Bert was born to Billie and Gene Robinson on March 26, 1954, in Shreveport, Louisiana. He graduated from Captain Shreve High School in 1972. From there, he attended Louisiana State University where he was a member of Delta Tau Delta. This period of time solidified his love and passion for everything LSU. After trying various occupations, he found his true calling as a petroleum landman going on to receive certification in this field as a CPL. He worked as a landman for over 30 years, retiring and returning again and again because he couldn’t quite give it up. Throughout his schooling and career, he amassed many lifelong friends.
Bert, an avid music lover, was always the life of the party. He was most often found on the dance floor breaking it down. He could drum with his fingers to just about any beat and he had amazing skills air guitaring or drumming to his favorite hits (his air drum rendition of Santana’s Soul Sacrifice was always a crowd pleaser).
Bert had three major loves of his life - the LSU tigers, his friends, and his family. Bert was knowledgeable of all things LSU, reading his daily digest, and always knowing the betting line for his $10 bets. He always bet against LSU (his “reverse LSU jinx”) to bring them luck. While kind to LSU opponents, he didn’t miss an opportunity to chant a good “tiger bait”. He and his buddies made many memories bonding during fishing trips, hunting trips, sporting events, or just hanging and jamming to music. He was their planner, always having an itinerary and folder to categorize each trip.
His greatest love on Earth though was his family. Being a father and PawPaw filled him with immense joy. He had an unbreakable bond with his grandchildren, Luke, Reid, Julianne, Hadlee, and Ella Kay. He always had ideas to create lasting memories with them – creating simple games they enjoyed, camping, beach trips, and dates to their favorite ice cream shops.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Billie, his father, Gene, his sister, Kay, and his son, Matt. He is survived by his daughter, Alissa Wheat and husband Josh, and children, Hadlee and Ella Kay, and daughter-in-law, Emily Robinson, and children, Luke, Reid, and Julianne. He is also survived by his brother, Mark Robinson and wife Kathy and his nieces and nephews, Blake, Alison, Austin, and Kara. He is also survived by extended family and a multitude of friends who brought him much joy.
About 10 years ago, on a beautiful moonlit night in Orange Beach, Bert let his family know that he had accepted Jesus as his lord and savior. Although we miss him greatly, we know he is rejoicing and dancing along the streets of heaven.
The family wants to express their gratitude for all the love and support they have received during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly suggests a generous and meaningful donation in Bert’s name to a charity that holds a special place in your heart.
A memorial service will be held at Centuries Memorial in Shreveport at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 23rd. The family will receive friends before the service at 10 a.m. Purple and gold attire is encouraged. GEAUX TIGERS!
