In the year of 1970, Bishop Estelle Smith visited the home of Mother Mary Robinson; she was at that time an alcoholic.  Bishop Smith began to minster to her the Word of God.  Mother Robinson was convicted of her sins, delivered, and saved the same night.  Mother Robinson open her home for services; they began to have prayer and bible study there.  Many people came and soon the house became overcrowded, therefore, it was time to find a bigger place.  In 1992, Bishop Helen Gillis was elected as the second president of Mt Sinai Church of Christ Deliverance, Inc.  Under the leadership of Bishop Gillis, Mother Robinson continued to serve faithfully as a member of Emmanuel Holy Temple, Norfolk, Virginia.

Mary Robinson departed this life on February 1, 2022 in her home.  Her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and family surrounded her.  Mary was a native of the Eastern Shore of Virginia and was Born September 2, 1926 to Charles Young and her unknown mother, who deceased when Mary was born.  Mary was then raised by her grandmother and that's where she got her name.  Mary was an only child and was raised on Marion Scott Farm in Cape Charles, Virginia.  She was married to the late Elder George Robinson and in 1952 they moved to Norfolk, Virginia.

Mary was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great grandmother, aunt and friend.  She was loved by many and to those who didn't know her, they would say, Mary Robinson had a heart of gold and she would help anyone in need.

Mary was predeceased by her husband Elder George Robinson and Renee Robinson, granddaughter.

Mary leaves to cherish her fond memories, one son, Clifton Lee Robinson. Her daughters, Joyce Ann Robinson-Palmer, Gloria Jean Robinson-Mubin and Arletha Robinson-Deering.  Her grandchildren; Monique, Kimberly, Michael Jr., Nadia, Reginald, Derek, Malkia, Lester Jr, Michael, Eric, Floyd Jr, Lashawna and Sherhonda. She was blessed to have 38 great grandchildren and 28 great-great grandchildren.

Special thanks to Mikeshia (great granddaughter) who was Mother Mary Robinson caregiver for 3 years.  We know the journey wasn't easy and we appreciate and love you.

Well done, thy good and faithful servant, enter in the joy of the Lord!