Mr. Melvin D. Robinson

Melvin D. Robinson, known to many as “Young Mel” was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and uncle, went on to be with the Lord, after battling with his strong will to live, on July 17, 2016. Anyone that knew Melvin, knew that he was a man with a zest for life, and lived his life to the fullest, with many stories to tell about his life’s adventures. Melvin Douglas Robinson was born July 1, 1941, to Mary E. Robinson and AJ Robinson in Jackson, Mississippi. The youngest of three sons, Melvin was an avid sports enthusiast from grade school on through college. After graduating from Albion High School, he enrolled at Jackson College in Jackson, Michigan where he played basketball; and later went on to play semi-pro football in Sturgis, Michigan. He was a longtime “die-hard” fan of the University of Michigan basketball and football teams, where he was a season ticket holder and attended many games in “THE BIG HOUSE,” It was rare not to see him in his U of M apparel……….GO BLUE! Melvin was employed by both Corning Glass Works and then Albion Malleable Iron Company, both in Albion, MI., for many years. In 1962, he met his beloved wife Beverly J. Smith of Kalamazoo, Michigan and they married in 1964. To that union two children were born: Micah D. Robinson-Womack (Kevin), and Dia D. Campbell (Mario). Melvin was a proud journeyman for General Motors Corporation and spent his years in the Kalamazoo, Flint, and Grand Rapids plants. He hung-up his tool belt and retired from General Motors after 39 years of employment in 2005. Melvin joined Mt. Zion Baptist Church in 2003, and developed a valued relationship with Pastor Dr. Addis Moore. He was always amused by Pastor Moore’s humorous spirit and was always tickled by Pastor’s comments each year regarding the anniversary flowers at the altar. He is preceded in death by his parents, Mary and AJ Robinson; and his brothers, Malcom and Alton Robinson. Surviving him are his wife, Beverly J. Robinson of Kalamazoo; daughter, Micah D. Robinson-Womack (Kevin) of Rex, GA; daughter, Dia D. Campbell (Mario) of Fishers, IN; 3 grandchildren: Mario L. Campbell II, Maya S. Campbell and Mikelison Womack; 1 step-grandchild, Paris Campbell; 1 great grand-child Daniel Elsberry II; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Also, many, many special friends of which he loved dearly. Melvin loved his family and went to great lengths to be supportive to all of them. He played a major role in his children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews lives. He also had very special relationships with Anthony Robinson of Chicago, IL; Donna Terrell of Little Rock, AR; Daeon Richardson of Ellicott City, MD; Jordan Watkins of Kansas City, KS and Cataanda James of New York, NY. He was very knowledgeable and serious when giving advice with added pieces of humor. In his earlier years, he was known to read several newspapers from all over the state including the Indianapolis Star News. He was loved by many and will be greatly missed.

Mr. Melvin D. Robinson

July 1, 1941 - July 17, 2016