Gregory Robinette

Gregory Brent Robinette, Sr., 70, of Aurora WV, peacefully entered into eternal rest on January 17, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Greg was born on September 6, 1953, in Marietta, OH, a son of the late Frank Wilmer Robinette, Sr. and Cora Susan "Sue" Robinette.

Greg graduated from Southern High School, class of 1971, he followed in his father's footsteps to become a Boilermaker. Completing the Boilermakers 667 Apprenticeship Program is where he honed the craft, acquiring valuable knowledge, and hands-on experience that would shape his successful career. He found joy in the simple pleasures of life, such as hunting, fishing, and the time spent with his beloved grandchildren. His love for riding his side-by-side was not just a hobby but a way for him to spend quality time with his family. Greg took pride in his garden, showcasing his green thumb, and found joy in growing and transplanting flowers while creating stunning landscapes. He had a talent for canning and making delicious jellies, and a unique skill of knot and rope tying, he was truly an expert at everything he did. His garage was his sanctuary for tinkering and working on various projects. His passion for hands-on activities and the satisfaction of creating and fixing things manifested in the time he spent in there. This space became a haven for his creativity and a testament to his skillful craftsmanship. Greg also had a special place in his heart for fishing trips to the Outer Banks, especially when he had the opportunity to join the Rumer boys (Doug, Dave, Dan and family). He loved entertaining those around him with his skills, and always brought laughter into any room and his quick wit made him a cherished presence at family gatherings and social events. Greg never met a stranger and was always ready for a good conversation. His humor, often described as both funny and a little bit rotten, left an indelible mark on the hearts of those who knew him. Greg was also a proud member of the Boilermaker Union, Local 667, he dedicated over 40 years to the art of welding, earning a reputation as an expert boilermaker and a patient teacher. He will certainly be missed by his lifelong boilermaker friends.

Gregory Brent Robinette Sr. leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and hard work. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him and in his loving memory, let us carry forward the words of "See you next time," embracing his positive outlook on life. There are no goodbyes, only the promise of another meeting and another shared moment. As we mourn his passing, let us also celebrate the remarkable life of a man who touched the hearts of many and left an enduring impact on the world around him.

Greg is survived by his wife, Sandra Sue Tichnell; son, Gregory Robinette Jr. and wife Hailey of Oakland MD; daughter, Erika Robinette of Tampa FL; step daughters, Melanie Gore and husband Michael of Bruceton WV, and Lacey Tichnell of Oakland MD; grandchildren, Kori and Alix Robinette, Ethan Glotfelty, Haven Tichnell, Addyson and Grayson Gore, Leah and Alyssa Marquez, Karma and Ava Kile; two great grandchildren, Edwin and Karmi; a brother, Frank Robinette of Oakland; three sisters, Diane Kuhn, Debora Robinette, Cathy Gray of Oakland; numerous nieces, nephews, in-laws, cousins and friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Randall "Steve" Robinette, a sister Linda Lou Robinette, and a nephew, Wesley Steven Robinette, all of Oakland, MD.

Friends will be received at the C & S Fredlock Funeral Home, P.A., 21 N. Second St., Oakland, on Monday, January 22, 2024, from 4 to 7 PM, and on Tuesday, January 23, 2024 from 10 to 11 AM. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 11 AM in the funeral home with Pastor Sam Moon officiating. Interment will follow at the Bayard Cemetery. The C & S Fredlock Funeral Home is honored to be serving Greg's family at this time.