OBITUARY
William "Bill" Irvine Robertson
December 19, 1943 – January 22, 2017
WILLIAM “BILL” IRVINE ROBERTSON
Bill was born on December 19, 1943 in Columbia, Missouri. His parents were Keeney Irvine Robertson and Mary Grace (See) Robertson. His only sibling is his older sister Charlotte. She resides in Columbia with her four children and their families.
Bill attended grammar school in a one-room schoolhouse then went on to Hickman High School.
Following high school graduation, Bill enlisted in the Marine Corps. He served proudly as an MP on the USS Hornet, amongst other assignments. During his enlistment, Bill met his first wife, Sidney. Together, they had two children, D’arcy and William Irvine Jr. (Billy).
Following his service in the Marine Corps, Bill entered the LAPD Academy (1967). He spent his first years working Hollywood Division Patrol, followed by several years working Motors in the San Fernando Valley. In 1974, Bill was assigned to Devonshire Division Patrol. In 1981, he became a Detective and worked Devonshire Detectives until 1987.
Bill joined CECATs (Community Effort to Combat Auto Theft) in 1987. This was, by far, the best period of his law enforcement career. He loved working “autos” and made countless life-long friends both within CECATs and because of CECATs.
In 1998, Bill married Ann. In 2001, they welcomed their twins, Grace and Sarah.
Bill returned to Devonshire Detectives in 2006 and remained there until his “retirement” on April 30, 2007. His LAPD career spanned 40 years and 4 months.
Bill worked for NICB for several years following his “retirement”.
Although the last few years of Bill’s life were filled with health issues, they were also filled with his family. Bill loved his four children more than anything in this world. He was a humble, honest, funny, stubborn, smart, genuine, man. “He is already greatly missed”.
Arrangements under the direction of Bastian & Perrott, Oswald Mortuary, Northridge, California.
Services
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"A Celebration Of Life"
Saturday, February 4, 2017
Memories
William "Bill" Irvine Robertson
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ADD A MEMORYKevin OConnor
February 4, 2017
I worked with Bill in CECATS. He was a no no-nonsense guy but always had a sense of humor. He taught us alot and did his best to keep us in line, which was a full time job. I'll never forget his words, "what the hell's wrong with you, hammerhead!?". Godspeed Bill. I am honored to have worked with you.
Loretta Havelin
February 4, 2017
Rest In Peace Bill. You will be missed.
Jess Corral
February 2, 2017
Bill, you were the old school LAPD crime fighter, you will missed by all your friends. Gods speed. Vaya con dios. (go with god). Your friend Jess Corral
Lou Koven
February 2, 2017
Bill, you're a great guy and you'll be missed.
Randy Ballin
February 1, 2017
Bill, I cherish the honor of being included as one of your friends. Your warmth and humor will remain in my heart forever. Good bye, Marine!
Randy Ballin
Ron Michel
February 1, 2017
I first met Bill at the LAPD, Devonshire Division in 1994, and worked with Bill in recent times at NICB. It was an honor to call Bill my friend. Rest in Peace Bill
Tim and Kim Gilbert
February 1, 2017
To a great friend and partner, had a hell of a good time working with you . You will be truly missed. REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND.
Debbie Ott
January 31, 2017
Just thinking of him puts a warm feeling in my heart and a smile on my face. He was always Uncle Bud to us here in Missouri. He always was thinking of a prank or joke to play on us. Sure wish we could have spent more time with him. Uncle Bud I love you and until we meet again, rest in peace
Bill, Adriana & Max Morelewski
January 31, 2017
RIP Bill. You will be missed. You are a great father, great brother-in-law, great cop and great person. I remember when Grace and Sarah were babies you holding one while giving a bottle to the other. Never complaining about the stress of having twins. Just get to it and get the job done. This is the type of person Bill is...a Rock. Solid, someone you can always lean on, strong in his convictions but sometimes hard to move. Thanks Bill for being a good example to us all. You will be missed.
Laura
January 31, 2017
Rest in Peace, Bill. I am fortunate to have been able to call you my friend.
Cherie Coleman
January 31, 2017
RIP Uncle Bud. Only wish we had lived closer to each other so I could have spent more time with you. You were one of a kind! Love you.
January 30, 2017
Billy:
Hell of a Cop, hell of a Detective.
One of the best.
R.I.P.
JB
Joanne
January 30, 2017
Your the best Son in law a mother could ask for.Your kind heart and generosity are only touching the surface of how I loved you.My beautiful Granddaughters are a true blessing and I thank you and Ann for the joy they bring me every day.Your at peace now and I'll never forget the wonderful man you are.
Mic McCann
January 30, 2017
RIP Bill. With my life being what it was I didn't get to spend as time with you as I should have. I enjoyed what time I did spend with you. God Bless.
Gayle Shank
January 30, 2017
Bill was an amazing man. He loved his family more than anything in life. Bill was a caring man that would give the shirt off his back to anyone who needed it. My heart goes out to his family. His passing is a big loss to all of them. He will truly be missed.
Ann Robertson
January 30, 2017
You are the love of my life and the light of all of our lives. You gave me two beautiful daughters and I see you every single time I see them smile. Thank you for showing me what true love is. You live in my heart now. Keep watch over us. Until we meet again..