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Mrs. Constance Robinson Stinson

Passed 01/12/2021

Obituary For Mrs. Constance Robinson Stinson

Van Hoose & Steele Funeral Home, Inc. announces with the deepest sympathy, the demise of Constance Robinson Stinson, formerly of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on January 12, 2021.

She was born in Windsor, Ontario, Canada September 3, 1929, to Theodore and Eliza Robinson. She graduated from Boggs Academy, a PCUSA missionary school in Burke County Georgia, and Barber-Scotia College. She married the late Dr. Harold N. Stinson, Sr. and became a teacher in Gough Georgia from the late 1940s to the mid-1960s. When Her husband became president of Stillman College in 1967, she became first lady. During the mid-1970s, she developed an interest in reality, and with the aid of broker the late Elon Miller, she became the first African American realtor in Tuscaloosa. She continued in practice until 2007 when she moved to Grand Rapids to help her only child, Dr. Harold N. Stinson, Jr., whose wife become ill. She is survived by her son, other relatives, and friends. Graveside services will be held on January 19, 2021, at Eleven o'clock a.m. at Memory Hill Garden with Rev. Joe Scrivner, Minister. Under the direction of Van Hoose & Steele Funeral Home, Inc. The Link for service - https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/73620685 Services will be in compliance with the State of Alabama Mandate. Please adhere to the social distancing guidelines. All attending must wear a mask.

NO FLOWERS! Flowers are not needed, donations to Stillman College 3601 Stillman Blvd. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (205) 366-8817 https://stillman.edu

Stillman College, a Presbyterian HBCU, was founded in 1876 My father, Dr. Harold N. Stinson, Sr., was the 3rd & 1st African American President (1967-1980). The science building is named after him and a section of another building is dedicated to my mother, Constance R. Stinson. Donations can be made over the web site.


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Harold, your mother was a great lady. She made a deep impression on us (and on Dr. Anne Hill!) and we will never forget her. May you be consoled in your grief by your memories and the knowledge that she is in heaven. Paula and Arthur Bolder

Mrs. Stinson was such a gracious lady. She was very helpful and encouraging to me during my active realtor years. Vickie Foster

Harold your mother was a wonderful woman she gave me my first job taking care of your grandmother Mrs.Robinson.We had some good times together.I just want you to know how sorry I am to hear of her passing.I will always have a special place in my heart for her. Erma Woods Dallas you probably remember me as Lee

My condolences to the Stinson Family. Mrs. Stinson had a beautiful spirit and wonderful personality. - Linda Suttle Harris and Family

Condolences to the Stinson family. Mrs. Stinson was a most gracious and loving lady. She was the epitome of love and compassion. Dorothy Richardson Class of 71

I remember Mrs. Stinson fondly. She was always very nice and kind. May you and your family find comfort and peace in your memories.

Harold, Your mom was a kind, beautiful and gracious woman. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Joanie Reminga

Prayers and Comfort for the family and friends during this time for Mrs. Constance Robinson Stinson -Ms. Bianca Edwards

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Van Hoose & Steele Funeral Home | Tuscaloosa, AL

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