Nelson Robinson Obituary
We are sad to announce that on October 2, 2024, Nelson Robinson of Cordova, South Carolina passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Glenn Robinson Sr. and Ozzie Bell Wolfe Robinson of July; his wife Barbara Ann Roper Robinson; his son Master Sergeant Lamar Robinson; his grandson Demario Roper; his grandparents, Marion, Alli Wolfe, William and Anna Robinson; and his siblings, Diane Robinson-Williams, Cline Robinson, Thomas Robinson, Glenn Robinson Jr. and Ulysses Robinson.
He is survived by: his children, Cynthia G. Roper Madison (Michael) of Spotsylvania, VA, DeBarbara R. Robinson of Columbia, SC, Jennifer F. Robinson Wilson (James) of Orangeburg, SC and Lamonte Robinson of Orangeburg, SC; his brother Herbert Lee Robinson (Peety Boy); his sisters-in-law, Norma Robinson (Glenn Robinson Jr.) and Dorothy Dunning (Ulysses Robinson); and his grandchildren, Jarrett Wilson, Jair Wilson, Zion Robinson, Dion Robinson, Elijah Robinson and Jenesis Wilson. He is also survived by five great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other loving relatives and dear friends.
Viewing was held on Tuesday, October 8th 2024 from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. A funeral service was held on Wednesday, October 9th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Emmanuel AME Church (1879 Hudson Rd, Cope, SC 29038). A burial was held on Friday, October 11th 2024 at 1:00 PM at the Ft. Jackson National Cemetery (4170 Percival Rd, Columbia, SC 29229). In an effort to adhere to COVID-19 precautions, the family respectfully requests limited visitation at the residence; however, condolences may be expressed via telephone, at (803) 534-5383, or call Simmons Funeral Home and Crematory of Orangeburg.