Michael Wayne Robinson, Jr.

Michael Wayne Robinson, Jr., 35, passed away December 22, 2017. He is survived by his mother, Margaret Harrell Ball and husband, Anthony; father, Michael Wayne Robinson, Sr.; sister, Ashley; brother, Derrick and wife, Marybeth; nephew, Grant; beloved uncle, Eric; a large extended family of aunts, uncles, nephews and nieces; and his dog, Blazer, whom he loved and was loved by dearly.


Michael grew up in Emporia, Va where he learned the value of hard work from his father on the family farm. He took an interest in computers at an early age with the guidance of his uncle Eric. Michael attended Greensville County High School and then Virginia Tech, where he earned his Bachelor’s of Science in both Computer and Electrical Engineering. After college Michael accepted a position at Spreadtrum Communications in San Diego, CA and continued his career there for 13 years. He had a passion for travel and an unending thirst for knowledge.


Services will be held at Owen Funeral Home on Sunday, December 31st at 2 o’clock with graveside burial to follow at Greensville Memorial Cemetery.