Service Details
Homegoing Services celebrating Willie’s life will be held in Christ Chapel MBC (815 Park Avenue in Racine) on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 11:00 am with Rev. T.L. Howell officiating. Viewing will be in the church on Saturday from 10-11 am. Private interment will take place in West Lawn Memorial Park on Monday.
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New Albany, MS (formerly of Racine) – Willie Edd Robbins, Jr., age 61, passed away at Baptist Memorial Hospital in New Albany, MS on Monday, August 5, 2024.
Wille was born in Racine, WI on March 7, 1963 to Willie Edd Robbins, Sr. and Theresa (nee: Ford) Robbins. He was a 1981 graduate of JI Case High School where he was a decorated track star. Following, he moved to continue his education at Mississippi State. Willie was married to Lovie Elaine (nee: Rucker) Robbins for over 25 years until her passing on July 25, 2021.
Willie was a talented furniture craftsman – mainly for BenchCraft / Ashley Furniture. Among his interests, he was accomplished in the sport of Tae Kwon Do and proudly earned his black belt in Karate. Above all, Willie loved being together with his entire family and extensive circle of friends.
Surviving are his mother, Theresa Robbins; brothers & sisters, James Robbins, Iris (Fulton) Bell, Amy DeLeon, Kasey (Kali) Robbins, Clorice Robbins, Perione (Jenny) Robbins, Robert Robbins, Kevionna Robbins and Shaquille (Jackie) Robbins; aunties, Betty (Bobby) Baldon and Maxine Sanders; special cousin, Dewey Baldon; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to his father and wife, Willie was preceded in death by his brothers-in-law, Jose DeLeon and Rev. Mark Gates.
Homegoing Services celebrating Willie’s life will be held in Christ Chapel MBC (815 Park Avenue in Racine) on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 11:00 am with Rev. T.L. Howell officiating. Viewing will be in the church on Saturday from 10-11 am. Private interment will take place in West Lawn Memorial Park on Monday.
SK n Marilyn Pearson says
Our Deepest Condolences 🩷🙏🏾
Lillian Boykin Paula, Karla Glenn says
My deepest condolences to the family May God Bless you all.
Connie Anderson says
My Condolences to the family
Larry Turner says
My condolence to the family during this time of sorrow.
Kenneth Foote says
Kenneth Foote
LaCrystal Mosley~Ogden says
You told me I was a little yellow, Big cheek , Apple Headed baby that loved me some you growing up. I still do and I would tell you over the phone or in person every time we talked . You will truly be missed, but you will never be forgotten. Rest on 🙏🏽❤️🩹
Tina Holton Robinson says
My heartfelt condolences. Willie, my favorite cousin, I will love you forever. Rest in God’s arms.
LA aka Angel Harris-Stewart says
It’s been great knowing you when I lived in New Albany. I looked at you as family cause I am close to Della,Sandra mama Betty daddy Bobby well all of them. We all had so much fun. Rest Angel Rest. See you later my friend, my God cousin ❤️ 🙏 🙌.
Demetrius Powell says
So sorry for your loss of your family member he was a good guy may he rest in peace
Victor Ormond says
I was so saddened to hear of Willie’s passing and i would like to send my most heartfelt prayers and condolences to the Robbins, Holton, and Baldon families. Willie was my best friend growing up for years we were inseparable. Were you saw one you usually saw the other. We could talk about anything and shared everything. A true partner and best friend. To all the families may the cherished memories of Willie forever bring you peace. I know they will for me. You were my brother from another mother Willie. I’ve always loved you man and i always will. Im so proud you called upon me as well as brother and friend. Rest with God my brother.
Stacey Moore & Famly says
We send our deepest condolences & sympathies to the Robbin’s family . May Hod continue to comfort each of you .
Amy DeLeon says
RIP my dear brother💔💔💔💔! I will always love you and miss you🥺🥺🥺!
Anonymous says
Love you my loving cuzin you will be missed but definitely not forgotten. Go on and take your rest.
Harley Cammers says
I send my sincere condolences to the Robbins Family. May Willie rest in peace and continue to be an inspiration to us all!