Duane Curtis Robertson, 82, of Stratford, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2025. He was born on August 3, 1942, in Hiawatha, Kansas, to Merritt and Evelyn Robertson. Duane was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, who cherished his family and community.
Duane graduated from Robinson High School in 1960 and later married Marty Robinson on August 18, 1962, in Highland, Kansas. They were blessed with 62 wonderful years together. Duane worked for Ronnie Engelbrecht for many years before serving as farm manager for Walter Lasley and Sons for 27 years, retiring in 2015. Throughout his life, Duane had a deep connection to the land, and he took great pride in his work.
He was a member of the First Methodist Church in Stratford. Duane had a passion for working in his yard, always taking meticulous care in tending to it. He also loved spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, playing with them, and creating lasting memories.
Duane is survived by his devoted wife Marty; son Lane Robertson of Stratford; daughter Shari (Gregg) Hudson of Stratford; grandchildren Kayla (Jarrod) Stone of Canyon, TX, Brittany (Tyler) Haynes of Lubbock, TX, Heather Robertson of Amarillo, TX, and Scott Hudson of Stratford, TX; and great-grandchildren Marcus Robertson, Jackson and Hudson Haynes, Asher and Harper Stone, and Ellie and Casen Hudson. He is also survived by his brother Darrell Robertson and wife Becky of Ponca City, OK; sisters Joan Gibson of Hiawatha, KS, Jean Burgess of Wellington, TX, Linda Pennock and husband Ellery of Centreville, VA, Wanda Davis of White Cloud, KS, and Becki Hanson of Hiawatha, KS.
Duane was preceded in death by his parents, Merritt and Evelyn Robertson.
A service to celebrate Duane's life will be held at 2 o’clock in the afternoon on Friday, February 7, 2025, at the First Methodist Church in Stratford, Texas, with Pastor Tommy Long officiating. Interment will follow at Stratford Cemetery under the direction of Beeson-Morrison Funeral Directors. Duane will be available for viewing from 1 o’clock to 8 o’clock in the evening on Thursday at the funeral home in Stratford.
Duane will be remembered for his unwavering love for his family, his hard work, and his generous spirit. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Coldwater Manor Nursing Home, PO Box 1189 Stratford, Texas 79084.
Thursday, February 6, 2025
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Beeson Morrison Funeral Directors
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