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William Robertson Obituary
William Alvin Robertson, Sr., age 94, passed June 17, 2025. Born August 27, 1930, son of the late Alvin E. and Gernie Gordon Robertson. He was married to Geraline Transou Robertson since August 8, 1953 who survives him. Also survived by a daughter, Cynthia R. Martin and husband, Richard; a son, Bill Robertson, Jr. and wife, Wanda Gail, and a grandson, Bradly.
Predeceased by brothers, Howard and Russell (Ikie); sisters, Helen, Frances, and Doris; grandson Christopher Martin.
He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War; retired from AEP Co. 43 years of service and JB Moore Electric 22 years. He was a city league ball player, avid golfer, and coach of many of his son's sports teams.
Proud member of the American Legion Post 16 for more than 69 years, he served on many levels throughout the State-Past Commander-Past Dist. Commander, Past Zone Commander and many Dept. Committees. He was a dedicated 33IGH° Master Mason and member of Marshall Masonic Lodge #39 for 64 years, where he served as secretary for more than 40 years. Member of the Scottish Rite Valley of Lynchburg, he was Past Venable Master, State President, and served as Director of Work for many years. He was active in Job's Daughters, OES and the Shriners Hospital.
He was a charter member and helped in the building of the First Southern Methodist Church, where he served in many capacities.
He was the hardest working and dedicated man to his family, his friends and all of his obligations. Someone we can all look up to in life!
The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. today, Sunday, June 22, 2025 at Heritage Funeral Service, 427 Graves Mill Road.
A funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m., Monday, June 23, 2025, in the chapel of Heritage Funeral Service by Pastor Jonathan Falwell. Masonic Rites will be held at the funeral home with military honors by American Legion Post 16 to be done at Fort Hill Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, please consider Shriners Children's Hospital, Greenville, 950 W. Faris Road, Greenville, SC 29605.
Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory, (434) 239-2405, is assisting the family. Memories and thoughts may be shared with the family at www.heritagefuneralandcremation.com
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Gilbert Beckham
July 1, 2025
Just heard about your loss of Bill and we are so sorry to hear this. May God bless and comfort you at this sad time. With deepest sympathy.
Gilbert & Mary Beckham.
Sherry Williams Hall
June 27, 2025
So sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. He was truly a special man.
Cynthia F Page
June 25, 2025
My deepest sympathy to the family on Bill's passing. "Daddy Bill and Mother Geri" were two people I looked up to in my days in Job's Daughters. I am so grateful for the time they shared with us and their wonderful example. Thinking of you. Cynthia (Cynthy) Floyd Page.
Etta Skinnell
June 23, 2025
It was a pleasure to know you and Geraline I will surely miss seeing you at the American Legion meetings. Thank you for your service to our country. Etta Skinnell
Virginia Bryant
June 23, 2025
My sincere synpathy . We've been friends for many years. May God grant you comfort & peace, Love, Virginia Bryant
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