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Carolyn Robertson Obituary

Carolyn Simpson (Miss Daisy) Robertson, 66, of Roanoke, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 27, 2008, after a courageous three year battle with cancer. She will be greatly missed by her husband and other family members. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Magdaline Simpson. She is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, Bradley C. Robertson; daughter and son-in-law, Monica and Travis Bond; sister-in-law, June Phlegar and husband, Richard; nieces, Denise King and husband, Fred, and Karen Hicks and husband, Larry; greatnephew, Derek Hicks; greatniece, Jennifer Taylor and husband, Matt; numerous special cousins and friends; and special pet, Tucker. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, August 29, 2008, at Melrose Baptist Church with the Rev. Larry Sprouse and the Rev. Brenda Rowe officiating. The interment will follow in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family would like to give special thanks to the dedicated staff at Springtree Healthcare Center for their love and care, and also to Carilion Home Health Care doctors and nurses. Flowers will be appreciated or donations may be made to the Melrose Baptist Church Building Fund. The family will be receiving friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, August 28, 2008, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Aug. 28 to Aug. 29, 2008.

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Robbie Wilmoth

August 30, 2008

I am so sorry to hear that Carolyn had passed away, I used to work with her at Grand's Warehouse, She was also good to me and made me laugh alot with her sense of humor.

Shirley Wilkinson

August 30, 2008

I had the pleasure of working with Carolyn at the warehouse for six years. No matter how "bad the situation" she could always bring laughter and sunshine to any occasion. Although I hadn't seen her for several years my memories of her are sweet and always make me smile. To Carolyn's family I send my deepest sympathies and will remember you in my prayers.

Debbie Wilson

August 29, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Carolyn was such a fun and loving person and she will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her. May God bless you and comfort you in your time of need.

Tim Kawamura

August 29, 2008

To: Brad, Monica and Family,
I am very sorry to hear of Carolyn's passing. I just wanted to share with you my experience of knowing this wonderful lady. When she worked at Grand's Valley View store, she was known for having a saying "it's a bad situation". This was her way of calling me at the warehouse when she had a problem with an order. Later, she came to work for the warehouse, and became a part of our family. We continued citing that same saying as times got tough, and to help us get thru each day.
We worked together for many years at the warehouse. She was always there when I needed her, and would do anything asked of her. As time went by we would always talk about the previous years and joked about writing a book someday on the daily tribulations that we experienced together. It was her wonderful personality, always laughing and smiling, that made us love her so much. She will truly be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.

Shirley(Phyllis Ayers sister ) Mills

August 29, 2008

Dearest Brad,Monica, Family and Friends,If only there were enough words to heal the pain that you must have at this time.My Prayers are with each of you.I will always remember Carolyn as a Happy walker in our neighborhood

Danny&Mary Hardy

August 28, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Cephus Hairston

August 28, 2008

Carolyn was a sweet and caring person she was the best. The only fault I had with Carolyn was that she was a UVA fan. (JK) My prayers go out the her family and friends.
May god bless you all.

SHERRY WAMPLER

August 28, 2008

I Had the pleasure of working with Carolyn at the Grand valley view store , she was one of the sweetest and funniest people I have ever known,we all had such a great time together ,She will be missed ,but heaven has another angel with a great laugh! Brad and Monica my thoughts and prayers are with you both . May God Bless you .

Trish Payne

August 28, 2008

Too Carolyn's Family, Words cannot express the sadness that I feel for your loss. Carolyn was truly a wonderful person we worked together at Valley View Grand for a number of years and she was always such a fun person. We will keep you in our prayers and may god bless you and comfort you during this sad time.

Kelly (Gabauer) Shearer

August 28, 2008

I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of Carolyn. I worked with her at Grand for many years. She was always such a bright and shining light and so much fun to work with. I am so sorry for your loss. I know she will be greatly missed.

Bobby and Phyllis and Karen Ayers

August 28, 2008

Dear Brad, Monica and family, Our hearts and prayers go out to you in this sad time of grief. We loved her and were so troubled that she and the family were going thru so much. You were in our prayers at all times. You were all wonderful neighbors and friends and we will truly miss her and her unforgetable laugh and the good times that we all had together. Your friends, Bobby and Phyllis

E. Larry Ross, New Life Community Baptist Church

August 28, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

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