Dan Robinson

     Danny Ray Robinson, 72, of Carmi, passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Linda E. White Hospice House in Evansville, Indiana. He was born on December 31, 1952, in Minden, Louisiana, the son of Huey Gene and Wanda Jean (Fulton) Robinson. Dan married Claudetta Faye White on April 28, 1974, and she survives. He worked in the oilfield for a time, as well as at Grace Chemicals and then Raben tire until 1999. Dan then became the owner and operator of Dan's Tire in Carmi until he retired. He served on the Carmi fire department for 27 years. Dan was a member of the New Beginning Church of God. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and competing in demolition derbies.

     In addition to his wife, Claudetta Robinson of Carmi, IL, Dan is survived by his sons, Dennis (Jessica) Robinson of Carmi, IL. and Scott (Marie) Robinson of Enfield, IL; grandchildren, Tyler (Brook Hogue) Robinson of Carmi, IL, Haley (Braxton) Pettyjohn of Enfield, IL, Cole Duvall of Centralia, IL, Mason Duvall of Carmi, IL, Jacob Robinson of Enfield, IL. and Noah Robinson of Carmi, IL; one great-grandchild, Zora Dawn Robinson; a brother, Rick (Brenda) Robinson of Carmi, IL; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents.

     Funeral services for Dan Robinson will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, May 30, 2025, at Campbell Funeral Home in Carmi, with burial at Kuykendall Cemetery in Carmi. Family and friends may visit from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at Campbell Funeral Home in Carmi. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Dan's memory to White County Senior Citizens and will be accepted at Campbell Funeral Home in Carmi. Donations may also be mailed to 609 W. Main St. Carmi, IL. 62821.