Willie Edward Robertson

Willie Edward Robertson passed away June 5, 2023. Mr. Robertson resided with his sister, Geraldine Lewis, for the last five years. He was born in Danville, VA on March 25, 1935, the son of Percy E. Robertson and Gracie Robertson.

He served in the Air Force in 1956 and had an honorable discharge due to asthma. He worked 47 years as a pipefitter and loved his work. He was an avid reader, and read the entire set of encyclopedias, remembering most of it. Family and friends said he was one of the smartest people they knew, and many called him a southern gentleman. He loved animals and enjoyed walking his many German Shepards. He loved his family and friends and was very loyal to them.

He leaves behind his sister, Geraldine Lewis, a nephew, Tony Lewis, and niece, Dawn L. Jones, as well as a great-niece and great-nephew.

A graveside service will be held Thursday, June 8, 2023, 11:00 a.m. at Danville Memorial Gardens. A visitation will be held prior to the graveside from 9:45 until 10:45 a.m. at Norris Funeral Services, West End Chapel, and family and friends are welcome to attend both.

Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, West End Chapel, 511 Church Ave. Danville is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.norrisfuneral.com.