Cassie “Opal” Robinson, age 95, of Green Mountain, NC, went home to be
with the Lord on Sunday, March 15, 2026. A native of Yancey County, she was a
daughter of Noah and Ruby Riddle Robinson. She was preceded in death by four
siblings: Pansy Silvers, Lillian “Hazel” Franklin, William “Clyde” Robinson and
Shirley Marie Silvers.
She is survived by brothers: Dewey Robinson of Greeneville, TN, Ernest
“Lesley” Robinson (Terry) of Mars Hill, NC, Warren Robinson (Donna) of
Burnsville, NC and Edward “Eddie” Robinson (Judy) of Burnsville, NC. A brother-
in-Law, Earl Silvers of Green Mountain, NC. Many nieces and nephews also
survive.
Lovingly known as Aunt Opal to hosts of nieces and nephews spanning 3
generations she was always happiest when surrounded by her family. Though
Aunt Opal never married or had her own children she certainly filled the role of
“mother” and “grandmother” to many. Aunt Opal was a caretaker, caring for her
mother “Maw Ruby” in her later years and helping to care for her siblings and
their children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren whenever she could. She
never missed the chance to hold a baby or fix a meal for any family that stopped
by for a visit while she was able. Shirley and Opal shared a close bond, wherever
one was the other was not far away. They were inseparable and lived together,
always looking after one another until Shirley passed away in March 2025.
Aunt Opal loved collecting lighthouses and other “what nots” of animals.
She was also known for saving decorative napkins as a keepsake from the many
weddings, baby showers, and birthday parties she attended. She loved to “work”
her word search book and could often be found sitting with Shirley on the front
porch on warm evenings stringing green beans.
A memorial to remember the life of Aunt Opal will be held later date.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to Pruitt Health Home First
CAP, Hospice and Palliative Care of the Blue Ridge, Beverly Peterson, and Frances
Silvers for the wonderful care given to her. Also, special recognition to her nieces
Karen McKinney and Sharon Sullivan who cared for her daily so that she and
Shirley could spend their final years together at home. Memorial donations may
be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of the Blue Ridge at 236 Hospital Drive,
Spruce Pine, NC 28777. To send online condolences, please visit our website at
www.yanceyfuneralservice.com