia Cousar Robinson. Rob was the husband of Shirley Crawford Robinson for over 60 years.

Rob, as he was affectionately known live a life full of love, dedication, and service to others. He was a devoted member of Red Hill Baptist Church, and he was active in his community and a member of Reed Lodge #195 for 45 years.

He graduated from Barr Street High School in 1968 and furthered his education at York Technical College in 1972. Rob served his country with pride in the United States Army from 1961 to 1963. Rob dedicated 29 years at Grace Springs Bleachery, and later, he owned and operated Robinson Trucking for 13 years, also spending years driving for LARS.

Rob was an avid fisherman of Springs Park, Dutchman Creek, Bear Creek and the pier in Myrtle Beach with his wife. He found both purpose and peace on the water. The water reflected his character steady, resilient, and full of quiet wisdom and strength. He cherished moments spent watching his grandsons playing baseball and football and loved traveling across many states.

He was predeceased by his cherished parents; brothers, Charlie, Dan Lee, David, Rudolph, James, Theophus, Sammy and William; Sisters, Emma and Lelia. Despite this great loss, the legacy of love and warmth he shared with his family endures.

Rob is survived by his devoted wife, Shirley Crawford Robinson; two sons, Eric Robinson (Sonja) of Atlanta GA., and Darrell Robinson of Lancaster, SC and one daughter, Rhonda McMillon of Rock Hill, SC; one brother, Walter Robinson of Colorado Springs, CO., and one sister-in-law, Ruth Robinson of Lancaster, SC; five grandchildren, Darius Robinson, Cameron McMillon, Tyler Robinson, Justin McMillon, and Lafayette Chavis, and two great-grandchildren, Jayden Robinson and Kamari Robinson.

Funeral Service will be 2pm, Friday, July 10, 2026 at Red Hill Baptist Church with burial in Lancaster Memorial Cemetery.

Viewing will be 1-5pm, Thursday, July 9, 2026 at McMullen Funeral Home following Reed Lodge #195 Masonic Rites.