In Loving Memory of Contina Robinson

In Loving Memory of Contina Robinson

The city of Phenix City is mourning the tragic loss of Contina Robinson, 52, whose life was abruptly taken on the night of Sunday, February 15, 2026. The devastating incident occurred in the 100 block of 17th Avenue South, leaving family, friends, and neighbors grappling with grief, shock, and disbelief.

According to local authorities, the shooting was first reported at approximately 10:55 p.m. Eastern Time. Emergency personnel — including officers from the Phenix City Police Department, fire crews, and medics with CARE Ambulance — responded swiftly to the scene. Despite their urgent and dedicated efforts, Contina Robinson was pronounced deceased at 11:49 p.m., as confirmed by Arthur Sumbry Jr., the Russell County Coroner.

While the details of that tragic night are heartbreaking, Contina’s story is far greater than the circumstances of her passing.

At 52 years old, Contina had built a life rich in relationships and meaningful connections. She was more than a name in a report — she was a daughter, a sister, a mother, a grandmother, an aunt, a friend. She was a woman whose presence brought comfort and familiarity to those around her. Her life was woven into the fabric of her family and community in ways that words can scarcely capture.

Those who knew Contina remember her warmth. She carried herself with quiet strength and a compassionate spirit. She was the kind of person who checked in on others, who offered encouragement when someone needed it most, and who celebrated the milestones — big and small — of those she loved. Her laughter could lighten a room. Her conversations left people feeling heard and understood.

Family was at the center of Contina’s world. She treasured time spent together — whether during holidays, Sunday dinners, or simple everyday visits. She was a steady presence, someone whose love was consistent and unwavering. The void left behind by her absence is deeply felt in the empty seat at the table, the phone that will no longer ring with her voice, and the countless memories now held tightly in grieving hearts.

Friends describe her as loyal and genuine. She valued connection and carried herself with authenticity. In a world that can often feel hurried and distant, Contina made time for people. She listened without judgment and offered support without hesitation. Her kindness was not loud or boastful; it was steady and sincere.

The tragedy of her passing has shaken Phenix City. Violence leaves wounds that extend far beyond a single moment, rippling through families and neighborhoods. As the community processes this painful loss, there is a shared sense of sorrow — and a shared desire for healing, unity, and peace.

Even in grief, there is gratitude for the life Contina lived. Fifty-two years of love, resilience, and connection cannot be erased by one tragic night. Her legacy lives on in the lives she touched — in the lessons she taught through her actions, in the compassion she modeled, and in the love she gave so freely.

As investigations continue, those who loved her focus on honoring her memory. They remember her smile. They remember her voice. They remember the everyday moments that now feel extraordinary in their significance.

May her family find strength in one another and comfort in the outpouring of support from their community. May friends continue to speak her name and keep her spirit alive in stories and remembrance. And may Phenix City come together not only in mourning, but in hope for brighter and safer days ahead.

Rest peacefully, Contina Robinson.

Your life mattered. Your love remains. And you will never be forgotten.