Alexander “Buddy” Robinson - Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes & Crematory

Alexander “Buddy” Robinson

Born November 19, 1944

Alexander Buddy Robinson, age 71, of New Castle, DE, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 25, 2016.

A native Delawarean, Buddy was born in Wilmington on November 19, 1944, and was a son of the late James F. Robinson, Jr. and Eleanor (Lynch) Robinson. He proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Army. A skilled mechanic by trade, Buddy worked for a number of different auto repair companies throughout the area. He later accepted a position as an equipment operator with DelDOT, retiring after many years of service.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Scott. Buddy is survived by his loving wife, Roxanne (Confer) Robinson; daughters, Holly Wooters (Elwood) and Lisa Barrett (fiancé, James Bingham); brothers, James Robinson III (Darline) and Michael Robinson (Cindy); sisters, Linda Hudgins, Ellen Stevens (Jim) and Kimberly Otter (Lawrence); grandchildren, Kayla, Kristina, Genie, Kathryn, Kaleb, Douglas, Kyle, Sean and Ashley; great grandchildren, Kyle, Jr. and Brianna; and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 4 pm on Friday afternoon, June 3, 2016, at the Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 121 West Park Place, Newark, DE, where a visitation for family and friends will be held from 3 pm until 4 pm. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Buddy’s memory may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, Delaware Chapter, 2 Mill Road, Ste. 106, Wilmington, DE 19806.

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  • Holly and Lisa I’m so sorry for you loss. There are no words that can describe the sadness I feel for you both. Live and love

  • I love the picture you chose. The family is in my thoughts and prayers. Sending love and hugs.

  • Holly and Lisa and family
    So sorry for your loss

  • Holly Wooters, Lisa Barrett and Family: I Saw This On Facebook Tonight. So Sorry To Hear About Your Father’s Passing Away.

  • Been a aide and friend to you and a long time.I will miss you. Thanks for the sunshine you brought in my life.

  • Rocky, What do I say, what words to express my sadness on the loss of your husband and best friend. May your years together and all your memories be enough to keep you strong… Love
    Jodie Quinn

  • Holly and Lisa,
    So very sorry on the loss of your dad … May your memories of him all be happy.
    Love
    Aunt Jodie

  • Daddy I miss you more every day. It has been 5 years and it feels like yesterday. Keep watching over me as I know that you have been. One more day closer to seeing you again. Love you always 💓