John Stuart Robertson

[can14]

I am an old friend of John Robertson of Vancouver BC. I regret to inform his many
friends on CSP that he died this morning after a short illness.

[Ken The Kanuck]

I am sorry to hear that, I spoke to him a couple of weeks ago, always hoping that he would be on the mend. He was coughing like crazy. As you know JR had a long stint in the hospital and when he returned home the health problems continued.

I will treasure the guns I bought from John and the stories he shared.

RIP Buddy

KTK

[Dean-DGR]

He will be missed. A true warrior.

Dean-DGR

[Defender3]

I'm so sorry to hear of John's passing. We used to exchange e-mails frequently about his travels and additions to his collection. He will be missed.

[leemozoid]

Damn. I shall miss him. I shall keep his wife and family in my prayers.

[UUURah]

This is indeed sad, sad news. I will think of him every time I pick up my Winchester Garand and look at the Gas Cylinder I bought from him.

Have a good flight, Old Buddy.

[Jeremy]

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RIP old friend......

[edpm3]

Very sad news.

[BudT]

I am sorry to hear of this loss. If you have contact with his family please pass to them my condolences for the loss.

BudT

[Ken The Kanuck]

John's wife gave me a call last night, she was surprised that I had already heard through the internet. There is to be a memorial service, I will keep folks informed. I am going on a road trip for a couple of weeks and will be in spots with no cell or internet so hopefully "can14" could also let you know in case I am out of service.

KTK

[JohnF]

Sad news indeed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to John's wife. John's name will be mentioned in prayers at our Mass this morning. I will miss hearing his expertise, adventures, and stories in our long phone conversations.

Fair winds to you John and..................

“May the road rise up to meet you
May the wind be always at your back
May the sun shine warm upon your face
And the rain fall soft upon your fields
And until we meet again
May God hold you in the palm of his hand”

[Cass]

I'm sorry to hear that, I always liked John and enjoyed our conversations. He sent some very nice M1 bayonets my way years ago and I sent a very nice Long Branch sniper his way.

Salute to you, John.

Cass

[da gimp]

Our thoughts & prayers are with his lady............. we'll miss his thoughts & ideas here.


added............ some know that the Major & JR had become good friends over these many years............ now they're hoisting a few & sharing a lot of grins.....

[Oyaji]

Shocking news indeed. I was not aware of his illness. Over the last year or so, JR and I became friends and corresponded regularly. Rest in peace friend, amigo, and tomodachi. Vaya con Dios and sayonara.

[Oyaji]

some know that the Major & JR had become good friends over these many years............ now they're hoisting a few & sharing a lot of grins.....

Right you are, gimper. Sadly, we've lost two fine warriors and friends this year. The world is a different place without Major Culver and our Canadian friend John Robertson. I raise my glass to the memories of both of these fine gentlemen and pray that God will provide comfort and peace to their survivors.

[JBinIll]

Thoughts and prayers with his family.

Beannachd leat Jock.

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[Bodyman]

Hoist a few in Valhalla with the Major for us, along with all the other warriors there that used to frequent these pages.

A bientot, my friend, or until we meet again. God's speed.

Thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.

You will be missed.

[Chaz]

Please post link to obituary when available. Thank you.

[Ken The Kanuck]

John's service is on the 12th. I unfortunately will be out of town. Anyone looking for an obit. might want to try the Vancouver Sun or Province newspapers,'

Regards

KTK

[da gimp]

unless I seriously F'ed up, it's not in the Vancouver Sun........ they have 4 John Robertson's obits from the 1800's.....

[UUURah]

I can't find it either. As the webmaster of my high school class site, I do a lot of "Obits".

Have been trying to find Our Friend for a few days ....... there are several John Robertson's out there. But none who died recently.

[Oyaji]

I also tried looking for JR's obit with no success. Probably ought to keep in mind that obits are not always published promptly following the death of a person. I think we should give it a few more days. As Ken advised earlier, the services are not until August 12th. JR's family and survivors are more than likely very busy finalizing arrangements, etc.

[barretcreek]

Thank you for posting. John and I corresponded a bit and I was concerned about his absence. Please extend my condolences to his family.

[JohnF]

John's obituary appears in the Vancouver Sun for those that wish to read it, attached is link.

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/vancouversun/obituary.aspx?n=john-stuart-robertson&pid=172061860

[Oyaji]

Thanks for the link, JohnF. Sadly, JR's obit is something many of us have been waiting to read.

[Art]

I just got around to reading this thread, very, very sad news indeed. He was quite a guy.

[mack]

Very knowledgable and well-informed on all matters. Sorry to see this news of his passing. May Godspeed.

[Ken The Kanuck]

John's obituary appears in the Vancouver Sun for those that wish to read it, attached is link.

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/vancouversun/obituary.aspx?n=john-stuart-robertson&pid=172061860

Thanks John,

I am in Alberta and would of missed that.

KTK

[da gimp]

did John have any kids Ken? He'd never mentioned any to me........... It'd be a shame if he didn't........ such good genes to waste.

[duke133]

A lot of good stories, jokes and laughs were shared with John. I am another one who will miss him.