of Batesville, AR

August 23, 2025

Evangelist Ola Marie Kitchen Robinson, daughter of the late J.W. Kitchens and Ruthie ''Ruth'' Marie Burt Kitchens, passed away Saturday, August 23, 2025.

Ola was a member of Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Batesville, Arkansas. She graduated from Ethel O. Miller School and Berean Bible College where she took correspondence courses and earned an A in pastoral counseling. After completing her courses, she received her ring.

Ola was an Evangelist, a Sunday School teacher, Bible Study teacher, pianist, and singer. During the 90's, she was an American Bible Society (ABS) Coordinator. She was in ministry for over 60 years. Ola was an exceptional wife and mother. Her ministry related travels include throughout Arkansas, Texas, as far west as Los Angeles, California, as far east as New York City, New York, and many other states.

Survivors include her husband of 41 years, Jimmie K. Robinson of the home, daughter, Hope Dionne Robinson of the home, and step-daughter, Holley Robinson Phillips of Newport. She also leaves behind a host of relatives, loved ones, and a very special friend in Oklahoma.

She is preceded in death by her parents.

A private graveside service was held Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at Oaklawn Cemetery. Hope Robinson officiated.

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