Monday, January 23, 2017

Obituary - Larry Eugene Robertson, Sr.

Larry Eugene Robertson, Sr., 74, Nevada, MO departed this life on Saturday, January 21, 2017 at Moore-Few Care Center in Nevada. Larry was born May 23, 1942 in Joplin, MO to Leslie and Wilma V. Robertson. Larry was united in marriage to Teresa Ann Newton on August 21, 1966 in Nevada, MO and she preceded him in death on June 19, 2006.

Larry was raised in Joplin. For a time Larry worked for Missouri Pacific Railroad. He later became a truck driver where he worked most of his working life until his early retirement due to disability. He loved the outdoors, fishing, and hunting. Larry was a kind, caring man who loved spending time with his family.

Survivors include his daughter, Kelly Marie Robertson, Nevada; his son, Larry “Porky” Robertson, Jr. and his wife Carrie, Nevada; numerous grandchildren, and great-grandchildren; several nieces, and nephews. In addition to his wife, Teresa, he was preceded in death by his parents; two daughters, Carol Jane Friedli, and Tracy Lynn Hutchison; and one sister, Kathryn McGee.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 26, 2017 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada. Friends may call now and until the hour of service at Ferry Funeral Home.

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