Jan. 15, 1966 - July 30, 2021
James L. Robinson, 55, passed away July 30, 2021. He was born Jan. 15, 1966 in Newark, Ohio to John M. and Joyce Robinson. He graduated from University High School, Normal, in 1984 and Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, in 1988.
Jim is survived by his mother, Joyce, Bloomington; brother Steve, Normal; sons, Charlie, Bloomington; and Henry, and George, at home, and former wife, Mary Beltramo Robinson, Normal. Jim was preceded in death by his father, John, maternal grandparents C. L. and Ethel Zinsmeister, and paternal grandparents, William E. & Carrie Robinson.
Jim married Mary in August 1989. During their 20 year marriage, Charlie, Henry, and George joined the family. Jim had a successful insurance career with State Farm and Liberty Mutual. He had the opportunity to live in many states throughout his adult life and travel to many others with his job or on vacation. When Jim wasn't traveling for work, he enjoyed spending time with his family. He shared his love of cooking, history, cars, and sports with his sons. Jim was a St. Louis Cardinals baseball fan and enjoyed sharing his love of the game with his boys. Jim was also a life-long Illini sports fan and was proud to see his oldest son graduate from the University of Illinois.
Throughout Jim's life he was a son, brother, nephew, husband, father, uncle, caregiver, co-worker, mentor, boss, and friend. He will be greatly missed by those who loved him and knew him.
A graveside service will be held at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Newark, Ohio on August 16 at 11:00 AM.
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