Leathy Mae (Newsome) Robinson

Leathy Mae Robinson, born on July 3, 1946, in Bastrop, Louisiana, passed away on October 25, 2024, in Topeka, Kansas. Known affectionately as Leathy Sue, she was a beloved figure in her community, recognized for her warm, inviting heart and infectious laugh.

Leathy Mae dedicated 24 years and 24 days of her career to the Kansas Department of Internal Revenue before retiring. She was a devoted Kansas University Basketball fan and found joy in bowling and dominoes, often sharing laughs and good times with friends and family. A lover of music, she enjoyed the soulful sounds of Charlie Wilson, The Staple Singers, Marvin Gaye and Al Greene and her favorite television shows included "Family Feud," "Forensic Files," and "The Young and the Restless."

Leathy Mae held a special place in her heart for her hometown of Bastrop, where she cherished making trips back home. She often shared her witty humor through her favorite sayings, like "excuse the pig, going to see a man about a dog."

She leaves behind her life partner, Al Dorsey, and a loving family, including her daughters Lynn Robinson and LaShunda Cohen. Leathy Mae is survived by many grandchildren: Timsha, Dorian Jr., Da'Rell, Shaunice, Dys'Tanee, Iyona, Porsha, Jimmie Jr., Isaiah, Za'Riah, and Malaysha, along with seven great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers Reverend Arlester Jr. (Trish) Newsome, Bennie (Bessie) Newsome, Henry Newsome, Allen Kent Newsome, Reverend Terry Sr. (Cynthia) Newsome, and sisters Alice Newsome-Robinson and Jeanette Newsome.

Preceded in death by her parents, Inez and Arlester Newsome, brothers Calvin and Sergeant Robert E. Newsome, sister Carole Newsome, and sons Timmie and Jimmie Robinson, Leathy Mae will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Her lighthearted spirit and unwavering friendship will continue to resonate with those she touched throughout her life.