William Robinson

William R. "Bill" Robinson, 84, of Bessemer City, passed away June 3, 2012 at Gaston Memorial Hospital. He was born December 27, 1927 in Honea Path, South Carolina son of the late Howard and Lilly Mae Moon Robinson. Mr. Robinson was a retired Building Contractor who owned Edgewood Townhouse Apartments and Son Sound Recording Studios. He was a retired minister who had also written several books. "Bill" also served in the US Merchant Marines. A graveside service will be held 11:00 am on Wednesday at Westview Gardens, Bessemer City officiated by Rev. Scott Whitener and Rev. "Dick" Whitener. The family will receive friends 6:00-7:30 on Tuesday at the home, 104 Bright Ave., Bessemer City, NC 28016. Mr. Robinson is survived by: his loving wife, Nancy Pennington Robinson; son Michael R. Robinson and wife Carolyn of Bessemer City; brother, Edgar Ray Bridgeman of Bessemer City; sisters, June Stutts of Cramerton, Louise Burchfield, of Gastonia; grandchildren, Richard E."Ritchie" Robinson , Holly Blanton and husband Jon; great grandchild, Rylie Blanton all of Bessemer City. Arrangements are with the West Chapel of Greene Funeral Service and Crematorium 216 Archie Whitesides Rd., Gastonia (704) 867-5521