A resident and native of Baton Rouge, he passed away Monday morning, Sept. 9, 2013, at his home. He was 71 , an employee of the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans, and a U.S. Navy veteran. Visiting at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church on Friday, Sept. 13, from 9 a.m. until service at 11 a.m., conducted by Father Edward Chiffriuer. Interment in Roselawn Cemetery. Survived by daughter, Lisa Harris; niece, Nicole Lewis Henderson; sister, Barbara Lewis and husband Tommy; and grandchildren, Steven Harris, Delayna Wright, Tia Harris and Edward Taylor III (Amir). Preceded in death by his spouse, Vivian Baranco Robertson; daughter, Sandra M. Robertson-Taylor; mother, Clementine Holmes McKee; father, Edward Guy Robertson Sr.; maternal and paternal grandparents. He was a former member of the Original Illinois Club and The Bunch Club. Edward enjoyed entertainment and traveling.
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Dad, I still can not believe that you are gone it was just yesterday I heard your smiling voice. I'm truly going to miss you not a day goes by that myself and your grand children don't think of you..I thank God for the many days,months,years and memories that I've shared with you dad..I'm gonna miss you daddy..Love always Lisa,Steven,Delayna,and Tia
Lisa Harris
September 27, 2013
I can still see his smiling face as he chuckled over something amusing. He was a joy to work with. May the memories you shared help ease your pain.
Ursula L Spencer/City of New Orleans Finance/Treasury
September 19, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Praying for your family.
Lucy Mitchell
September 16, 2013
Sorry for your loss Lisa. Keeping you and the kids in prayer.
Shannon Stepter
September 12, 2013
Lisa, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. my prayers are with you.
Pat Goebel
September 12, 2013
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