Lynwood Owen Robertson

Lynwood Owen Robertson, 74, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 7, 2026. A devoted husband, father, DeeDa and friend, the hole he has left in the hearts of those who love him is immeasurable. Lynwood was born on September 14, 1952 in Crewe, Virginia to the late Herbert Edward Robertson and the late Alice Rebecca Owen Robertson. He is survived by his wife of fifty years, Carol Clark Robertson, whom he took great pride in spoiling and caring for.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughters who were the center of his world, Katie Pruitt and Kara Groenevelt and their husbands, whom he considered his sons, Desmond Pruitt and Ross Groenevelt. He is also survived by the loves of his life, his four grandchildren who he adored, Blake Pruitt, Nora Pruitt, Henry Groenevelt and Charlie Groenevelt. Lynwood also leaves behind his brother Jimmy Robertson (Tricia), his niece Greta Atkins (Mike), a great nephew and great niece, lifelong friends who were family to him and his best friend and daily companion, his black lab Scooter.

Lynwood was a man of strong faith who valued honesty, integrity and hard work. He was a loyal friend and would do anything for those he loved and who were lucky enough to be loved by him. His love language was cooking and no one ever left his kitchen hungry. He never missed a dance recital for his daughters or his granddaughters and enjoyed watching his oldest grandson play soccer. Lynwood also was a dog lover and no dogs have lived a better life than his best girls Mandy, B.D. and now Scooter. Spending his time at the pond throwing the ball with Scooter, watching golf or Virginia Tech football were his favorite days.

An excellent salesman, he retired from Diamond Paper Company in 2010 and prior to this he worked many years for Proctor and Gamble. Lynwood was also a talented musician and singer who specialized in guitar, the bass and harmonica. He played in the “Hat and Coat Band” for many years with his dear friends and was even known to make a surprise performance on his daughters’ wedding days. Perhaps his favorite place on earth, however, was Cape Hatteras where he enjoyed his fishing trips with his best friends for many years and where he was truly at peace.

Lynwood leaves behind a legacy of true and genuine love for his family and friends. There are many things in life that leave us feeling usure, but how deeply he cared for his loved ones was never one of them. The family is devastated by the loss of their husband, Daddy, DeeDa and friend but takes comfort in knowing he is with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and they will see him again one day. Until then, they will miss him with all of their heart.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 1:00pm at Norris Funeral Services, Mount Hermon Chapel, Danville, VA. Interment will follow at Highland Burial Park. A visitation will be held on the same day just prior to the service from 12:00-1:00pm, also at Norris Mt. Hermon Chapel. At other times the family will receive friends at the residence.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Lynwood's honor to the Mount Hermon Volunteer Fire Department.

Norris Funeral Services, Inc. & Crematory, Mt. Hermon Chapel, Danville, VA is respectfully serving the Robertson Family. Online condolences may be made at www.norrisfuneral.com.