David Robinson
David Robinson age 71 of El Cajon, CA and formerly of Campbellton, FL passed away June 27, 2025 in El Cajon, CA.
David Robinson
Graveside funeral services will be held 10a.m. Saturday July 19, 2025 at St. Paul – New Bethel Cemetery located 5180 Hwy 273 Campbellton, FL with Rev. Earnestine Daniels officiating. Interment will follow with Military Honors and with Mckinnie Funeral Home of Campbellton, FL directing.
David Robinson was born on September 2, 1953, in Jackson County to the late Narzell Robinson and Tommy Lee Robinson. He spent his formative years in the small town of Campbellton, FL. Later his family relocated to Jacksonville, FL. Where David graduated from High School.
After graduation, he moved to Atlanta, GA and was soon drafted into the military. He proudly joined the United States Marines Corps, which eventually brought him to San Diego, California. David served his country honorably for eight years before receiving an honorable discharge.
Following his military service, David attended San Diego City College, where he earned an associate’s degree and begin a career in civil service. He worked as a warehouse supervisor for 28 years before retiring. While in San Diego, David met the love of his life, Loretta Swanegan. They married in August of 1994 and spent over 30 years nurturing a joyful and loving relationship. Together they traveled to beautiful and historic sites, took annual trips to Las Vegas and Palm Springs, and shared a deep love for the Chargers. Games days were filled with laughter and excitement as they cheered on their team. David and Loretta also enjoyed plays, movies, music, dancing and exploring new restaurants. They never stopped dating. Though David wasn’t fond of planes or boats, which never limited his desire to travel. He found joy in the open road and would often take off on spontaneous road trips, happy to drive wherever his car would take him.
David had a passion for working with his hands. He could often be found in the garden, building something new, or walking the trailsat Chollas Lake. He was also a dedicated member of Bayview Church, where he served faithfully in the parking lot ministry.
Known for his brilliance with numbers, David had a knack for breaking down math problems often going far beyond what was asked. What began as a simple homework questioned would turn into a full chapter review. While the kids may have seen it a lecture back then, those lessons stuck with them, and today they cherish those memories and still laugh about them.
Above all else, David cherished his family. Although he lived far from his relatives if Florida, he stayed close to them through regular phone calls with his mother, siblings, nieces and nephews. He was always smiling, deeply invested in their lives and took great joy in staying connected.
He was a devoted father to Twyla and Preston Robinson and a loving husband to Loretta. Together David and Loretta opened their hearts and home to Loretta’s great nieces Constance, Deja, Tanzania, Syanigh and Briana. Embracing them as his own and becoming the father figure they needed. In doing so he just didn’t gain five granddaughters; he created a family build on love, guidance and unconditional support. David’s presence in their lives left a lasting impact. He taught them how to ride bikes, shared his knowledge of math and history, and was always there cheering them on at their sports games and celebrating their achievements with genuine pride. He brought joy into everyday moments, from buying the girls their first beloved family dog. Dutch, to making long road trips unforgettable with fun games and laughter.
David was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers: Leroy, Earl and Tommy Lee Robinson Jr., and his sister Amie Butler.
David Robinson was devoted husband, father, son, brother: a proud Marine and hardworking man who loved deeply and gave generously. His love for family was at the core of who he was. He will be remembered for his kindness, wisdom and the lasting impact he made on everyone he loved. His legacy lives on in the hearts and lives of all who were blessed to know him.
David leaves to cherish his memories his devoted wife Loretta Swanegan Robinson, his children Twyla Robinson, Preston Robinson (Monica), Constance English, Briana Carr, Deja Bates (TeRon), Tanzania Skinner (Darren), and Syanigh Swanegan Robinson. Grandchildren; TeRon Bates, Jr., Renee Bates, Cameron Carr and Melody Skinner. He leaves two devoted brothers: Thomas Robinson (Roney) and Tony Robinson (Loretta), and a loving sister Birtha Robinson (Chris) and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.