Robertson, Anne Ruth

Anne Ruth Robertson, 91, of Blacksburg, Virginia passed away Sunday, February 15, 2015 at Kroontje Healthcare Center. She was born in Chicago, Illinois on December 5, 1923 to the late John and Minnie Woeckener.

Anne was preceded in death by her husband, Capt. Jack Robertson. They met in Gulf Port, Mississippi during WWII while serving for the U.S. Navy.

In 1949 Anne graduated from the University of Tennessee with a BS Degree in Home Economics and Jack graduated from UT law. They returned to the Navy with their first duty station in Morocco. After their Navy travels, they settled in Tallahassee, Florida. Anne and Jack had 52 years together. After Jack’s passing, the love for her grandchildren influenced her move to Blacksburg. Anne gave up her “Noles” for the “Hokies”. She quickly became a part of the community by joining the Hokie Sports Club, Blacksburg Methodist Church, a bridge group and a violet club. Her strong Christian faith and charitable, giving personality could be witnessed everyday.

Anne is survived by her daughter Ruth Graeter of San Antonio, Texas, her son Dr. John K. Robertson of Blacksburg, Virginia and granddaughters, Dr. Jennifer Claiborne of Lynchburg, Virginia, and Heather LaFon of Blacksburg, Virginia and grandson Michael K. Robertson of Washington, D.C. and 3 great grandchildren.

A graveside service is planned for Friday, February 20th at 1:00 pm at Westview Cemetery in Blacksburg.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Warm Hearth Foundation, 2603 Warm Hearth Drive, Blacksburg, VA 24060 or Good Samaritan Hospice, 2408 Electric Road, Roanoke, VA 24018. The family is very thankful and appreciative of all the kindness and care Anne has received.

Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg.