Joseph Robinson was born in Newton, MA on December 29, to Kenneth Garlock and Dorothy Dunham Robinson. He resided in Simi Valley with his wife, Barbara until he passed away on August 11, 2023.
He enlisted in the Navy at the end of WWII and trained as a fighter pilot, earning his commission as an Ensign 1946. After the war, he attended Colgate University where he graduated with a degree in Economics.
He worked for Atlantic Refining Company in advertising for 30 years. After retiring he enjoyed golfing vacations, cruising, and reading.
Joe was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Clark Robinson; brother Ken Robinson; Mother Dorothy Dunham; father, Kenneth Garlock Robinson. He is survived by his wife Barbara Jean Robinson, Simi Valley.
Joseph has two sons, Jeff & Peter Robinson and three stepchildren Debra Punch, Mark & Craig Warner.
He has three grandchildren, Rachel, Marin, and Thomas as well as great grandson, Leo.
Donations would be appreciated in lieu of flowers: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Celebration of Life Services TBD
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.neptunesociety.com/location/sherman-oaks-cremation for the Robinson family.
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