[Nfbv-announce] Passing of Leon Robinson

[Fredric Schroeder]

Friends,

It is my sad duty to inform you that Leon Robinson passed away 
last evening. .  As you know, Leon served as the president of our 
Richmond Chapter until last year when Jennifer Kennedy assumed 
the chapter's leadership.  From what I understand Leon's death 
was heart related.  Apparently he was hospitalized a few weeks 
ago with chest pain.  At this time I have no specific information 
about funeral arrangements.

Leon was a quiet yet strong man.  I remember him at our national 
leadership training.  He took the seminar very seriously and 
demonstrated a true depth of commitment to our movement.  He will 
be truly missed.

Fred Schroeder, President
National Federation of the Blind of Virginia