Dr. David E. Robbins entered his eternal life on Monday, June 20, 2022. David was born September 1, 1938 and lived his entire life in Tulsa, Oklahoma. David graduated from Tulsa Central High School in 1956 where he was elected King Daze XXX. David married Loyce Lynch, his junior high sweetheart, in June of 1957 and they raised their family in Tulsa. David graduated from the University of Tulsa in 1960 and began his teaching career as vocal music director at Nathan Hale High School. During his 8 years at Nathan Hale, he earned his Master's Degree in Music Education, also from TU. In 1968 he took a position in the music department of Oral Roberts University where he taught for 35 years. David earned his PhD from North Texas State University in May 1979 and was granted tenure at ORU in August 1980. David retired from ORU in May 2003 with the honorary rank of Professor Emeritus.

David was preceded in death by his parents, Victor and Helen Robbins, a daughter, Shari Dawn White, a grandson, Karac Roth Sandifer, a great-grandson, Keylan JuWuan Eaton. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Loyce, two daughters -- Melody Lyn Eaton and Celeste Renee Rosenthal (husband Brad), He will be fondly remembered by his grandchildren: Brooke Elizabeth Kellum-Webb (husband Jason), Matthew David Eaton (wife Emily), Bryna Rachelle Alley (husband Matt), Corben Zachery Rosenthal (wife Kristina), Kari Justine Eaton (husband Christopher), and Calven Bradley Rosenthal. Great-grandchildren: Destiny, Isaiah, Jonas, Gunner, Asher, Owen, Fiona and Oliver, and two additional great-grandchildren, Elliott and Alice who will make their appearances in August, Great-great granddaughter, Alecia, and sister, Leila Cross (husband Tyson), nephew, Ty Cross and niece Robbie Plas.

Visitation will be 6:30-8:30 P.M., Wednesday, June 22, 2022 at Moore's Southlawn, 9350 E. 51st, Tulsa. A Private Family Service will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery, Tulsa. Moore's Southlawn 918-663-2233 share memories at www.moorefuneral.com