Homer Ray Robinette, 70, St. Marys, died at 11:56 a.m. June 14, 2011, at Doctor's West Hospital, Columbus, following a sudden illness.

He was born June 2, 1941, in Williamson, W.Va., to Lee and Effie Blacke Robinette.

Surviving are two children, Melissa J. Plokhooy, St. Marys, and Ray (Stephanie) Robinette, Monticello, Ky; four sisters, Lottie Kirk, Columbus, Maxine Noan, Carey, Bonnie Watts, Columbus, Nella Watts, Columbus; four brothers, Jim Robinette, Sycamore, Jeff Robinette, Williamson, Carlos Robinette, Plain City, and Walter Robinette, Columbus; numerous brothers- and sisters-in law; and two grandchildren.

Deceased are two sisters, Wanda Robinette and Lucille Kirk; and three grandsons.

He retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, St. Marys, after 30 years service. He also owned and operated a lawn care service for many years. He was a member of Eagles Lodge 767 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9289, St. Marys.

Service is 11 a.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, St. Marys, the Rev. John Mobley officiating. Burial will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery.

Calling is 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be directed to Gideons International.

Condolences may be left at millerfuneralhomes.net.