Deacon John Willie Robinson
(July 2, 1948 - April 8, 2026)
Viewing Location: Leevy's Funeral Home, 1831 Taylor Street, Columbia, South Carolina
Viewing Date & Time: Friday. April 17, 2026 / 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Funeral Location: Ridgewood Missionary Baptist Church, 5326 Ridgeway Street, Columbia, South Carolina
Funeral Date & Time: Saturday, April 18, 2026 / 1:00 p.m.
Interment Location: Lincoln Cemetery, 4900 Farrow Road, Columbia, South Carolina
John was a great friend and the consummate professional. He and I worked together in the 70’s but have always had a great friendship. I counted on him for advice and guidance throughout my career and I always enjoyed our down time together. He will be missed. Condolences to his family and friends.
Rest in Heavenly Peace, John!
Jerome Noble, Classmate, SCSU ‘1970’
Rest in Heavenly peace Deacon Robinso. A true man of God, and a considerate, pleasant person. Praying for strength for Shawn, Brandy and other loved ones, friends and family.
May God’s love and presence comfort the family. May his perfect peace restore you all and his promise of eternal life sustained you all doing this time of the loss of my cousin John Willie Robinson. Matthew 5: 4 States blessed are they that mourn for they shall be comforted. Sympathy and love to each every one of you.
My condolences to the Robinson family he was a good Deacon and wonderful man he loved to bring us sweet potatoes he was a smart man and the kids loved him he encouraged them to do the right thing in life he will be missed by the church and all that knew him God got another wonderful young man rest on my friend
My condolence to the Robinson family. I had the pleasure to work under Mr Robinson, while he was director of special programs for new teachers, entering the educational field. He was an outstanding leader. I also had the opportunity to have lunch with him on several occasions and there was no question about his faith and love for the Lord he was a wonderful person. He will be missed.
May fond memories of Mr. Robinson bring you comfort during this hard time in your life. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. Remember our God is our Healer (Psalms 103:3).
To the Robinson Family, thinking of you and wishing you comfort and peace. Sending you Love. There are no words for your loss. Only heartfelt sympathy.
My Deepest Condolences and Prayers goes out to the Family and Friends.
John was a classmate at SC State, class of 1970. Praying that the family will feel the presence of the Lord today and that you’ll draw strength and hope as you trust Him to be your comfort. With thoughts and prayers.
John was a good friend and classmate at SC State, class of 1970. John was a large but gentle person and was in attendance at our 55th reunion held in May of last year. As usual all classmates were overjoyed to see him. Part of my pitch to get him to join us at the reunion was “We needed more representation from the over 6’3”members of the class. It must’ve worked ‘cause he did attend. My condolences to the Robinson family, he will be sorely missed. But lest just consider that heaven just gained anther Angel.
My condolences to his family he was a good man and nice. John hi wife and I was in a Social Club and had a wonderful time. Rest in peace John your work on earth is done you are living with the Lord.
To the Robinson family please accept our deepest and sincere condolences. We are praying that God comfort and strengthen every heart during this time of bereavement.
Our sincere condolences and prayers to the family.
John Willie Robinson ( ‘ Big John’) My brother in love since 1969. The Robinson and Jenkins family sends heartfelt condolences and love .
A devoted son, husband, brother , uncle and dear friend. It truly saddens our hearts to see you go. A very intelligent, kind and loving teacher and administrator for many years. You will be missed!!
John you fought a good fight ! You kept the faith and you took great care of Stine and Big Mama. Most of all you had a personal relationship with Jesus!🙏🏾
You’re now absent from the body, but present with our Lord. Rest In Peace Big Brother!
We all love you .♥️
Sharon Jenkins Robinson
To my uncle/ father,,uncle John,,,,at the age of 3 years old you along with my Aunttine ,took charge and helped my grandmother raise me,iman ,and baby sister brandy! You took us to the fair and the circus EVERY YEAR,, you love us,provided for us and protected us ,I thank you for being the world greatest uncle,truely a man of God ,smart as a whip ,and a heart of gold,,thanks for sending me to college,thanks for buying me every car I had,and teaching me to honor and respect the Lord! Get your rest and tell Aunttine hello for me!