William J. “Jimmy” Robinson, Jr.’s love of life did not come to an end with his death. On July 7, 2024, Jimmy passed away at the age of 74 surrounded by loved ones who will continue to honor his love of life by living their lives to the fullest. His battle with COPD in recent years showed his courage in facing life’s challenges with a smile. Despite the serious difficulties he endured he stayed strong until the end.

Jimmy was born on April 18, 1950. After graduating from Charleston High in 1968, he married the love of his life, Susan Lynn “Susie” Lively. Their marriage lasted over 46 years, ending when Susie passed in 2015. Together, they had two children: Billy and Kelly. Not long after marrying, Jimmy served with the 101st Airborne in Vietnam, for which he received a bronze star. After returning home, he obtained employment with the Postal Service which would last until his retirement 39 years later.

It was the simple pleasures in life that Jimmy enjoyed: the outdoors; swimming; camping with family and friends; hosting weekly poker nights with his friends; and spending time with the many dogs he loved throughout his life.

Jimmy truly had a heart of gold: always looking out for others, and with his generous nature he never hesitated to help anyone in need. He showed unconditional love to his family and was always there to catch any of them who might fall. He taught his children by example, showing them the importance of honesty and compassion. His legacy will live on through the lives he touched and the lessons he taught his children.

Jimmy is predeceased by his wife, Susie Robinson; his parents William J. “Bill’ Robinson, Sr. and Annette Robinson. He is survived by his children Billy Robinson, wife Michelle, and Kelly Hawkins, both of Charleston; his sister, Suzette Southern, husband Bob, of Charlotte, NC; grandchildren Samantha Robinson and Emma Hawkins.

The family would like to recognize Jimmy’s late best friend Bill Bonham of Wisconsin, and thank close friend Charles Nalle, of Eleanor, for sharing  lifelong friendships with Jimmy that he cherished greatly.

Jimmy’s incredible life will be celebrated at Snodgrass Funeral Home in South Charleston on Wednesday July 17 at 11 am.  Interment will be in Floral Hills Garden of Memories, Pocatalico. The family will receive friends from 10-11 am at the funeral home on Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Charleston Humane Society. Online condolences and memories may be shared by visiting www.snodgrassfuneral.com and selecting the obituary. Arrangements are in the care of Snodgrass Funeral Home.