Dorothy Joe Robinson

Dorothy Joe Robinson obituary, St. Joseph, MI

Dorothy Joe Robinson

Dorothy Robinson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Filbrandt Chapel - Starks Family Funeral Homes & Cremation Services on Jul. 12, 2025.

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Dorothy "Joe" Robinson was born in Mississippi on June 20, 1941, to her loving parents, James and Essie Fair. As an infant, she was brought to the great city of Chicago, where her life journey truly began. Dorothy attended St. Malachy for both grade school and high school, where her warm heart and joyful spirit left a lasting impression on everyone she met.
Dorothy began her professional journey at O'Hare Airport in the service division, where she served with excellence and pride. She later married Frankie Lee Robinson, and together, they raised two beautiful children, Robin Robinson- Miller and Jeffrey Robinson.
After relocating to Michigan with her mother, Dorothy worked at Life Savers, becoming known for the sweet treats she lovingly brought home to share with her family. She took great pride in her years of service with the YMCA and Rosen Bakery, where she dedicated herself to baking bread for the Chicagoland area. Her commitment and hard work were recognized with a Gold Star Award for five exceptional years of service.
Dorothy cherished her life in the countryside, where she raised her family and built a legacy rooted in love, strength, and grace. A true matriarch, she was fiercely devoted to her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, nurturing each generation with wisdom and care.
She leaves behind her loving children, Robin and Jeffrey Robinson Sr.; her devoted brother, Davis Fair; her grandchildren Eugene Davis, Jeffrey Robinson Jr., and Ashley Cooper; and her cherished great-grandchildren, Noah Robinson, Jaiden Robinson, Jay Cooper, Jonathan Cooper Jr., and Jada Cooper. Dorothy's love, wisdom, and joyful spirit touched everyone who crossed her path.
She will forever be remembered for her radiant smile, infectious laughter, and timeless sayings that still echo in our hearts:
• "Alright now."
• "You got a teaspoon of gas."
• "He tickled me!"

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