Angel Katrina Robinson

Angel Katrina “Trina” Robinson departed this life on Thursday, January 23, 2020 to a new life in God’s perfect peace. She leaves to mourn her beloved mother, Julia Ann Robinson; her brother, Kevin (Charlotte) Robinson; aunt, Gloria Robinson; uncles, Edward and Ronald (Celeste) Robinson; nieces, Tyquia and Brittany Boone, and Nia Robinson, the truest loves of her life, “her children” Jair, Kaia and Jaden Robinson, and Jeffrey III and Gabrielle Slater, as well as a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Isabella Robinson; grandfather, Edward Robinson; aunts, Lola May and Martha Francis Robinson, and uncles, William McArthur, Floyd Anthony, and Frank Oliver Robinson. A life-long learner, Angel was a proud graduate of and told many stories about her early educational experiences at Barrows Nursery, Martinez Kindergarten School, St. Joan of Arc Catholic School, and Mercy Academy High School. Angel continued her educational pursuits at Wesleyan College in Macon, Ga where she earned a Bachelor in Arts degree in Sociology and Psychology, University of New Orleans where she earned a Masters in Urban and Regional Planning degree, and the Art Institute of Pittsburgh where she earned a certificate in Graphic and Digital Design. Her educational pursuits led her to an eleven-year career in economic development serving as a Senior Assistant for Business Resources with the City of New Orleans, an Economic Development Consultant for Lindholm Management, and as the Managing Director of the Collaborative for Enterprise Development. However, it was Angel’s creative spirit and passion for paper that led her to her true calling when she launched Write Robinson, a couture stationery company in 2005. From there she also pursued additional creative interests such as serving as Creative Counsel for “TwentySix Magazine”, becoming Creative Director and Partner in Grey Buddha graphic design firm, and authoring the book “Common Sense and Coffee.” She was a brilliant person who loved to consult with small business owners, crochet, inspire creation time with “her children,” and chat with family and friends. She was deeply loved and will be missed by all. Family and Friends are invited to her Celebration of Life on Saturday, February 1, 2020 at Blessed Sacrament/ St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 919 Cambronne Street, New Orleans, La 70118. Visitation at 9:00 am, Mass at 10:00 am. Interment: private. Arrangements by D. W. Rhodes Funeral home, 3933 Washington Avenue.