Mr. Lester Robinson Jr.'s Obituary

Obituary For Mr. Lester Robinson Jr.

Farrell A homegoing celebration in honor of Mr. Lester Robinson Jr. will be held Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at 12pm at Greater Mount Zion Church in Farrell, Pennsylvania. Mr. Robinson departed this life January 19, 2021 with his loving family by his side. He was 75 years old. Mr. Lester Robinson Jr. was born August 10, 1945 in Cheraw, SC a son of Lester and Bertha Pegues Robinson Sr. He was a 1964 graduate of Farrell High School where he played football for the Farrell Knight Riders. After graduation he served in the United States Army during the Vietnam conflict. He served as a sergeant of the 347 quartermaster unit in the Army Reserves during Operation Desert storm, retiring after 27 years of service. He was a formerly employed with Westinghouse until its closure in 1992. In 2005 he retired from SCI Mercer where he worked as a corrections officer. He was the longest member on the Farrell Area School district school board serving for 38 years . He coached many sports but his most notorious was 18 years as the head coach of the Sharon midget football program. He served on several committees including Farrell Human Relations , Farrell Recreational committee, and the Mercer County Hall of Fame. He also was a former member of the Men of God and was a member of Greater Mount Zion COGIC where he served as a deacon. He played semi pro football for the Shenango Valley blasters, Westinghouse softball team, and also played in the basketball league at the Buhl Club. He was an avid collector of sports cards, member of the bowling league, and was a Diehard fan of the Cleveland Browns. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 53 years, Margaret Johnson Robinson; two daughters, Kimberly (Carl) Lampkins , Natasha Robinson both of Farrell; his nephew, John Whiteside whom he helped rear. He was a loving and devoted grandfather of Tierney Robinson, Brandon Johnson, Tyra (Jordan) Robinson Scott, Demaund Robinson, Demaris Crowder; five great grandchildren; his siblings, Alex Robinson, Adrian Gordon both of Farrell; an aunt, Charlotte Pegues of Hermitage; a host of relatives and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sisters, Hazel M. Hadden and Betsy C. Gross. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 10-12pm at the church. Interment will be in Morefield Cemetery.

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My condolences to Margaret & her family on the passing of Lester. He joined the FASD Board of Education 2 years after I did. We were the 2 youngest on the board and often shared the same reactions to the elders who were serving. During Desert Storm, there was a news story that the Farrell Reserve barracks had been attacked; actually it was the Greenburg (PA) barracks that suffered the attack. I remember Lester's story about that tragedy. Margaret, may your memories of Lester comfort you at this time; may God grant His servant, Lester, blessed repose and eternal memory.

Rest in peace my dear friend! In a course of a lifetime you'll meet maybe 5 or 10 people that are just unbelievably terrific human beings. Lester was a terrific human being I had the privilege of knowing Lester. But I had the honor of calling Lester Robinson my friend! Philip L Dittrich Jr

Lester and I had a standing joke between us; I beat him in track at FHS. I admired him for the kind person he was and love of his family and community. Margaret cherish his memories and the love you shared with each other and your children.God Bless Charlene Wright Allen

Sending our Love, Prayers and Sympathy. May God continue to hold the Robinson family in the palm of His Hand. Thelma Wilson/Earl Wilson/Milton Wilson

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Sending prayers to my cousins. Love u all. Sorry for your loss.

To the family of the late Lester Robinson Jr. Pastor & Lady Verna McKeithan have the family in our payers no words can comfort you at this time, but we know God will strengthen you in the this time of need. You all are in our thoughts and payers.

My condolences to Lester's family and my classmate at FHS, Alex. I remember playing basketball with and against Lester at the old FHS tennis courts during the 1970's before I moved to CA and subsequesntly to AZ. Anytime I came back to visit my parents, it was always a pleasure to reunite with Lester at a FHS basketball game and reminisce about our glory days and growing up in Farrell. May you take comfort in knowing he was about as kind a man as you could ever meet. Thankful for my memories of Lester and the impact he had on my life that has help make me the person I am today. May God Bless you all at this time knowing that Lester is rejoicing with our Lord Jesus! Rod Bernat in Phoenix, AZ

Lester was truly one of the kindest, friendliest and well liked people in the class of 64. He was my friend and I will always remember him with great fondness. My sincere sympathy to his family and may you find comfort in the exemplary life that Lester led.

Margaret, So sorry to hear of your loss. Enjoyed our friendship in high school. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family Maxine(White)Tonks

It was easy to be friends with Lester through our school years. It was easy to get to know and always so friendly and kind. My sympathies go out to all his loved ones who are suffering any men's loss at this time. God bless and know that he is at peace.

Sorry for your loss! He was a great man.

Dear margaret and family, I had the pleasure of knowing Lester will serving in the army reserves. When I think of Lester I think of his kind eyes and his constant smile. May your many good memories of Lester bring you comfort. My prayers are with you. God bless, Lori Calleja Rendick

Prayers and condolences from the Gabe Dangelo family. Lester was a long time friend and wonderful person. Our twin daughters just reminded me that he gave them their high school diploma. His devoutness to the Farrell Area School District is beyond compare. I will miss him as a friend. May God watch after him.

Praying for you in your sorrow and extending heartfelt sympathy as we trust in God's promises. He promises us comfort for our sorrow and courage for each day. Strength to face this journey and His Word to light our way. Although we may not understand, He promises His peace will fill our hearts and His love will hold us gently in the hollows of His hands. May the peace God's promise offers help to ease your grief today and may He always be beside you as you go along life's way. "...the God of love and peace shall be with you." II Corinthians 13:11, Prelate Bishop Martha J. Sanders, Pastor, Bishop Sallie M. Saunders, Co-Pastor, Rev. Deborah Lewis-Sanders, Chief Elder, Hour of Power Full Gospel Tabernacle Church Family.

Praying for you and your family in your time of Sorrow. May it comfort you to others care. In every prayer they ask God to bless you with courage to bare the sorrow that now fills your heart. Getting through this time may be difficult so let those around help to ease the pain of your sadness. In sympathy this thought and prayer that God will keep you and your loved ones always in His care. May you find comfort in God's mercy and peace in His love. "...the God of love and peace shall be with you." II Corinthians 13:11. Apostle Patricia A. Tatum, President, Officers and Members of the Shenango Valley Interdenominational Clergywomen's Alliance.

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