John Robinson

John Leslie Robinson, 79, of Wortham passed away May 20, 2010 in Teague, Texas. John was born December 25, 1930 in Waco, Texas to John M. and Hazel (Garing) Robinson. He served his country in the U. S. Navy aboard an aircraft carrier from 1949 until 1953. He was very active, for many years, in Civil War re-enactments. John served on the Board of Confederate Reunion Grounds and was a member of the Sons of the Confederate Veterans. John helped to get VA markers for Civil War Veterans. He was a retired Field Agent for the IRS. After retirement, he moved back to the Mexia area. John was not only dedicated to his country; he was devoted to his family. He was preceded in death by his parents. John is survived by his wife, Barbara (Walston) Robinson; son, Les Robinson; daughter, Virginia Gregory; and three grandsons, Dan Harris, Ryon and Morgan Gregory. There will be a private memorial service at a later date.