Charleen Robinson Obituary in Phenix City at Taylor Funeral Home, Inc

Obituary For Charleen Robinson

Mrs. Charleen Robinson, 58, of Columbus, GA died Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022 in Columbus, GA.

A private service will be held 10:00 a.m. EST, Saturday, March 5, 2022 with the interment to follow at 11 a.m. EST in Evergreen Memorial Park. Visitation will be held Friday, March 4, 2022 from 1-5 p.m. EST.

Charleen Brown Robinson was born January 11, 1964, in Winston Salem, NC. She was the loving daughter of the late Corporal Preston Lee Brown and Catherine O’Neal Brown. Charleen was educated in the public schools of Florence District One (North Vista Elementary, Williams Middle School and Wilson High School). During her Senior year in High School, Charleen was a trail blazer by being part of a small cohort of students who were trained to drive the school bus for the District. Many people marveled at the ability of such a “small girl” driving such a “big school bus”.

During her primary and secondary education, Charleen received the following awards: Beta Club (MS & HS), Perfect Attendance (ES), Good Citizenship, Math (MS), Junior Civitan club (HS); Library Reader (ES); Outstanding Service in Mini Social Studies (HS), High Achievement (ES) and a Band Award (HS).

After graduating from Wilson High School in 1982, Charleen had a dream of becoming a doctor and pursued a degree in Science by attending South Carolina State University (Orangeburg, SC). She would tell the story that she always wanted to be a doctor, but God placed it on her heart that she needed to become an Educator.

She took time out of her professional career to start a family and become a mother to Jonathan and Jerrod, but still felt the calling from God to become an educator.

Charleen returned to higher learning and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree (1991) from New York State University; in addition, she completed courses at Columbus College (December 1994). Charleen would further go on to complete a Master’s Degree in Elementary Education (December 2003) and an Educational Leadership Add-On (August 2005) from Troy State University. Charleen later completed certification as an Educational Leadership Specialist from Columbus State University in December of 2010. She was also named “Teacher of the Year” from Columbus State University.

Charleen gained employment with the Muscogee County School District as an elementary school teacher and started her teaching career on August 28, 1995, at Eastway Elementary School (now named Lonnie Jackson Academy) as a 5th/6th grade Science Teacher. While working at Eastway Elementary School, Charleen received the 1999 “Teacher of the Year” Award and was also promoted to an Academic Coach on August 4, 2003. Under her direction as the Academic Coach, the following achievements were made: 1) students published books; 2) a resource center was established which enabled teachers to access needed resources for their classrooms; and 3) she made it possible for teachers to obtain and share research-based information with each other. She worked closely with Administration and Faculty to ascertain Eastway’s academic weaknesses and strengths and to determine with each grade level strategies in improving achievement.

She was later promoted to Assistant Principal on August 1, 2007 and was shared between Martin Luther King Jr. and South Columbus Elementary Schools.

On December 1, 2008, Charleen became Principal of Rigdon Road Elementary School and served in this capacity for the past 14 years. During her tenure and leadership at Rigdon Road Elementary, the school received number recognitions, including the following: • Rigdon was recognized for 3rd grade Student Growth Percentile Achievement for 2015 in Science on the State's Georgia Milestone Assessment. • Several Rigdon Road students were recognized by the Local Board of Education for placing in various categories in the 2016 Let's Grow STEAM Fair. • Rigdon Road was recognized for meeting adequate yearly progress and was placed on the Beat the Odds list for performing better than statistically expected.

Overall, Charleen was a dedicated and respected Educator in the Muscogee County School District for 26 and a half years. During her tenure in MCSD, Charleen lead and participated in many professional and/or leadership seminars, conferences and workshops across the district and state of Georgia. She was also a mentor to numerous staff members at her perspective schools and from her encouragement, developed many who would go on to become Principals and/or Assistant Principals in the County. Charleen always understood the importance of being an asset in her community. At an early age, she accepted Christ into her life and knew the importance of working for God and being active in the church. She grew up worshiping and being a member of New Hopewell Baptist Church (Society Hill, SC), where she sung on the choir and at St. Paul A.M.E. Church (Pamplico, SC), where she occasionally played the piano during her high school years. After moving to Columbus, Ga., Charleen became an active member of St. Mary’s United Methodist Church, under the leadership of Bishop James Swanson, Sr., where she participated and/or served on the following committees: Children’s Ministries, Membership Secretary, Vacation Bible School, Boy Scouts, and playing the piano for special occasions.

In 2006, Charleen continued to demonstrate her commitment to public service by becoming a member of The Columbus (Ga) Alumnae Chapter, of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. This was one of her many personal accomplishments that she truly treasured. Charleen’s love for her Sorority, Chapter Sorors, Line Sisters (“46 Dimensions of Diversity”) and “all things red” was always evident in her actions and deeds. She lived her life in the principles of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc: scholarship, public service, and sisterhood.

In all her accomplishments, accolades and life’s journeys, Charleen never forgot about her family, upbringing and lessons that were instilled in her at an early age.

Those who shared the sorrows and joys with Charleen and remain to cherish her memory are her loyal and devoted sons, Jonathan (Talia) Robinson of Augusta, GA and Jerrod Robinson of Batesburg, SC; three grandsons, Jamal Lewis, of Columbus, GA; Braylen and Maize Robinson of Evans, GA; her loving and caring mother, Catherine O’Neal Brown of Florence, SC; one loving sister and her family, Dr. Katrina (Charles, Ashley and William) Brown Bankins of Concord, NC; a dedicated and devoted friend, Dr. Johnny Freeman; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbors and friends.

Loved ones awaiting Charleen in heaven are her father, Corporal Preston Lee Brown, and brother, Rev. Donnie McWhite.

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Blessings to the family. Thank you Principal Robinson for believing in me and seeing greatness in me even when I didn't quite see it. Soar high. W.O.Robinson

Your beautiful heart and spirit will never be forgotten. It was always wonderful being in your presence. Mia McFadden-Lockett Columbus, GA.

I am so hurt and so shocked of your passing my sister and as members of the same church, St Mary Rd church. you will be missed but never forgotten I will never forget when we served on the greetings committee and the most beautiful person I ever knew, you have earned your wings Rip my dear. We love you. I offer my words of prayer and a candle of memory, and prayers for your family sympathy and love. Joyce Copeland.

What a sweet person!My prayers for the family and all the lives Ms. Robinson has touched!She proved that education is a work of heart!

My Condolences to the Family. God's Grace & Mercy is sufficient. Rest In Peace 🙏🏽 As you enjoy your Heavenly Home😇

I extend my deepest condolences to the family. May God comfort and give you peace. I will miss Charleen, a wonderful educator. Margaret Lee Ingersoll

We Will Miss You We will miss you Mrs. Robinson because you have gone away, We will miss your love and kindness that you showed to us each day, We will miss your smiling face and the things you had to say, Although you could not stay, your memory lingers on. Dr. Carolyn J Harris

Rest in peace, Charleen. You gave light to the world. Today, I light this candle in memory of you. Sending my love to the Brown family.
Dr. Wanda Fernandopulle

Our sincere condolences. From Reverend Davis and the Saint Paul AME Church family.

Aunt Charlene we are devastated by your transition. You will be missed. Our prayers go out to your family, uncle Joe, and the boys. We Will always love a miss you.
With love from
Bryan, Gail, and Ayden

Words can't express how I felt when I heard Ms. Robinson passed away. My heart goes out to the family, the teachers and students whose lives she has touched throughout her life. She was an amazing woman and leader. She will be missed.-Priscilla Williams and Family

Sending prayers to my cousins Jonathan, and Jerrod!! Auntie you will truly be missed. Love Veronica Corbitt, Aunt Dorothy, and family

Deepest condolences to the family of Charleen Brown Robinson. Prayers of strength during this difficult time. Deborah Bartell

I was so sad to hear of your passing Charlene Robinson and she was truly a beautiful person inside out . You will be miss by many, sending prayers to your family. Ms.Maldonado

A life well-lived is an art! A unique individual always willing to give, share, help, encourage and be about her Father's business. A little girl grew into a phenomenal woman but the warmth and love matured always shining through. For the lives you touched, thank you Charleen! For always being you, thank you! Thank you God for giving Charleen to us. We praise you and thank you for all your blessings. Be strong family, she is not dead but resting in the bosom of Abraham. The Greater Saint Paul AME Church Family

Sending thoughts and prayers to the family of Charleen . I am so glad I was able to get to know you and your family at St. Mary's Rd UMC. Sincere love and blessings to all Doris Upshaw

I'll miss you Charleen❤️

Praying for the Family now and days ahead. Grateful Memories last a Lifetime. Rest in Peace 🙏 Rev. Yolanda Green-Lyde and Family

To know her was to love her. I will forever miss my childhood friend/classmate Charleen. God is saying well done my faithful Servant. Rest on my Neighborhood friend, until we meet again. Love, Stephanie Sellers- Gregg

I am truly sorry to hear of the passing of Charleen. She was the sweetest and kindest person that one could ever meet. That beautiful smile and those dimples was a beautiful trait that everyone will always remember. My condolences to her beautiful family. May you rest well in the arms of Jesus, Charleen.

My heartfelt condolences to the family of Charlene Robinson. May Almighty GOD bring you peace and give you the strength to endure this difficult time. Please take to heart (Revelation 21:4) "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more...." Sincerely, Penelope Zeigler

We are planting these trees in remembrance of our dear friend and sister in Christ, Charleen Robinson. Trees play a significant role in helping the environment just as Charleen did in helping and lovingly impacting so many lives. The trees will be planted where needed just as God placed Charleen where she was needed. Don't rest! Enjoy your new home in God's kingdom, dear friend. The Akers family.

My condolences are extended to they family of Charleen. You will be greatly missed. May you Rest In Peace.

I am saddened of her passing. I know God loved her more. She was my boss for 12 years at Rigdon Road, a friend and sister for life. I will truly miss her and send my prayers and condolences to the family. RIH my love. I can still hear you singing. With love, Vickie L Bailey. DST!🔺

My condolences and prayers to the family now and in days to come.
M. LeRoy Furman, ED.M.

I am still in a state of shock from hearing the news of Charlene's untimely passing. I can still vividly see her bright and shining face with those big eys and wide smile dotted with her dimples. She always acknowledged me when we saw each other at church or around the Columbus, GA community. We here on this side of heave loved her; but her heavenly Father loves her more. Her work here is finished and she's reported to her eternal heavenly home. Our sincere condolences to her sons, DIL and grandkids; her Mom and all other family members who are grieving her passing. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during this season of bereavement. Rest in peace, Sis. Charlene.

We are proud to have had Ms. Robinson as a part of our children and the immediate community education efforts. Condolences to the family. Willie/Gloria Brown and Family

I was devastated when I heard of the passing of one of my best friends since High School. I thank God for reconnecting us these last years. I assured her that even though we didn't see each other often that we would be best friends forever and she assured me of the same. She will forever live in my heart. Rest Well and I am sure that you will welcome me to my new home some day. Mrs. Brown, Katrina and Family, I share your loss and my prayers are with you all. I love you all. Love, Isla J. Smith

I can't believe Charleen is gone, and I know the shock is even greater for you. I hope memories of the happy times you had together can be of some comfort during this incredibly difficult time. I'm praying you find some solace and peace. All my love, Dr. Billie Kendrick Teacher-South Columbus Elementary

Saddened to read of passing. We became very good friends while at SC State. She has a big heart and a sweet spirit.

I am so saddened to hear of Charleen's passing. We were the best of friends in college and lost track with each other along the way. She had recently been on my spirit and I tried to locate her.
My deepest sympathy to her son, and her entire family.
Sorrowfully, Sharon Brown Stackhouse

Sincere condolences tou your family from the Rosena Dowdy family

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. Frances Williams

My sincere and heartfelt condolences are with you during your time of grief.

Sincere condolences to the family of Charleen and continuous prayers of comfort during this difficult time. Bartell and Hicks Family.

My condolences are extended to the entire family. Charleen will be sorely missed. May she rest in peace and the peace of the Lord surround you in your time of grief.

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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