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William Robertson Obituary
Memories and Condolences
for William Robertson
Sponsored by Bill Theissen.
51 Entries
Bill Theissen
October 26, 2024
Miss ya Bill. Rest In Peace Bro.
December 26, 2017
Kevin Driscoll,
I am Billy's wife, I would like to know how you knew him.
Thank You,
Victoria Robertson
Kevin Driscoll
December 24, 2017
Bill you touched so many lives in your own way may you always rest in peace buddy...
Dave Finucane
June 8, 2015
I was away from Long Island when Billy passed. And even though I really didn't know him as an adult, I have so many good memories of growing up with him on Deer Lane - too many to post here. I'm happy for this opportunity to finally say goodbye. I've thought about Billy, his family, wife Vicky, and kids over the years, and will continue to keep them in my thoughts and prayers. Like other blocks in the D Section, Deer Lane had it's own stories, history, and traditions. Billy will always be remembered as a part of that for me.
Richard Foulk
October 24, 2014
I only recently heard about Billy. He was a dear friend and I still laugh about funny remembering our ramblings around the neighborhood. May he rest in peace. So sorry for the loss of a great person. One of my prized photos is Billy and I with Easter baskets in the mid 60's.
October 26, 2013
It is with Great Sadness that I just found out about Billy - my next door neighbor growing up. He was always amazing to me and a true hero of Deer lane. He even gave me my nickname that stuck through high school "Chopper". I will forever remember him as the young crazy athlete that could do anything!!! Vicky and the Robertson Family, the lambert's all wish you the very best. Best regards, Roger Lambert aka "Chopper" [email protected]
Matt Kerner
April 16, 2012
Hi Vicki and everyone, How cool that this Guest Book remains open, so we can all add stories and rememberances. I remember when were really young, Cherrywood School young, we would meet at the school Saturday mornings and play football. Ricky Zoerner was the biggest, strongest, toughest dude back then, and...HE ALWAYS PICKED BILLY FOR HIS TEAM! So Billy never had the pleasure of getting his bell rung by RZ! Man those were the days...MISS YOU BILL!!!!
Kerrie Mccaig
April 15, 2012
Hello Vicki, it's weird how I was just thinking about Billy last night , because Wayne and Jimmy might come down to Georgia and I was saying to myself how he was just one of the nicest people my brother every had as a friend and we were all so lucky to have been able to grow up together , just remember he has touched so many lives and even as the years pass other still remember him,it was strange because I got the message this morning that some one had been here to post.I hope all of you are well.
Mark Motter
April 14, 2012
I apologize for just now signing this book, but I had know idea. Robby as we called him in the Navy were really great friends onboard the USS Iwo Jima. I went with him one weekend to his home in New York back in 1983-84. I see he fulfilled his dream of wanting to be a New York Police Officer. He was a true friend, and I am so sorry for your loss.
Susanne Prudenti
December 20, 2009
Dearest Vicki and family, I am so very sorry about Bill. He was one of the nicest people and it was endearing how much he loved his wife and children, I will keep him in my prayers always. He is a special angel to u all,
Susanne(who used to work at waldbaums)
Paul Robertson
September 14, 2009
Happy Birthday Dad.
I love you.
July 4, 2009
Hey Honey,
Tomorrow is the Fourth of July.Thats the Hoffmans annual party that we have attended for the past 15 years give or take.
Mary,Dan,Heather,Kim&Brian are coming this year.
Cant wait to see all of them and everyone else.Just wish we had you there big guy!Its going to to be a tough one without you!
I miss you more and more every day and love you more than yesterday,Always and forever,Vicki xoxoxo
June 11, 2009
Katlin Robertson
June 11, 2009
Hi Dad,
Just decided I would say hello because there hasn't been anything new on here for awhile. Just wanted to say I miss you and that I think about you everyday. Its going to be a sad summer without you but we are thinking of you all the time! I love you Daddy. Rest Well.
Meg Daly
March 3, 2009
Hi Billy,
So today I was having a bad day so I went to the vending maching to get peanut m&m's and instead of getting just one bag 2came out at the same time. It made my day so much better because I know that was all you letting me know to cheer up and eat another bag because that's what you would do.
Love you<3
annual montauk fishing trip-2008
January 26, 2009
annual montauk fishing trip- 2008
January 26, 2009
Darlene mott
January 13, 2009
I am so sorry to hear this, I remember Billy and Vicki when they were teens, Vicki was the best babysitter. My heart goes out to all the family and friends.
Steve Ellers
January 8, 2009
ATTENTION---
A MEMORIAL FUNDRAISER FOR THE FAMILY OF OUR GREAT FRIEND, BILLY ROBERTSON
*DETECTIVE - NYPD (RET)*
WILL TAKE PLACE ON MONDAY NOVEMBER 24th, 2008
7:00 PM AT “SAL'S PLACE” 1495 HICKSVILLE RD. N. MASSAPEQUA, NY
516-731-3417
(Just South of Boundary Ave. Intersection)
Billy was a devoted family man, a great friend and a class act with a heart of gold who graduated Mac Arthur H.S. in 1981 and who served briefly with Nassau County Sheriff’s Dept. before joining the NYPD. He retired as a detective two years ago after 20 years of meritorious service. Billy also served our country with honor in the U.S. Navy, seeing action in the wake of the Beirut blast of 1983 and also serving on-site in the search, rescue and recovery operations there. He joined the Naval Reserves after his honorable discharge in 1985 and served until 2002 following his ten month deployment overseas with the NCIS after 9/11. Prior to that mission, “Robby” participated in search, rescue and recovery operations at Ground Zero in the immediate aftermath of the terrorist attacks.
His family, friends and colleagues are holding this benefit to help provide relief for the large burden the family has incurred due to this unexpected tragedy.
Please join us as we assist a proud member of our community and a selfless American patriot’s family in need.
$20 admission goes directly to the Roberston family and enters you into raffle for a TV. 50/50. Memorabilia. Gift Baskets and more.
Cash bar.
If you cannot make it, we hope you will find it in your heart make a donation by check to:
The Robertson Children’s Fund---
c/o Rafferty, 20 Green Avenue
Bay Shore, NY 11706
Steve Ellers
January 8, 2009
Media Advisory--
On Thanksgiving morning at 9:30 AM at Duck Pond Park on Wantagh Avenue and Duck Pond Drive North in Wantagh, New York, friends and family of the late William Robertson will gather for their annual Turkey Bowl football game.
"Billy was an American patriot and a local hero. He was a devoted family man, a dedicated cop and a beloved friend with a heart of gold. This year we dedicate our annual game to his memory, " said friend, Steve Ellers of Wantagh.
Robertson, who served in the U.S. Navy and Naval Reserves, retired as a detective from the NYPD in 2006. He passed away suddenly on October 29th at age 45. His vast association of friends and family members, now with their children, take part in the Turkey bowl every year; a ritual Robertson helped initiate in 1980.
Longtime participant, Tom Russo of Wantagh won a football autographed by many Hall of Fame players at a recent fundraiser for Robertson's four children. "We decided to designate the ball as the MVP trophy for the game. We're going to call it "The Robby". The winner will hold it for a year and then return it for the following year's game, he said.
Steve Ellers
January 8, 2009
At this late date, I wish to underscore all of the warm thoughts and words dedicated to Billy Robertson on this Guest Book. Billy was one of a kind. Family man, patriot, friend, colleague.... and more. And in every sense, Billy was a shining example. I am honored to have known him. I admired him as a man as much as I loved him as a friend. He was such a dear friend to my wife as well and my kids saw him as an Uncle.To say he'll be missed is an understatement. Rest in Peace, Robby. Always in our hearts,thoughts and prayers-- as will be those you left behind.
For Vicki and the kids, I will post two more entries in this guest book. One will be the Media Advisory that we sent to Newsday around Thanksgiving.They were kind enough to cover our 2009 Annual Turkey Bowl we played in Billy's honor. The second will be the notice we sent out for the Roberston's Children's Fund. Each says much about the man we loved and lost all too soon.
Mary Beth Kaminksi (Buhmann)
December 22, 2008
I only found out recently. My thoughts and prayers go out to you Vicki and your entire family.
Katlin Robertson
November 23, 2008
I would like to say thank you to everyone who has left a comment on this page for my father. I know i wrote once before but it is truely amazing how my father has touched everyone of you on this page. He was an amazing man and will forever be the best man I have ever known in my life. Thank you to everyone for your support. I love you Daddy!
Mick
November 20, 2008
Billy-
You're one of the all-time greats-
You'll never be forgotten-
Sleep well-
Bill fullfilling the dream of being a pilot
November 17, 2008
Billy Theissen
November 15, 2008
It has been 2 weeks since this tragedy, and I thought I could leave my entry without completely falling apart, I was wrong. There are so many memories of a great man that I knew since I was 6 years old. Billy Robertson always carried himself like no other man I have known, always a gentleman that led by example. I have 3 children, 1 of which is my son Billy. I showed him all the nice things that were written about Billy Robertson, and told him, "this is how you have to lead your life, this man was the perfect example". Billy you will always be missed, and never forgotten.
Billy Theissen
Charlie Monchik
November 7, 2008
My sympathies are with you and your family
Ally (Alice Boyle) Barbato
November 6, 2008
Dear Vicki, Paul, Kevin, Katie & Kristen,
My heart goes out to you all. Like all of us, I was shocked and deeply saddened to hear about Billy. He was a true gentleman and friend to all who knew him. He touched so many lives with his kindness and humor. I am so grateful to have spent time with you both just a few weeks ago......
Please know you all, family & friends, are in my thoughts and prayers daily.
Alice (Boyle) Barbato
Dearest Billy,
An old Irish Blessing : May the road rise to meet you; May the wind be always at your back; May the sunshine warm your face, the rain fall soft upon your fields, And until we meet again my friend, may God hold you in the palm of His hand.
Kerrie Mccaig(Campagna)
November 6, 2008
Dear Vikki and Family,
I was so upset to hear about Billy,I remember him when I was a kid and he was always so funny and was kind and thoughtful to everyone.You are in my prayers
Nicole (kiki) Leroux
November 6, 2008
Dear Vicki,
To say that this news has sadden me so doesn't even touch how deeply sorry that I am for such a great loss. I knew Billy since my first day in kindergarden back at Cherrywood & even though we have lost touch along the way, he will always be a part of who I became today. His laughter & mischief will never be forgotten & know in your heart that you "are" the love of his life & he is with you always, even though you can't physically see him , he is there watching over you & the children. He will be truly missed... rest easy my dear friend.. heaven has received a terrific angel.
Be well Vicki , you will be in my thoughts & prayers.
Sharon O'Gallagher-Galvin
November 6, 2008
To the Robertson Family,
There just aren't the right words to express the sadness I feel your family and all those who knew Billy. I had the honor of working with Billy in the 109 Pct. years ago. I am not sure if it was our connection to Levittown or people we knew in common, but we became friends. Although our careers took different turns. no matter when I would run into Billy, it seemed as though time stood still. Whether it was at reunion parties, Christmas parties or on the pier on St. Patrick's Day, we would have a great time and share so many laughs. I would ask about his family and he would do the same. He loved his family!! I have never met such a man who was so full of life and whose heart was so big. He was so genuine. The world is a sadder place today because a true gentle man has been taken from all who knew him much too soon. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
O'G
Gary Shapiro
November 6, 2008
Vicky & Family,
Bill was a great guy, I was shocked and sad to hear the news of his passing.
He was an unforgetable part of all of our years through school.
The ability to be strong yet still put others at ease around him was a quality I'll always remember and respect about Bill.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Lori Dektor
November 5, 2008
Dearest Vicki, Paul, Kevin, Katie & Kristin,
We are so devasted by Billy's untimely passing and we want to be there to put our arms around you to show our support. There are so many memories, but the one I credit Billy the most with is my meeting you. I met Billy in 7th Grade in Mrs. Black's art class. He was a fabulous person who made you feel comfortable immediately and could always make you laugh with a wisecrack. From that time on, we were fast friends and because of him I made so many other lifelong friends. I will never forget him saying "come out, hang out" and bicycle riding with you, Vicki, every weekend (Rain or shine, hot or cold)to Seaman Neck Park to watch him play football. There are so many memories of fun, crazy times that I hold in my heart. They will never be forgotten! We hold you all in our hearts and prayers as you grieve this horrible loss. He will be dearly missed by everyone who's life he touched...there were many! Rest peacefully my friend. Heaven is certainly richer from now on. We love you, Lori, Dave and Daniel
Katlin Robertson
November 5, 2008
I just want to say thank you to everyone for all the support. I will miss you so much Dad and I will never forget you. I love you so much Daddy forever.
Janice Angione
November 4, 2008
Vicki & Family,
I do not have the words to express how I feel. I have not even had the courage to call you because I am speachless. Billy was and will always be my family and although I have been apart from you for years, you are always in my thougths and will continue to be. He was someone who I always looked forward to seeing when I come home. I will always remember how much he made me laugh and how he was always looking out for my me like a brother would. Like I say "He was my brother from another mother". I will truly remember the laughs and the cry's our families have shared over the years! I loved Billy and will truly miss him! From my heart to yours, be strong! Love GIGI
Steve Gonick
November 4, 2008
I was very sad to hear about the untimely death of Billy.
I did not know Billy all that well. Fortunately I was in a few classes with him in high school. The most memorable was when we were assigned against our will to a home economics class (!!), and, for a miserable semester, we, mostly he, clowned around and completed the assignments knowing that we could not get our HS diploma's unless we finished. You can imagine that Billy left his classmates laughing on the floor in that kind of environment.
Upon hearing about this unfortunate news, I thought about the many hundreds of people who have come into my life for a short time, and, for whatever reason, moved out of my life just as quickly. Most of them have been long since forgotten, barely registering an imprint in my consciousness. Billy was NOT one of them. It has been some 25 years since I last saw Billy yet I remember his spirit and sense of humor quite clearly.
I hope that his friends and family that knew him well are comforted by the fact that he had such a positive impact even on people who met him only in passing circumstances, and that his spirit will live on through those lives that he touched.
Colleen O'Keefe
November 3, 2008
Dear Vicki and Family;
All of us in the O'Keefe family were so shocked, saddened and heartbroken when we heard the news about Billy. He was one of our favorite people in the neighborhood and always had a warm smile and a joke for everyone. He will be sorely missed. Please know that your family will remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Christine and Colleen O'Keefe
Marc and Family (Lucy, Al, Christina, and Philip) Koehler
November 3, 2008
To My Best Friend Kevin and his Family,
Your dad was the best! He was my buddy, just like you. He cracked me up. I will miss him and think about him often. He was a great dad to all of you and he was a great man. I will ALWAYS be here for you, especially now.
Bill Marquette
November 2, 2008
Dear Vicki & Family;
I just heard the news from Billy Theissen. I can't tell you how sorry I am about your loss. I have only fun memories of my friendship with Bill, during highschool. He had such a great sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of sadness.
Debra Karl (Gladstone)
November 2, 2008
Vicki, I am truly sorry for your loss and saddened to know that we will no longer have the presence of Billy here in this world. Please know that he lives on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. His smile, laugh, and love for you and your family will never be forgotten.
Donna Jeanne Taylor
November 2, 2008
I knew Billy from the day he was born... I was saddened to learn of his untimely death ... He will be missed greatly by all who knew him.. I close my eyes and still recall all of us playing on Deer Lane on those long, hot summer days so long ago ... REST IN PEACE my friend ....
annette dale
November 1, 2008
Dearest Vicky, may the angels guide you and carry you thru this difficult time. sorry for the loss of Bill he is a great man. love all the dales annette and scott derek scott jr. debra and nicole
debra dale
November 1, 2008
Dear Katie, and family, to let you no you are loved and our family reaches out with open arms. we are so sad about the loss of your great dad. if you need me im here for you. love debra sorry to be away at school but will see you when im home at thanksgiving. call me if you need anything at all. deb 631-445-1780 tell your mom if your sister needs any rides from school to tell nicole and my mom or dad can help. 737-0676
Matt Kerner
November 1, 2008
Dear Vicki, Paul, Katlin, Kevin and Kristen,
I and many, many others share your heartbreak. Billy's laughter, warmth, wisdom and love lives on in all whose lives he touched.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Matt.
Alan and Shirley Olsen
November 1, 2008
Vicki, We are so very sorry to hear about Billy. May you find comfort in the memories you have of him and know that he is watching over all of you. Rest in peace Billy.
Kate Lord
November 1, 2008
To all of the Robertson Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very unfortunate time. May God hold you in the palm of his hand....
Sincerely,
The Lord Family
Linda Sunshine
November 1, 2008
I knew Billy at MacArthur High School, where we were lucky enough to have a few classes together. He was sweet, and funny, and warm, and I am so sad to find out this news. I offer my condolences to his family; he will be in everyone's hearts forever.
Linda Sunshine Keiles
Dorothy Melville
November 1, 2008
Dear Vicki & family. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, Love leaves a memory no one can steal. We are praying for you & your family at this most difficult time. Our memories of Bill are of a good & loving man who enjoyed life to the fullest. Sincere condolences, Dotty & Mike Melville (Colleen & Dorothy's parents)
Dorothy Melville
November 1, 2008
Dear Vicki & family. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, Love leaves a memory no one can steal. We are praying for you & your family at this most difficult time. Our memories of Bill are of a good & loving man who enjoyed life to the fullest. Sincere condolences, Dotty & Mike Melville (Colleen & Dorothy's parents)
STEVEN COTTAGE
November 1, 2008
MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU
Tyler Jackson
November 1, 2008
Kevin and family I am sorry I could not come down from Utica college to pay my respects, I will be home for Thanksgiving and Kevin I will stop by and call for you.
Once again I am so sorry for your loss of your dad, you are in my thoughts and prayers
Tyler Jackson, Mama Jackson,Papa Jackson
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