James Dale Robinson passed away peacefully on June 23 in Santa Monica at the age of 76. Born November 25, 1930 in St. Louis, Missouri to Glover and Edna Robinson. James fought with the U.S. Marines in the Korean War. After receiving a degree in civil engineering from the University of Illinois, he spent a large portion of his career working for Armco Steel. He enjoyed classical music, storytelling, and always loved a good joke. In 2001, James moved with his wife Darlene Hammes from Couer d’ Alene, Idaho, to Pacific Palisades in order to be near his grandchildren. He worked for the Palisadian-Post from 2002-04. James was preceded in death by his parents. Besides his wife, he is survived by sons Scott and Tom of Wisconsin; grandson Billy of Milwaukee; daughters Carol of Ohio and Jane of San Diego; stepsons Greg Hammes (Debbie) of Carmel, Indiana, Gary Hammes (Lisa) of Union, Kentucky; and stepdaughter Sue Marguleas (Anthony) of Pacific Palisades. He will also be missed by his grandchildren: Max, Sam, Anna and Jack Marguleas; Kelsey and Katie Hammes; and Jessica Hammes. A memorial mass will be held at 11 a.m. today at Corpus Christi Church (890 Toyopa Drive). In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in James’ name to Corpus Christi Church or Corpus Christi School.
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