BERKSHIRE - Robert Lee Robertson, age 71, of West Berkshire, Vermont passed away Thursday, December 13, 2012 surrounded by his loving family after a seven year battle with cancer.
He was born May 12, 1941 the third oldest of 11 children in Franklin, Virginia. He raised his 10 children in Connecticut and relocated his family to northern Vermont in the early 1990s.
Robert, Enjoyed his professional career as an architectural draftsman and home inspector. He was a skilled craftsman and had many talents. Robert was a man of integrity. He was a God fearing devoted husband and deeply loved his family. He spent his lifetime trusting in and relying on his creator, Jehovah God and fervently defended Bible Truths with the hope of everlasting life in view.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Gloria Robertson; his children, Kamorrie Robertson, Oriental Page, Sariea Robertson-Poland, Carrieo Robertson (Ana), Lariea Collins (Christopher), Artrieo Robertson, Amcheriea Robertson, Trezanra Robertson, TiDorre Williams (James) and Cherrita Robertson; his siblings, Dorothy Carter (James), Polly Herbert (Jack), Christine Lloyd (Charles), Clara Hoskie (Fred), Richard Robertson, Viola Drake, Bernice Wells (Bruce), Tommy Robertson (Janice) and Virginia Purefoy (Robert) and several Grandchildren, Nieces, Nephews and extended family. Robert was predeceased by a sister, Roxie Shepherd.
Services for Robert were private and at the convenience of the family.