Marilyn Joyce Robinson (nee Gholson) passed away peacefully on February 4, 2026, in St. Louis, Missouri. She was 79 years old.
Joyce was born on February 25, 1946, in Broughton, Illinois to Estus Ray “Buster” and Lura Gholson. She was married to her beloved late husband, John “Shug” Robinson for more than 60 wonderful years.
She was the dear mother of Charles (Cynthia) Robinson, dear grandmother “Mae Mae” of Natalie Robinson, dear sister of Delores Elder of Grayville, Il., Velva Kaffenberger of Evansville, In., Bill Gholson of Harrisburg, Il., Vicki Gholson of Evansville, In. and the late Barbara Fritz, Sam Gholson and Thomas Gholson. She was also a dear aunt, great aunt and friend.
Joyce worked in the grocery business for Kroger and National for 32 years. She loved singing in the church choir, working in her yard and watching birds while cooking in her kitchen. Above all, Joyce loved spending time with her family and friends. We will all miss her infectious laugh and bright, beautiful spirit.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 11 from 9:30 am-11:00 am at Kutis South County Chapel 5255 Lemay Ferry Road, Mehlville, MO 63129. Interment to follow at Shepherd Hills Cemetery.
Joyce was a member of St. John’s Evangelical Church. Contributions to the American Cancer Society or the National Kidney Foundation are appreciated.
So sorry to hear of Joyce passing. I lived across the street from her in New England Town & we were friends. When I moved, lost touch. My sympathies to Charlie & all the family.
Marilyn left a forever mark in our hearts at the dialysis unit. All of the staff and patients loved her. We loved her stories, her spunk, just everything about her. She made us laugh every time she was there and I mean the belly laughs. She was such a joy to be around! We miss her greatly! We will never forget her! She was one special lady! My sympathies to her wonderful family that she loved to talk about. Saying prayers of comfort and peace for her family!
Christina (Dialysis RN,)