Stanley A. Robertson

Stanley A. Robertson passed away in Bremerton, WA of natural causes. He was born in Quincy,MA on September 23, 1925 to the late Joseph J. & Hannah (Roberts) Robertson. He graduated from N. Quincy High School and attended Bryant & Stratton School of Business for two years. And on September 6th, 1980 he married Phyllis J. Tate. He was predeceased by his only brother Kenneth Robertson in 1979.

During his distinguished working career he was employed by American Motors Corporation before becoming the Vice President of Distribution for Subaru of New England in Norwood, MA. He remained with Subaru of New England for 20 years before retiring. His interest in helping first and second grade children to read and learn the principles of counting money were reflected by his abundance of volunteer hours at local grade schools. He also enjoyed gardening and was an avid reader.

Stanley, served his country proudly in the U. S. Navy during WW II and attained the rank of Metalsmith 3rd class. In addition he was awarded the WW II Victory Medal, The Pacific Theater Medal and the Asiatic Pacific Medal.

He is survived by his wife Phyllis J. (Tate) Robertson of Bremerton,WA a son Roy Robertson of Cambridge,MA daughters Diane Robertson of Los Angeles,CA Elaine Mahan of Franklin,MA and step-son Harold Buttlar of Bremerton,WA step-daughters Shirley Skapriwsky of Walworth, NY, Sandra O'Neil of Plainfield,CT and a sister, Virginia Herring of Templeton,CA

He especially loved his nine grandchildren; Jacqualine & Derrick Mahan of Franklin,MA Phyllis Anne Gartman and Pamela Haggett of Jewett City,CT Melissa & Christina Skapriwsky of Walworth,NY Pvt. Matthew Skapriwsky of Ft. Polk,LA Lauren & Ryan Buttlar of Bremerton,WA. In addition he is also survived by 2 great grandchildren.

A Memorial Service will be held locally in Bremerton,WA on Saturday October 4th, 2003 2:00 PM at Memorial Lutheran Church located at 10th & Veneta Bremerton,WA Pastor Brian Banke will officiate. Donations can be made in his name to ''Memorial Lutheran Church.''