Harry J. Robinson
January 7, 1933 ~ August 4, 2004
Harry James Robinson, 71, of Weirton, died Wednesday, August 04, 2004 at his home in the arms of his family. Born January 7, 1933 in Weirton, he was the son of the late Nicholas J. and Bertha Alberta Walker Robinson. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister Michelle Robinson.
In 1992, Harry retired from Weirton Steel where he worked as a construction supervisor. He served in the US Marine Corps from 1952-1955 where he was a trumpet player with the USMC President’s Band. He served 4 years as Lieutenant for the Weirton Police Reserve Unit; 22 years as a leader in our National Youth Little League Baseball Association, serving as President of Weirton Baseball Association from 1975 to 1980 and District Administrator for Little League; 5 years on the Board of Directors for the International Food & Art Festival. In 1979, he was presented the Weirton Rotary Club “Pride Award” for unselfish service and devotion to young people and, in 1987, was nominated for “Citizen of the Year.” He was a member of the Tri-State Marine Corps Club and the Dairy Queen Coffee Club. Harry served as Hancock County Circuit Clerk from November 1994 to present. He was President of the Northern Hancock County Kiwanis Club in 2003; 1997 Hancock County Republican Chairman; served as Hancock County Processer Server and the Democratic Chairman for Hancock County.
Harry is survived by his wife, Dorothy Higgins Robinson of Weirton whom he married June 12, 1965; daughter Michele A. Robinson of Weirton; sons Michael and his wife Ruby of Terre Haute, IN, Mark and his wife Pia of Weirton, Sean and his wife Deborah of Germany and Brian and his wife Amy of Newell, WV; five grandchildren, Nicholas and Christine Robinson of Weirton, Casey Robinson of Terre Haute, IN and Hope and Grace Robinson of Newell, WV; brother Nick and his wife Lou of Weirton; sister Marsha Robinson Reynolds and her husband Tom of North Carolina. Harry also leaves several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.
Family and friends will be received Thursday from 7-9PM and Friday from 2-4 and 6-9PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton where a prayer service will be held at 8:30PM Friday. Funeral Liturgy with Mass will be celebrated 10:00AM Saturday at the Sacred Heart of Mary Catholic Church with Reverend Father Kent Durig presiding. Interment will be at St. Paul Cemetery in Weirton where military services will be conducted by the Weirton V.F.W. Post 2716 Firing Squad, the Evert Maki American Legion Post 10 Honor Guard and the Tri-State Marine Corps.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Sacred Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 200 Preston Avenue, Weirton, WV 26062 or Valley Hospice, 380 Summit Avenue, Steubenville, OH 43952.
Share tributes with his family at www.grecohertnick.com.
Funeral Home:
Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV
US 26062
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Mr. Robinson’s family and staff during this very difficult time. Cabell County Clerk’s Office
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Robinson Family. Harry was a good friend and fellow Marine. We had some great times together. He will be sadly missed by all. My Deepest Sympathy to you all. SEMPER FI HARRY!
Family of Harry, Sorry to hear of your loss. I never saw a man so devoted to the youth of Weirton. Little League field should be named after him. He gave his all and I enjoyed coaching with him. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Sincerely, Jerry Hamill
Prayers for the family for healing and comfort.
A good friend and one of our favortie circuit court software customers. Harry was always deliberate as well as considerate. We at Computer Data Systems will miss him. My son has been a US Marine for several years and Harry and I discussed his love for the Corps.
Dear Aunt Dorothy and family I just want you to know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I know that Uncle Harry was a great man, and he will be missed. Love Cheri Sisk and Family
Dear Aunt Dorothy and family, I was deeply saddened to hear about Uncle Harry. He was a wonderful man and he will be sorely missed. Although we were living miles apart, he was always in my thoughts and prayers. I thought you might be interested to know that I have a cherished photo of Uncle Harry and Uncle Nick sitting in a band, holding their musical instruments, and smiling brightly. This picture has always been an inspiration to me in my musical career and a way for me to keep him close, despite our physical distance. I want you to know that he and his light will always shine in my heart and memory. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. All my love, Wendy
To Dorothy and Family, We were so sorry to hear about Harry. We have a lot of great memories of Harry. You are in out thoughts and prayers. Charles and Mary Baker Amy, Scott and Kids
To the Robinson Family, Mr. Robinson’s efforts provided me and the youth of Weirton a place to play ball and stay out of trouble. His contributions helped me get a Scholarship to play baseball in college. He gave back to the community and I will remember him as a very kind and generous person. Thank You Mr. Robinson. Dan Enich Weirton
To Dorothy and the Robinson Family, I have so many pleasant memories of Harry coaching my son Paul on the Pony Express Team along with all the years we were together at the baseball complex. Throughout the years, I never saw Harry that he didn’t ask how my boys were doing. He was a gentleman and a great friend. His loss will be felt by many. My prayers are with you and your family.
To The Robinson Family: I am very sorry for your loss. Mr. Robinson was a great man and will be missed by everyone that ever knew him. His dedication and genuineness was always appreciated. The Robinson Family is in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, George Stagani