Rodney Myron Robinson, 71

June 21, 1955 – November 7, 2026

On Saturday, November 7, 2026, Rodney Myron Robinson, age 71, departed this earthly life and entered his eternal home. Just two days later, on Monday, November 9, his beloved wife, Johnnie Cissom Robinson, joined him in paradise when she passed away at Magnolia Regional Health in Corinth, Mississippi.

In keeping with Rodney’s wishes, he will be cremated. Family and friends will gather to celebrate the lives of Rodney and Johnnie at 2 p.m. on Thursday, November 12, 2026, in the Heritage Chapel of Ripley Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, November 11, and will resume at 10 a.m. on Thursday, November 12, continuing until service time. Family friend Bro. Doc Shelton will officiate, and their grandson, Marco, will share personal reflections.

Born June 21, 1955, in Newton County, Mississippi, Rodney was the son of the late Roy E. Robinson and Vadine Reed Robinson. He graduated from Walnut High School and served his country in the United States Army. Rodney spent many years working in the cutting department at Benchcraft before his retirement.

A Christian and a man of his word, Rodney was the kind of friend who did exactly what he said he would do. He was strong-willed, and when he saw something good in a young person, he had a way of helping them see it, too. Many who looked up to him will remember what it meant to have Rodney in their corner. He found plenty to enjoy in the simple things, whether he was cheering on his Ole Miss Rebels, taking a four-wheeler out for a ride, or listening to some good Southern rock and roll.

For all the things Rodney enjoyed, his greatest joy came from his family. He was a faithful and loving companion to Johnnie and a devoted daddy to his girls. He especially treasured time with his grandchildren. Whatever they were facing, they could count on their granddaddy for a few words of encouragement and a reminder of what he knew they were capable of.

Those left to cherish his memory include his daughters, Donyeil Soto (Taylor Sharp), Neecole Robinson, Cara Macareno (Jorge), and Kylie Winkles. He is also survived by his brothers, Phillip Robinson (Dianne) and Tim Robinson (Mary Lee). His seven grandchildren are Deekota Bryant, Ezekiel Robinson, Haleigh Winkles, Marco Soto, Anthony Soto, Alex Macareno, and Tyler Macareno. He also leaves nine great-grandchildren, his sister-in-law, Alice Robinson, his much-loved in-laws, his cousins, and many dear friends.

Rodney was preceded in death by his parents, his brother James “Bo” Robinson, his granddaughter Natalie Aguilar, his nephew Gabriel Robinson, and his nieces Stacey Robinson and Jayna Robinson.

Rodney Robinson was a fine fella, and those who knew him will miss him dearly. In these tender days, his family finds comfort in knowing that his earthly pain has ended and that he and Johnnie are together again in the presence of the Lord. His girls and grandchildren will carry something of him with them each time they keep their word, lend a hand, or tell someone they love, “You can do it.”

Ripley Funeral Home is honored to serve Rodney’s family.

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Visitation

Wednesday
November 11, 2026
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Heritage Chapel of Ripley Funeral Home

Ripley, Mississippi

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Visitation

Thursday
November 12, 2026
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Heritage Chapel of Ripley Funeral Home

Ripley, Mississippi

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