William J. Robertson Jr.

William J. Robertson, Jr.
William J. Robertson, Jr., 74, passed away on Sunday, November 17, at My Michigan Medical Center in Midland. Bill was born to the late William J. and Margaret (Kaufmann) Robertson on April 10, 1950, in Saginaw, MI. He was a devoted father and husband, brother, son, and friend. Bill graduated from St. Stephens high school in Saginaw which spawned his interest in biology, eventually resulting in a degree in that area from Central Michigan University. Bill's professional endeavors included working with anti-foam agents for Dow Corning, bank management, and teaching students with special needs. He was generous in donating his time and talents to various community services organizations and to his church. Bill was a train enthusiast and an avid reader, with a special interest in Michigan history. In his younger days, Bill enjoyed spending time at his family's cottage in Tawas, where he could often be found waterskiing on Lake Huron.
Bill is survived by his wife of 48 years Linda (Blackney) and daughters Maribeth (Triston) Slabaugh and Allison (Chuck) Waters. He is also survived by his brother Tom (Shari) Robertson, sisters Jane (Charlie) Kiel and Pat (Tom) Baskins and many nieces and nephews.
Bill was laid to rest on November 25th in a private ceremony at Midland cemetery.