ROBERTSON – Andrew Peter

Born Wednesday August 17, 1949. Passed away Thursday January 18, 2024.

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17 August 1949 – 18 January 2024

Utterly adored Dad of Kristine, Matthew, Joanne (dec), Graeme, Paul and Sally.

Loved Father-in-Law of Graham, Sonya, Paula, Donna and Steven.

Devoted Grandad of Lucy, Kiera, Alex, Brayden, Daina, Charlotte, Tamas, Kadan and Bradley.

Loving Great Grandfather of Olivia.

Husband of 46 years to Judith.

Dad, words can’t describe the loss we feel now you’re gone.  We will never stop missing you.

“You finally made it to Walley World.  Getting there was half the fun.”

 

Tributes

1. Great pleasure knowing you Andrew, RIP
   Dawn & Ross (Cooloola Cove Qld)

   Dawn Stockwell

   January 30, 2024 7:31 pm

2. Dear grandad
   I love you very much sorry I couldn't be there when you dies I just couldn't bring myself to see you in such pain . You touched everyone's hearts in one way or another there are things death can't steal from us and that is him from our hearts. I believe everyone has a purpose on this earth and when grandad passed away his purpose was completely wether it was being the principal to some but a great leader in his way from being a fantastic father, being a funominol husband and being a super star sibling you are a super grandad and you are the reason why I go for melbourne demons . Thank you for being a role model for so many people over the years .
   Thanks

   Tamas Robertson

   January 29, 2024 9:24 pm

3. Andrew, you are now at rest, taken too soon by a terrible illness.

   I didn’t want to visit you that last year, because that was not the real you, with your memory failing.

   My memory is there for the man you are not what the illness took.

   Catch you at the reunion when I get there.

   Malcolm Robertson

   January 29, 2024 12:27 pm

4. My memories of my brother are scarce and hence hazey. I remember a story from our mother, Jean, when sometimes Andrew would spend some of his money whether from pocket money or working a few shifts at the Melbourne Zoo, he’d buy a thin bar of chocolate and gave it to me; a measure of his generosity and spirit. Even in sibling “rivalry” it shone through.

   Bruce Robertson (brother)

   January 27, 2024 2:46 pm

5. Dear little brother.
   I remember meeting you when you were born. We were playmates in our childhood.
   Now I am sad and sorry to say goodbye. Too soon. You are loved and you will be missed.
   May you rest in peace.
   Your one and only sister.
   Carolyn

   Carolyn Gauci

   January 27, 2024 7:41 am

6. Couple number 100 please leave the Dance floor!

   Dad, I sit here reflecting on my life and growing up under your guiding hand. You were the perfect father not too hard and definitely not too soft, you always knew just the right approach.

   We spent so many cherished times together be it School, Dancing, Fishing on The Slow Fox, or sharing a red after a day of renovations.

   I have grown up just like you, a legacy i am proud of.

   There is a sadness I feel right now that won't live forever, but my love for you and the memories will. You are my Hero!

   Virtutis Gloria Merces
   (Glory is the Reward for Valour)

   Love ya mate, Paul.

   Paul Robertson

   January 26, 2024 12:01 pm

7. Andrew, I did not know you well. I do know that whenever our paths crossed that you were a true gentleman. You had a great sense of humour that I could appreciate. Rest in peace Andrew.

   Julie McKenzie

   January 24, 2024 7:59 pm

8. Dad.

   My darling, beautiful, gorgeous Dad.

   I love you so much.

   Right now, I am shattered. Completely devastated, as I know are all of your beloved kids. Losing you has utterly destroyed me. You have always been my touchstone. My rock. The person who helped me navigate my feelings and emotions. The calm to my storm. You were the peacemaker. You continue to be a beacon, showing me the way. I just hope I can do you proud.

   Dad, you were the first man I ever loved. And I love you fiercely. So incredibly fiercely. I don’t know how my life looks like without you in it. I am so glad you are finally free but I wish that didn’t mean you had to leave us.

   Dad, you would have died for any of your children. We all knew that. It was our solace. Our comfort. Our blessing. But what you might not have known is, we all would have died for you. You are so utterly adored. None of us could have asked for more in a father.

   My comfort is you are with Joanne now. How you love her so.

   Thank you my darling.

   I love you more than I know how to say.

   Kristine x

   Kristine

   January 24, 2024 6:40 pm