Mr. Harlen Alva Robinson, age 81 of Sparta, passed away Friday, March 19, 2021 in Jamestown, Tennessee.

Harlen was born May 22, 1939 in Sparta, Tennessee to the late Alva & Pansie Nabors Robinson. Harlen started his career in the workforce at an early age after graduating from high school at the age of 14. He was a Jack of All Trades, he could do anything pertaining to construction, carpentry work, roof work, masonry work, electrical and plumbing. He was an artist and loved painting. When he was not working, he could found on his motorcycle or horseback riding. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by a son, James Quincy Robinson; siblings, Lee, Elise, Maxine and Evanell.

Surviving family members include his two sons, Harlen Alva Robinson, Jr. of Sparta and David Robinson of Cookeville

Grandchildren: Amanda Robinson, Jennifer Anderson, Anthony Robinson, Jamie Robinson and Genevieve Robinson

Great-grandchildren: Marlee and Mason

Former wife and close friend: Linda Robinson

Sister: Marcella Christian and husband John

Graveside services will be conducted 3:00pm Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at Clouse Cemetery at Upper Board Valley. There will be no public visitation prior to the service. Buster Young will officiate.