Jimmy Frank Robins Jr. "Tank", born on January 4, 1969, in Nashville, TN, entered eternal rest October 7, 2024 leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories. He was the beloved son of of the late Tommie Lee Robins and Jimmy Frank Robins Sr.
Tank graduated from Glencliff High School and furthered his education at Nashville State. Tank accepted Christ as a young adult and attended New Hope Baptist Church, where his faith was an essential part of his life. A man of many talents, Tank had an incredible work ethic and excelled in various trades, particularly as a skilled press operator for Al's Print Shop for many years.
Known for his warm heart and outgoing nature, Tank never met a stranger. He was a natural conversationalist who loved connecting with people and creating joyful moments with family and friends. His happiest times were spent with his grandchildren, whose lives he enriched with love and laughter. He also had a passion for music and coaching little league football, leaving a lasting impact on the young lives he guided.
Tank’s legacy of love, kindness, and hard work will remain in the hearts of those he touched. Though he is no longer with us, the memory of his vibrant spirit will live on through his family, friends, and all who were fortunate to know him. He was preceded in death by Daughter, Heaven Dashawn Robins whom he loved dearly.
Jimmy leaves to cherish his precious memories with his loving Spouse, Linda Bowling-Robins Son: Deandre Bowling. Grandchildren: Saint Floyd, Deandre Craig and Janiyah Phillips. Step-Mother, Pat Robins, Brothers: Steven Ford, Johnathan Ford (Benita) and Jacques Lamar Ford (Monica). Brother in law: Justin Bowling, Sister-in-law: Ashley Bowling, Aunt: Ilene Biles (Ernie), Uncle: Andre Akins. Nieces: Derria Glover (Calvin), Jessica Ford-Harris, Aleisasacien Lombo (Charua), Chantias Ford, and Ebony Ford. Nephews: Mario Ford, Brandon Mclemore, Troy Ford, Christopher Ford, and Jonathan(Kiera)Ford Jr. , Earth Mother: Tammy Jones (DJ) and Momma Fitzpatrick, Earth Daughter: Shamira Craig, Earth Brother: Eddie Whittaker, Earth Nephew: Delliano Calloway, Close Friends: German Uribes, Perry Whitaker, Marty Reed, Sharetha Hughes, and Stanley Sharp, Special Cousins: Melvin Robinson, Terri Forster, Tony Forster, Erica Buchanan, Robbie Buchanan, and Alvin Muse. Tank also leaves to cherish his music family Mafioso Click, Rodney Holt, Torez "Sixx Man" Castle and Selfrising Music with a host of great nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends he loved dearly.
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