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First United Methodist Church
321 Thompson Dr.
Kerrville, TX  78028
Saturday, January 13, 2024
10:00 AM
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I served in the Air Force.

Lee B. RobinsonI am a Veteran.

of Kerrville, TX

January 15, 1946 - December 18, 2023


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On Monday, December 18, 2023, Lee Robinson passed away, surrounded by his family. A native Texan, Air Force Veteran, retired commercial airline captain, and recreational pilot are synonymous with a man who traveled the world and understood the meaning of a life well-lived. Lee married his high school sweetheart Peggy, and they raised their family in Dallas, living there for over 30 years. They retired to Kerrville in 2008. After losing Peggy in 2017, Lee married Bess Wilson Robinson in 2019. The two enjoyed lots of laughs, and numerous adventures and travels together over the years. Lee found joy as a member of the Civil Air Patrol, Quiet Birdmen, and volunteering with the Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW) in Kerrville.

Lee was always equipped with a warm smile, a kind greeting, and probably a snide remark or two. He was generous, witty, caring, supportive, loyal, and dutiful. He had a laugh that made you feel like you were funny and witty too. Either instigating or joining in, Lee was always ready for a good time or a toast with friends since ''it's 5 o'clock somewhere.'' He loved a good road trip, National Parks, working out at the gym, and flying - so long as he was the one in the cockpit of the subsonic, swept-wing bug sucker. He was a devoted father, husband, and friend and is missed dearly. One last time, on Lee's behalf, he would stress, ''It wasn't me. I didn't do it. It's not my fault.''

Lee was preceded in death by his parents, Rosalie and Will Robinson; his brother, Will A. Robinson; and his wife, Peggy Robinson.

He is survived by his wife, Bess Wilson Robinson; his children, Steven Robinson and Jill Perkins; granddaughters, Landri and Rilynn Robinson; daughter-in-law, Angie Robinson; and son-in-law, Bryan Perkins.

Memorial services will be held at First United Methodist Church in Kerrville at 10:00 A.M. on January 13, 2024.


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16 Condolence(s)
George Krumenacker
Fort Myers, FL
Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Just found out about my friend and colleague, Lee, through the AA Grey Eagles. My sincere condolences to his family. You have much to be proud of as Lee was a man of great character with a warmness and friendliness about him that we could all emulate. He was just a lovely human being. We only knew each other from our aviation days but he was a joy to talk with in DFW ops the many times we crossed paths. God bless you, Lee. Godspeed

David Comstock
Trophy Club, TX
Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Lee and I shared similar seniority numbers so we didn’t get to fly together but we did share common aircraft and job progression as we moved up the seniority list. He and I were Check Airman together and liked to sit, talk and try to figure out how we could do better and how to improve the program for our fellow pilots. Sad to see him go but he left a wonderful legacy as a Father, Husband and fellow Aviator.
He will be remembered and missed ! God Bless

David Bird
morley, MI
Friday, January 12, 2024

The Flight West is now complete for Lee. A good friend, good pilot and a good man. Many memories we shared. Please save me a place at the table. When I get there the round is on me.

Kay Perkins
Dallas, TX
Friday, January 5, 2024

We will all miss Lee very much.

Kathryn Loeffler
Kerrville, TX
Sunday, December 31, 2023

I am so very sorry to learn about Lee. I am a good friend of your daughter Anne. She told me. My husband Doug passed away December 8 so I know what you are feeling.

Al & Gwen Saylor
Kerrville, TX
Thursday, December 28, 2023

Lee was the first neighbor I met when we bought our home in TLR. As my husband introduced us, Lee’s big warm smile and friendly acceptance, immediately gave me a feeling if “being home” as we began the next phase of our lives together. I will miss his graciousness and send heartfelt thoughts and prayers to his family and closest friends.

Mary Lou Blacharski
Boerne, TX
Tuesday, December 26, 2023

Lee was always friendly and had a great sense of humor.
He will be missed.

Paul Werner
Harper, TX
Sunday, December 24, 2023

And when our work is done,
Our course on earth is run,
May it be said, "Well done"
Be thou at peace."

GayNell and Norm Wells
Kerrville, TX
Saturday, December 23, 2023

We are really saddened by the loss of our good friend of many years. We will remember Lee's smile and cheerful attitude, and willingness to do things to support the community. We miss him.

Kat Ferguson
Kerrville, TX
Friday, December 22, 2023

I’m so sorry for the loss of Lee. He was the first TLR person I met when we moved here from North Texas. He was so friendly and kind as we talked the first time at the car wash. Such an open, honest, and funny man! Please accept my condolences.

Carol Rubright
Kerrville, TX
Friday, December 22, 2023

Lee,
I will surely miss seeing you. MY god bless you and your family.

Peggy Pilkenton
Ingram, TX
Thursday, December 21, 2023

My heart is heavy at the loss of Lee. His kindness, laughter and smile will be remembered always. His compassion and generosity towards other people and the charitable causes that were important to him are part of his legacy. My thoughts are with his family and others who meant so much to him. You will be remembered and you are missed dear friend.

Harrison Buxton
Bandera, TX
Wednesday, December 20, 2023

It was a privilege knowing Lee as a Quiet Birdman!

He will e sorely missed!

May God Bless him, his family & America!

Karl Thomas
Sunnyvale, TX
Wednesday, December 20, 2023

I knew Lee for just a short time & was impressed with his constant smile & cheerful approach to life. I was privileged to fly him up to McKinney Tx to pickup his new plane last month & heard his life story enroute. A life well lived !!

Marianne and Zeke Anderson
Kerrville, TX
Wednesday, December 20, 2023

So sad to lose such a charming and delightful friend. We will miss his laugh and fun conversation.

Deanne and Monte King
Kerrville, TX
Wednesday, December 20, 2023

We are so sorry for the loss of Lee, a good friend. He will be greatly missed.