Gregory Robinson

December 4, 1958 - March 7, 2019

Gregory Robinson was born on December 4, 1958 in Chicago, Illinois to Ezell and Alza Lee Robinson. He was the second child of three, born to this union. Gregory accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior, at a very early age. He then united with the Lilydale Baptist Church in Chicago, Illinois, under the ministry of Rev. Lawrence Jackson. Gregory received his education through the Chicago Public School System, where he graduated from Fenger High School in 1976. Following school, he enlisted in the United States Army, where he served stateside in Arizona, and was later transferred to Korea and other foreign countries to complete the remainder of his 4-year tour. Upon completion of his military career, Greg pursued a successful career as a Computer Analyst. He made tremendous inroads in the field of Computer Science throughout his lifetime. The Lord called Greg home on Thursday, March 7, 2019. His parents preceded him in death. He will forever be remembered for his broad smile, infectious laugh, and willingness to always help others. He leaves to cherish his loving memories, two sisters: Barbara Porch and Denise Robinson; two aunts: Margaret Reason (Rev. Jesse) and Rebecca Allen (L.T.); one uncle: William Wheeler; two nieces: Erica Trimble (Terrance) and Sylvia Porch; three nephews: Kanard Porch, Brandon Robinson, and Marceillus Robinson; three special friends: Demetrius Robinson, Fred Moore, and Kirk Jeter; along with a host of other relatives and beloved friends. His memory will live on in the lives of all who knew and loved him. “We love you Greg, but God loved you best. Go on and take your rest.”