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John Robinson Obituary

ROBINSON, John Entered into eternal rest on evening of November 25, 2008, John B. Robinson, husband of Robin Moore Robinson. Residence, Charleston, SC. The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. John B. Robinson are invited to attend the funeral services of the former Sunday, November 30, 2008 at twelve-thirty o'clock in St. Luke's Chapel (MUSC). Entombment will be private. Friends may call at J. HENRY STUHR, INC., DOWNTOWN CHAPEL Saturday between four and six o'clock. Mr. Robinson was born July 31, 1942 in Columbus County, North Carolina, the son of Henry Bell Robinson and Ethel Coleman Robinson Jones. He was a graduate of Chadbourn High School and attended Wake Forest University. John was born and raised in Eastern North Carolina. As a boy, John spent summers and time away from school working in the fields as a laborer picking and sorting tobacco. From these experiences, he learned a work ethic that would follow him throughout his life. John also learned the value of hard work. From the meager wages earned, John brought his first car. Even though the car didn't run, it was the first of many proud moments in his life. He worked hard on that car and it came to life. Later, he became an athlete and was instilled with a competitive spirit that he carried into his professional life. He remained an avid sports fan throughout his life. John excelled in any arena, whether it be sports or business, through the competitive skills he fostered during his lifetime. As a business man, John applied his work ethic and competitive spirit to his immensely successful career in the food and beverage industry. In just over two decades he owned and operated over fifty food and beverage or entertainment establishments. John was well loved and respected equally by his friends and competitors in the hospitality industry. John possessed a zest for life and all that life offered. He will be sadly missed by all of his friends and family. John is survived by his beloved wife of Charleston, SC; his children, Christian W. Robinson, Lauren G. DeHaven, William F. DeHaven and Daniel R. DeHaven, all of Charleston, SC; one brother, Grady Lee Robinson of Sanford, NC; two sisters, Nezzie R. Bowen of Atkinson, NC and Margaret R. Bradbury of Haines City, FL. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Nov. 27 to Nov. 28, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for John Robinson

14 Entries

Dale Miller

December 11, 2008

Robin,
I want to embrace you at this time with a few words of encouragement. When I sang at you and John's wedding some years ago, I knew that the two of you would be a power couple. And you were. God has blessed you to have him for all these years, and now you and the children, must go on, with memories, and all the teachings that you got from having him in your lives. The days will eventually get easier, I promise, but only with time.
Be Blessed
Mrs. Dale Miller

Sharon Seaton

December 2, 2008

Dearest Robin ,Daniel, Christian , Lauren and William. Know that each of you are in our prayers and on our minds . You will be in our hearts forever and always, as will our "Big John."
Grover and Sharon Seaton

Carl Wilson

December 1, 2008

Robin, I'm so shocked to find this out.If there is anything I can do for you, please let me know. Please contact me when you find the time .Carl

fred margate

November 30, 2008

My heart felt sympathy to you and your family. John was like a second father to me for many years,he will truly me missed. sincerely fred g. margate

November 30, 2008

Daniel and Robin,
Our thoughts are especially with you during this difficult time. Many thanks for the kindness shown to our Thom.
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Suggs

Roxanne Kotlowski

November 30, 2008

There are no words that I could say that will express how much John touched my heart. He was a very special person in my life and I have always had nothing but respect for him. He always looked out for his friends and did what ever he could for them. The most important thing to John was family and I am so thankful that he met Robin and they got married and brought ther family's together. I know it ment the world to him to have his family by his side. I will miss John very much and I'm sure Charleston will never be the same without him. He was one of a kind. I'm not sure what happens to us when we leave this world but I'm sure were ever John goes he will be looking out for someone and Im sure they will be looking out for him for all the good he did for others, and you know he will be the best dressed man there! He will be missed by all that knew him.

Melody & Rob Donlin

November 29, 2008

Robin,
We were shocked and saddened when Gwen told us about John . Our hearts are with you during this rough time.
God Bless, Melody & Rob

Tobin & Joyce Drose

November 28, 2008

We will miss John...more than words can say...God bless you all...

Timmy Drose jr.

November 28, 2008

One of my very first memories of John was when I was 6 or 7 years old. My father said "This is your Uncle John." That was 36 years ago...give or take. I dont remember how old I was when I realized that all of my fathers close friends were my "Uncles". I never knew any different. He treated me and my family as if we really were family. Especially my father who loved him dearly far beyond mere friendship. He will be sadly missed. God speed , John...

becci luhrs

November 28, 2008

This is a very sad time for all of you; we're sorry for your loss.
Becci, Megan, Ian, and Zoe

Carl Ashenfelter

November 28, 2008

A huge part of me is missing now with John's passing. He will truely be missed as a father figure, friend and mentor. The compassion and big heart of this man will never be replaced and I will never be the same. He is the most special person I have had the opportunity to be associated with and I a hundreds of others will miss him greatly.

Chuck, Kim & Nicole Thomas

November 28, 2008

Robin & Lauren,
Chuck, Nicole and I are so very sorry for your loss. John was always very sweet to Nicole and we will never forget him for his kindness.
God Bless you and your family through this difficult time.

Beth Miller

November 27, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss..Mr. John was funny and brought smiles to everyone he came around..I will miss him and all the laughter that he brougth us when he came to the shop..

Kelly & Angie Lews

November 27, 2008

Our lives will not be the same without John. You don't have many true friends in life and John was a true friend. We are blessed to have been a part of his life and we will always cherish the memories of dinners together, Hilton Head with John holding court at the 19th hole and being included in the family ski trips. We will miss John more than we can say. He was our "Johnny Boy" and we will always love him and the Robinson family.

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