Velma Lorene Robinson Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Velma Lorene Robinson, age 98, of Marion, IL, passed away peacefully at 3:35 p.m. on Wednesday January 22, 2020 in Herrin Hospital. She was born in Marion, IL on Thursday, January 5, 1922, to Herbert M. and Mabel (Ollis) Simmons. She attended school in Marion and was a former member of Cedar Grove Methodist Church northwest of Buncombe. Velma was first united in marriage to Cecil Anson Gurley on May 21, 1938 in Benton, MO and together they shared over twenty-six years of marriage until his death, November 11, 1964. She later married James H. Robinson on January 26, 1967 in Eldorado, IL and together they shared over thirty-two years of marriage until his death March 3, 1999. Velma loved caring for her family and her home and always enjoyed cooking and especially cooking for the many times she shared with her family and friends. She always kept busy and enjoyed cooking, quilting, working in her yard and raising flowers. She always enjoyed the company of her family and many friends and will be missed by all who knew and loved her. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Brenda and Randy Lazorchak of Johnston City, IL; two sons, Ken Gurley of Green Bay, WI and Don and Cheryl Gurley of Riverton, IL; eight grandchildren and spouses, Jessica and Darren Lenon, David and Shanda Gurley, Cindy and Rich Cronin, Rhiannon Gurley, Elicia Gurley, Joseph Gurley, Jacqueline Mangrum and Dwayne Mangrum; several great grandchildren and great great-grandchildren; one sister, Vera Benedict of Crab Orchard; one brother, Hubert Earl McCormick of Aurora, IL; two stepsons and wives, Homer Lee and Etta Robinson of Marion, IL and J. W. and Wanda Robinson of Carbondale, IL; numerous step grand and great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, other extended family and many friends. She was preceded by her parents; two husbands, Cecil A. Gurley and James H. Robinson; two sons, Willis R. “Bill” Gurley and Joe Dean Gurley; granddaughter, Lisa Holder, one grandson, David Mangum; two sisters, Aline Barringer and Wilma Flodene Shadowens; two brothers, Kenneth Simmons and James Leslie McCormick; two daughters-n-law, Judy Gurley and Barbara Gurley and one stepson, Kenneth Robinson. The family would like to say a special thank you to Kevin and Lori Gooch at Father’s Heart Ministries assisted living. Kevin and Lori loved and took care of mom her last couple of years and were truly a blessing from God. Arrangements for Velma Lorene Robinson were entrusted to the Wilson-McReynolds Funeral Home, 900 N. Court Street, of Marion, IL. A time of visitation for family and friends was from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January, 25, 2020, at the funeral home. During the time of visitation a “Reflection of Life” DVD Memorial Tribute featuring special people, places and events in Velma’s life was presented to the family and friends. Following the time of visitation the funeral service was at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Jason Thrash presiding. The prelude and postlude musical selections were recorded piano selections. Special recorded vocal musical selections presented during the service were “Old Rugged Cross”, “In the Garden” and “How Great Thou Art” all by Alan Jackson. Interment followed in Cedar Grove Cemetery located northwest of Buncombe, IL. Pallbearers were Randy Lazorchak, Darren Lenon, Rich Cronin, Dwayne Mangrum, Joe Gurley and David Gurley. Following the committal service at the cemetery the family and friends gathered at Velma’s daughters home, Brenda for a meal and continued time of fellowship and support. To leave an online condolence or memory, please visit our website at www.wilsonmcreynolds.com or call 618-993-2131. For additional information call 618-993-2131.

Velma Lorene Robinson

January 5, 1922 - January 22, 2020