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William Granderson Robinson

July 19, 1932 May 6, 2025
William Granderson Robinson
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William Granderson Robinson, affectionately known by family and friends as “Bo” entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at Amelia Nursing Home in Amelia County, Virginia. He was born to the late Granderson and Nannie Robinson on July 19, 1932 in Amelia, Virginia. In addition to his parents, William was preceded in death by his daughter, Roslyn Renee Day and his grandson, Demetrius Robinson. Two brothers; Herbert and Roosevelt. Seven Sisters; Ernestine, Angelina, Delores, Nannie, Joyce Ann, Hattie and Audrey.

William proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Army in the Korean War. Subsequently, He was employed by General Motors for 30 years and worked as an Auxiliary Police Officer for the Greenburg, New York Police department. He also thoroughly enjoyed collecting coins and cars in his spare time.

William accepted Jesus Christ as his personal savior and was baptized at Bethlehem Baptist Church of Clover, VA. He later transitioned his membership to Promise Land Baptist Church, Amelia, VA where he served as Trustee and then to Universal Cathedral Ministries of Amelia, VA, also serving as Trustee until his health declined, he was a faithful member.

William was united in Holy Matrimony to Regina Banks Robinson on October 1, 1956. This union was blessed with four children. He was a dedicated & loving father and husband of 68 years. He will be dearly missed but never forgotten.

William leaves to mourn his loss and cherish his memories, his devoted and beloved wife Regina Banks Robinson of the residence. One daughter; Rita Jones (Jeffrey) of North Chesterfield, VA. Two sons; William Eric Robinson (Schemeka) of Whitsett, NC and Granderson Deric Robinson (Sharmmetric) of Richmond, VA. One godson; William Allen (Diedra) of Yonkers, NY. Eight grandchildren; David, Erika, Kristin, Jumaane, Aaqila, Brieon, Jasmine and Niyyah. Ten Great Grandchildren and One Great-Great Grandchild. One Brother; Louis V. (Carolyn). Five Sisters; Gracie, Marion, Jackie, Kathleen (Bob), Ruth. A Brother- In-Law; Purcell, and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.


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11:00 AM 5/16/2025 11:00:00 AM - 12:00 PM 5/16/2025 12:00:00 PM
M. W. Hawkes Funeral Home

15001 Patrick Henry Hwy
Amelia, VA 23002

M. W. Hawkes Funeral Home
15001 Patrick Henry Hwy Amelia 23002 VA
United States

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16

May

12:00 PM 5/16/2025 12:00:00 PM
M. W. Hawkes Funeral Home

15001 Patrick Henry Hwy
Amelia, VA 23002

M. W. Hawkes Funeral Home
15001 Patrick Henry Hwy Amelia 23002 VA
United States

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Virginia Veterans Cemetery at Amelia Final Resting Place

10300 PRIDESVILLE ROAD
Amelia, VA 23002

10300 PRIDESVILLE ROAD Amelia 23002 VA
United States
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