James Bernard “Bernie” Robinson, 78, Altoona, died Friday night at Conemaugh Memorial Hospital, Johnstown.

He was born in Altoona, a son of the late James E. and Helen L. (Olson) Robinson. On Aug. 23, 1969, he married Debby S. Jodon in Altoona.

Surviving is his wife of almost 57 years, Debby; two sons, Trevor Robinson (Darci) and Derek Robinson (An); a daughter, Hilary Koch; eight grandchildren: Meagan, Tyler, Halee, Leili, Lauren, Maleah Koch, Xavier Koch and Jaxson Koch; two great-grandchildren, Emerie and Landon; and three brothers: Gordy, Alan and Scott Robinson.

He was preceded in death by his father; and mother-in-law and father-in-law, Marvin and Jayne Jodon.

Bernie was a 1968 graduate of Hollidaysburg Area High School and he served in the U. S. Army Reserves. In 1968, he was manager of the JCPenney Restaurant and in 1970 he received an award from the company for best restaurant in JCPenney stores. From 1975-90, he was the owner and operator of the Dockside Restaurant and Lakeview Luncheonette at Seven Points at Raystown Lake. He retired from the Ebensburg Center where he was the dietary manager.

Friends will be received from 10 a.m. until the 1 p.m. memorial service today, June 30, 2026, at Juniata United Methodist Church, 808 N. Fourth St., Altoona, Pastor Denise Haskins officiating.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Fresenius Kidney Care or U.S. Renal.

Arrangements are by Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc., 719 N. Fourth Ave., Altoona.