Edward N. Robinson

Edward Robinson, 83, of Evansville, passed away Sunday, March 18, 2012 at his home. He was born on January 16, 1929 in Drakesboro, Kentucky. God saw you getting tired - when a cure was not to be. So he wrapped his arms around you and whispered - come with me. Edward had a long career as an auto mechanic, eventually retiring from Leaseway Transportation. He was one of the original hands on mechanics. He had a unique talent for fixing almost anything. He enjoyed camping, fishing, NASCAR, and Sprint Car. He was the happiest in his garage. Ed is survived by his wife of sixty-two years, Gracellen; his daughter, Jeanne Dycus (John); sons, Eddie Robinson (Roxanne) and Roger Robinson (Wilma); grandchildren, Andrea Robinson, Deana Johnson (Eric), and Debbie Roedel (Scott), Stephanie Hoffherr (Mike), Justin Robinson (Katie), Jamie Whittington (Rich); step-grandchildren, Andy Shackelford and Lisa Loehrlein; great-grandchildren, Logan Roedel, Cooper Johnson, Ellie Johnson, Abby Whittington, Jackson Whittington, Sydney Robinson, and Cole Robinson; a brother; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Eula Robinson, and three sisters. Services will be held at 6:00 PM Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at Alexander North Chapel, officiateed by Pastor Steve Clayton. Friends may visit Wednesday from 2:00 until service time at the funeral home. An angel came and called your name today and took you by the hand.