Leroy W. Robinson

Mr. LeRoy Walker (Robby) Robinson, 92, of Broad Rd. in Tignall, died Sunday, March 27, 2016, at his home,surrounded by family. Mr. Robinson was born on December 13, 1923, in Prosperity, SC.He grew up in Columbia, SC and attended the University of South Carolina for two years prior to joining the Navy’s Flight Training Program on June 4, 1942.Commissioned on October 1, 1943, Ensign Robinson joined VF-2 flying F6F Hellcats from the USS HORNET.He claimed his first air victory on June 11, 1944.He destroyed two more “Zekes” on June 19. Five days later he became an Ace when he shot down two Kate Bombers. Robinson was recalled to active duty during the Korean War and afterwards remained in the Reserves. He completed his college education, earning a B.S. Degree in Chemistry from the University of South Carolina in 1951.LeRoy Robinson was promoted to Commander on August 1, 1961. He retired as a Captain for Delta Airlines after 32 years of exemplary service. He and his wife, Marjory Smith Robinson,had three sons and managed to educate them to the level that one became a lawyer and two became doctors. Mr. Robinson is survived by two sons, Dr. Jesse Robinson, and Dr. Bill Robinson (Frances), both of Tignall; five grandchildren, Tripper Robinson, Danny Robinson, Jessica Halminski, Walker Robinson, and Maggie Robinson; and four great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by a son, Lee Robinson. “Robby” enjoyed retirement on his farm in Tignall, GA, raising cows and taking care of his family. Graveside services with Full Military Honors will be 12:00 noon on Saturday, April 2, 2016, at the Robinson Family Cemetery, 1183 Broad Rd., Tignall, GA 30668. Hopkins Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.