James Hayes Robinson, Jr.

James H Robinson passed away on December 24, 2023 with those he loved most close by.

Jim was a husband, father, Papa, Big Jim and Prune to those who knew him best. He was born and raised in Warren, Ohio and made his way West where he found himself at Idaho State University. Although he held many degrees, the one that he held closest to his heart was education. Jim had recently retired after 25 years teaching in American Falls, Inkom, and Pocatello. When he wasn't educating or coaching the youth of Eastern Idaho he could be found working security at ISU and Salt Lake City.

Jim's most proud achievement was marrying the love of his life, Virginia. She supported him in all of his glory during his hey day, and washed all of his superhero shirts with eyerolls and love for the past 49 years. He was the father of two amazing children, Krystala and JT, who have helped bless their family with families of their own. Krystala, married to army veteran, Aaron, with three children; Jackson James, and twins Olivia Grace and Aryia Rose. JT found a beautiful teacher of his own, Celie, and have Jim's namesake in their son, Hayes.

The way Jim died is just like he lived; he wrote his own story. If you said he couldn't do something, he would always figure out a way and do it smiling. Jim was a rare combination of someone who had a love of life and firm understanding of what was important—the simplicity of living a life with those you love most.

In addition to his family, Jim is survived by his brother, Richard A. Robinson (Ohio); his sister, Patricia A. Maple-Gordon (Ohio); and Cynthia L. Wade (New Jersey). He also has a host of nephews, nieces and cousins as well as his sister-in-law, Ursula Robinson (Germany).

Jim is preceded in death by his mother, Grace R. Robinson White; his father, James H. Robinson, Sr., and two siblings, Zedeus H. Robinson and Josetta M. Day-Logan.

Jim's presence was larger than life. His smile lit up a room and his hugs left you feeling safe and protected. He always left you needing just one more. A Big Man. A Big Heart. Our Big Jim.

His Rosary will be said Saturday, December 30, 2023, at 10:25 am at Holy Spirit Catholic Community (St Antony's Chapel), 524 N 7th St, Pocatello, Idaho. Immediately following will be Jim's Memorial Service and Mass. We will then celebrate his life with an "After Party" at The Elks Lodge #674 410 S Main St, Pocatello, Idaho. A live stream of Jim's service will be available by following the link below.

As we honor this Super Hero of a man, it would fill his heart and ours if you were to don your favorite super hero attire as we reminisce the hero he truly was.

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