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Irving Robertson Obituary
Irving was born October 22, 1938 in Shipman, VA, son of the late Irving Sylvester Robertson, Sr. and Nannie Louise Robertson.
Irving attended Nelson County High School and completed his education in the United States Navy. He made his career at HI Newport News Shipbuilding where he retired as a Construction Supervisor. He found joy in serving at his former church Menchville Baptist, Newport News, VA and current church Petsworth Baptist, Gloucester, VA. His favorite pastimes were vegetable gardening, travel, and after retirement playing golf and working jigsaw puzzles. Above all, Irving loved his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and strived to glorify Him and make Him known by loving his family well, service to others, boldly sharing the Gospel, and loving and encouraging his pastors. His children will always remember how well they were loved, protected and cherished, and his wisdom and sense of humor.
He is proceeded in death by his wife of 50 years, Ruby C. Robertson, and Edna M. Robertson of 15 years, and son Irving Sylvester Robertson, III "Robbie", stepsons Michael and Keith Thomas, and grandson Maxxwell Robertson, and step grandson Matthew Thomas, siblings Francis Roberts, William Howard Robertson, Margaret Javins, Adella Mae Layne, and Phyllis Colgan.
He is survived by his son Timothy Robertson, daughters Faye Gibson (Larry), Kaye Gilliam (Michael), Karen Rowland (Jim) and stepson Jerome Thomas (Nancy), and 21 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren and special family member Brenda Bates.
Irving's Celebration of Life Service and burial will be held at Petsworth Baptist Church in Gloucester, VA on Wednesday, January 7th. The family will receive family and friends from 11:00 - 12 with the service and burial immediately following.
Pastor John Pouchot will be officiating along with Pastor Dennis Hollandsworth and Pastor James Weston. Andrews Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Petsworth Baptist Church.
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