Karl Payne Robinson

March 18, 1938 - September 4, 2020

Karl Payne Robinson, age 82, passed away on Friday, September 4, 2020 at his residence in Piney Flats, Tenn. He was born on March 18, 1938 in Cleveland, Ohio, a son of the late Luther and Evelyn Dorton Robinson. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Emmajean Robinson; son, Marshall Robinson; daughter, Kimberly Cox; and brothers, Kendall, Ernest, Dale and Mark Robinson. Karl was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. Everyone that knew him was so blessed to know such a sweet, loving, caring man. He was a mason, was faithful attending church at Cross Park Church and had a deep faith in God. He was full of energy, had a great sense of humor and was very witty. Karl loved flowers and gardening, antique shopping and traveling. He always enjoyed having breakfast with his ROMEO Club. He is survived by his loving wife of 10 years, Lorene Cole Robinson; daughter, Angela Robinson Colley of Little River, S.C.; seven grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; stepsons, Blane Huffman, Barry Huffman and Bryan Huffman; three stepgrandchildren; loving daughter-in-law, Julie Robinson; and brothers, Kyle and Nathan Robinson. The family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. on Monday, September 7, 2020 at Oakley-Cook Funeral Home in Bristol, Tenn. The funeral service will follow at 6:00 p.m. with Pastor Tony Thompson officiating. The service may be viewed by clicking here. The committal and interment will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at Greenhills Memory Gardens in Cedar Bluff, Va. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Cross Park Church, 2222 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, TN 37620. The family would like to extend special thanks to Bryan Huffman for his kindness in Karl’s time of need. Arrangements especially for Mr. Robinson and his family have been made through Oakley-Cook Funeral Home & Crematory.