Danny Robinson

Danny Joe Robinson, 67, passed away on Friday, October 22, 2021 at St. Louis University Hospital.

Danny was born on February 20, 1954 in Carbondale to William Lloyd and Fayetta (McKenzie) Robinson.  He married Shara Fisher on February 27, 2009.

Danny started working for GTW as a lineman and worked his way up to service supervisor at Phone Mart in Marion and began traveling to supervise crews.  After his retirement, he began working maintenance at the Night Shield in West Frankfort; worked at Barnett Electric as an office manager and as an outpatient driver for Gateway Treatment Center.

Danny was a member of IBEW and the First Church of God in Marion.  He loved his Lord and bible study.  Danny enjoyed camping, taking care of his farm, fishing and spending time with his grandchildren.  He loved bluegrass music and played in some local bluegrass groups.

Survivors include:

Wife-Shara Robinson of Marion

Children:

Josh (Alicia) Robinson of Ft. Wayne, IL

David (Jen) Robinson of Springfield, IL

Ashley (Jason) Place of Mesa, AZ

Chris (Mandi) Sprague of Marion

Cari (Brian) Beck of Marion

Tiffany (Casey) McKelvey of Mesa, AZ

David (Shelly) Miller of Bloomington, IL

18 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren

Several nieces and nephews

Sister-Lois Elliott

Brother-Mike (Rhonda) Robinson

Sister-Sandra (Lee Rogulich) Robinson

He was preceded in death by his father and brother, Lloyd Robinson.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 30, 2021 at 11am at Blue Funeral Home in Marion with Rev. Curt Alderson officiating.  Burial will follow at Willow Rest Cemetery in Carterville.  Visitation will be on Saturday from 9am until the time of service at the funeral home.