State Rep. Isaac Robinson, D-Detroit, died Sunday.

House Democratic Leader Christine Greig announced Robinson’s death in a statement Sunday night, calling him "a passionate advocate for his community and constituents.”

Robinson, 44, died at Detroit Medical Center Hospital after reportedly having breathing problems in the days prior, his mother, former state Rep. Rose Mary Robinson, D-Detroit told Crain’s in a story posted Sunday night.

Crain’s reported that Robinson died of “suspected coronavirus infection,” but the cause of his death was not immediately confirmed late Sunday.

In a statement, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said Robinson had “a huge heart, a quick wit, and a genuine passion for the people.”

"Rep. Robinson will be missed by many, including me. It was an honor to serve the people of Michigan alongside him. My deepest condolences go out his family and loved ones, and to the people of Detroit and Hamtramck who elected him as their voice in the House,” Whitmer said.

Robinson served Detroit and Hamtramck in Michigan’s 4th House District, according to a release from the governor’s office.

“Rep. Isaac Robinson’s passing is a devastating loss to our community and another reminder of how we all need to do our part to protect ourselves and each other in these difficult times,” Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan said in a statement.

Added Greig, D-Farmington Hills: “Our entire Democratic Caucus is devastated by the loss of our colleague and send our deepest condolences to his family and friends."

Ron Bieber, president of the Michigan AFL-CIO, called Robinson "an incredible spirit, a fighter for working people, and a lifelong champion of the city of Detroit.

“He was also a good friend with a big heart,” Bieber said in a statement Sunday night. "I am shocked and saddened to hear that he’s passed. Last time we talked, he was working to make sure we took care of workers who were affected by this awful coronavirus pandemic. His impact will resonate in his community and around our state years from now.”

Robinson was first elected to the House in 2018. He served on the Commerce and Tourism, Regulatory Reform and Tax Policy committees.

The news of Robinson’s death comes just three days after House leaders confirmed state Rep. Tyrone Carter, D-Detroit, tested positive for coronavirus.

As of 3 p.m. Sunday, 132 people in Michigan have died from COVID-19, 56 of them in Wayne County, including the city of Detroit.

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