Christopher L. "Tex" Robinette 31, of Elyria passed away unexpectedly on Monday April 28, 2014. Christopher was born June 13, 1982 in Woodward, OK. He loved spending time with his family and friends. Christopher was known by many for his heart of gold. He was an avid race car fan. Survivors include his mother and stepfather; Tammy Sue (nee: Mills) and John M. Walsh of Elyria, his father; Brian Robinette of Houston, TX., maternal grandmother and step grandfather; Wanda and Dennis W. Queen of North Ridgeville, maternal grandfather; Ralph Mills of Morgantown, WV., and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Christopher was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents; Gene and Audrey Robinette. Family will receive friends 4-7 PM Thursday May 1, 2014 at The Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home and Cremation Services 38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd. (at State Rt. 57) Elyria (440)322-4626. Memorial services 11:00 AM Friday May 2, 2014 at Lakeview Freewill Baptist Church 12025 South Durkee Rd. Grafton, OH. Pastor Mike Richards will officiate. (PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH) Burial will be private. Online condolences can be expressed at www.laubenthalmercado.com Service: 11:00 AM Friday May 2, 2014 Lakeview Freewill Baptist Church 12025 South Durkee Rd. Grafton, Ohio 44044 Visitation: 4-7 PM Thursday May 1, 2014 Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home and Cremation Services 38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd. Elyria, Ohio