Joe Alton Robinson

He is survived by his son, Alton Scott Robinson; daughter, Amy (Phil) Gilmore; daughter, Julia Dameron, grandson, Nicholas Gilmore; grandson, Zachary Gilmore; granddaughter, Rebecca Gilmore; granddaughter, Delaney (fiancé Eben Haines) Dameron; grandson, Dylan (Lia) Dameron; great grandson, James Dameron. He is preceded by his wife, Della Wayne Robinson; father, Henry Alton Robinson; mother, Susie Mae Robinson; brother, William (Marjorie) Robinson; sister, Frances Robinson.

A native of Carrollton, Texas, he enrolled at North Texas State University where he studied pre-engineering and industrial arts for two years. Later he received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Commerce, Industrial Management from the Texas Christian University.

In 1951 he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and spent two years in Japan. Returning to the U.S. in late in 1953 he was stationed at San Diego, California where he was responsible for installation and repair of sheet metal hardware on submarines. After leaving the service he was employed at Lockheed for more than 30 years in various roles and divisions. Initially he was a Manufacturing Engineer for Lockheed Missiles and Space Company in Sunnyvale, California, moving to Houston, Texas in 1963 to join the Houston Aerospace Systems Division as a Planning and Scheduling Engineer. He was very interested in local civic activities and over his lifetime was involved and served in many organizations including April Sound Men’s Club, National Management Association, Lockheed Houston Management Association, TCU Student Council, Elks Club, Chamber of Commerce and Toastmasters International (District Governor and Chapter President).

Joe was married to the love of his life, Della, for 67 years. He was proud of his three children, five grandchildren and his new great grandchild. He enjoyed living life to the fullest. After retiring, Joe and Della built a new home in April Sound, Montgomery, TX and quickly made many new friends during their 27 years of residence. Joe loved his family, traveling the world with Della, tending his yard/flowers, eating good food, watching Wheel of Fortune and striking up conversation with all. The Man, The Myth, the Legend!

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Stroke Association in memory of Joe Robinson.