Mary Alice

Robinson

Mary Alice McBride Robinson was born on March 6, 1939, in Thomaston, Marengo County, Alabama.  Mary Alice McBride-Robinson was the cherished daughter of Sam McBride and Janie Soles-McBride.

Mary Alice leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion through her 67 years of marriage to her beloved husband, Cpt. Emerson W. Robinson Jr. Together they built a life full of faith, family, and love. She was a proud graduate of Josephine Allen Institute in 1958. Mary Alice was a devoted member of the Neil R. Richardson Missionary Society. In addition to being a member of the Alabama Independent Barber and Beautician Association of 50+ year, her service extended to the Steward Board, Lay Organization, and as a Choir Member. Her nurturing spirit was also evident in her role as a Foster Parent, toughing countless lives with her kindness and care.

Mary Alice is preceded in death by her parents; Sam McBride and Janie Soles-McBride.  Brothers, Sam McBride, James McBride, Donald McBride, and Timothy McBride. And grandson; Tavares Robinson.

She is survived by four children: Emerson W. (Denise) Robinson III, Michael Robinson Sr., Larry Robinson Sr., and Hope A. (David) Robinson-Beverly. Four sisters: Yvonne (Charlie) Baldwin-Powell, Carolyn (Nolan) David, Patricia (Raymond) Easley, and Deloras (Vernon) Lucious. And brother; Columbus McBride.

Grandchildren: Chantey (Terrence), Chasity, Calvin, Vilintio (Dominique), Miesha (Juan), Michael Jr., Jelisa, Larry Jr., Kristy, Demertic, Sondaria, Jeremy, Tashryah, Janese, David, Tony, Amiaya, and Chad-David.

Great-grandchildren; Cameron Chance, Cai, Destiny, Dominique, Mikereya, Dylan, Reighn, Michael III, McCollin, Tamarcus, Kyra, Alaysia, Kentarius, Aribella, Daniel, Chyle, David-Narice, Alaya, Aniaya, Dallas, Jkayla, Hasaanah-Amenet, and Jaden. She also leaves behind one great-grandchild, Calani.

Mary Alice was honored to have god-daughters, Phillis Kelly, Raina Parsons, and Taiwanese Hunt-Fletcher.

She is also survived by her sisters-in-law: Georgia (late Alonzo) Jones, Easter Johnson, and Sarah (Joe) Kelly. Her brothers-in-law include James (Veronica) Robinson and David (Eddrice) Robinson. Devoted life long friend; Ms. Jessie Ruth Lett. Sisters in Christ;  Ms. Georgia Walker; Mrs. Edna Brown, and Mrs. Johnita Bryant. Honoring the late brother Albert (Gladys) Robinson Sr., Brother Franklin (Lillie) Robinson Sr., Sister Nell Richardson and Sister Annie Mary (Charlie) Mosley.

Mary Alice's unwavering faith, generous spirit, and dedication to her family and community will be remembered by all who knew her. Her legacy of love and service will continue to inspire and uplift those she leaves behind.

The visitation will be held Monday, September 9, 2024 at the St. John AME Church from 9:00. AM until the 11:00 AM Celebration of Life Service. Interment will follow in the Gethsemane Cemetery Mobile Street.