Edwin "Ed" G. Robinson, Jr.

Edwin G. Robinson Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2025, at the age of 84.

Born on October 24, 1940 Ed grew up in Oregon and remained a proud lifelong Oregonian. Ed was a graduate of Lake Oswego High School, where he played both football and tennis. He went on to attend the University of Oregon and was a member of the varsity tennis team and the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. Ed later served his country in the Air Force Reserves.

Professionally, Ed built a successful career with Standard Insurance Company before venturing into entrepreneurship, founding Robinson & Brian Associates and later Robinson Financial Group.

Beyond work, Ed’s greatest joys were rooted in sports, community, family and faith. He cherished his lifelong friendships, the annual high school reunion at Hagg Lake and his camaraderie with his tennis community at the Multnomah Athletic club where he played and captained many USTA tennis teams over the years. He and his teammates would often be found in the sports bar playing liar’s poker following matches. He also cherished the countless gatherings with family and friends at the coast in Salishan.

He was a passionate supporter of the Oregon Ducks—a lifelong member of the Order of the O—and fan and past season ticket holder of the Portland Trail Blazers. Known for his quick wit, booming laugh, and love of spirited conversation, Ed had a gift for quickly connecting with strangers and bringing people together.

Ed is survived by his devoted wife, Rita Robinson; his children, Shannon (Ted) Rose and Gardner (Natsuko) Robinson and their mother, Carole Sawyer; his step-children, Pam Criswell, Jeanene Hill, Jonathan (Michele) Hill and his many beloved grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Edwin G. Robinson Sr. and Gladys Robinson.

Ed leaves behind a legacy of faith, family, friendship and laughter that will be deeply missed by all who knew him.