Kay was a pioneer in her time. At 5 years old, she sold notions in downtown Akron. She drove a school bus for Springfield Local Schools and St. Mary's Catholic School in Akron, OH. She proudly drove an 18-wheeler, "The Mary Kay," paving the way for women drivers. Kay was also a member of Eastern Star and the Havelock Civitan Club. Kay was a world traveler, visiting at least 21 different countries.
She is survived by her daughter, Karen Conley; son, Kiehl; grandchildren, Sharon Kay Striglio (Mike Hedrick) and Laura May McGlaughlin (Darren); great-grandchildren, Sydney Longo (Matt) and Jerry McGlaughlin; and many loving nephews and nieces.
She is preceded in death by the love of her life, Austin Arner; daughter, Sharon; parents, Hurkless and Dessie Covey; and two brothers and two sisters.
In lieu of flowers please make a donation to St. Jude's in Kay's honor.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, August 27th at 3pm at McCotter Baptist Church in Havelock, NC.
Cotten Funeral Home and Crematory is honored to serve the family of Mary "Kay" Kathleen Robinson.
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