Obituary of Eddie Robinson Sr.

Eddie Robinson Sr.

Eddie Gay Robinson Sr. (born February 13, 1919 in Jackson, Louisiana) was a coach who was best known for being the head coach at Grambling State University (historically black university in Grambling, Louisiana, United states) from 1941 to 1942, then 1946 to 1997 and for being considered as one of the greatest American football coaches of all time. Eddie died on April 7, 2007 and his death was because of Alzheimer’s disease. He died at age 88.

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Eddie Robinson Sr. Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Robinson, Eddie
Common Name: Eddie Robinson Sr.
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Jackson, Louisiana, United States
Birth Date: February 13, 1919
Age: 88 (at death)
Occupation: Coach

Net Worth: $6 million
Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Froot Loops Cereal
Favorite Color: Crimson
Favorite Scent: Paco Rabanne Invictus
Favorite Actor: Laurence Olivier

Eddie's Family Tree

Birth Name: Eddie Gay Robinson Sr.
Father:
Mother:
Spouse/Partner:

Doris Mott Robinson (married 1941-2007, his death)

Son(s):

Eddie Robinson Jr.

Daughter(s):

Lillian Rose Robinson

Death Notice:

Date: April 03 2007 at age 88
Place: Ruston, Louisiana, United States
Cause of Death: Alzheimer's disease

Category Tags:

Coach American Born on February 13th Born in 1919 Born in Louisiana Died in 2007 Died at age 88 Died from Alzheimer's disease

Quotable Quotes:

"Eddie Robinson was an excellent player for Chicago Bears and he also played for the Detroit Lions. Robinson was killed in a car accident in 1989 and his death has been greatly mourned. (V)"

"Eddie Robinson was a professional running back in the NFL and played for the Minnesota Vikings, Baltimore Ravens and New Orleans Saints. In 2009, Robinson was found dead in his hotel room in the Netherlands. Robinson had been taken ill in the Netherlands and was flown back to the United States for treatment. (V)"

"Eddie Robinson lived a life full of passion, determination, and success, leaving a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire generations to come. (V)"

"Eddie Robinson had an illustrious professional life as a college football coach, achieving an incredible 408 wins during his career, but sadly passed away in his later years after battling Alzheimer's disease. (V)"

Is Mr. Eddie Robinson still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.