Rivers Robertson, Jr., 83, of Seattle, Washington went to be with the Lord on February 9, 2020. Rivers was the only child born to Rivers Robertson, Sr. and Maude Allen Robertson, on June 3, 1936 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Robertson graduated from Southern University Lab School in 1955 and went on to Southern University to pursue his college degree. He graduated from Southern in 1959 and enlisted in the U.S. Army immediately after college, where he served four years in Fairbanks, Alaska. Robertson moved to Seattle, Washington in 1963, where he met his wife, and began his career with the Seattle Parks & Recreation Department. Robertson was like a father to many in the Central District and a mentor at Miller Community Center where he was the Recreation Center Supervisor. Robertson worked for Seattle Parks & Recreation for thirty years and retired in 1996. He was a tall, gentle, man with an extremely calming demeanor. He was a man of integrity, respect, strength and unconditional love. So many around Seattle knew, loved, and respected him. His presence will be missed greatly.
Robertson married the love of his life, Folayan Yetunde Oni-Robertson in 1967. They had two sons Gavin Ray Robertson, Sr. and Ajene-Bomani Robertson, and raised them to be respectful, strong and hard-working men. Robertson was an avid sports enthusiast and had season tickets for the Seahawks. He supported his sons, and grand children in both their scholastic and athletic endeavors. He was a staple at almost every single one of their games and meets. He was also an amateur photographer and left behind a slew of photos for his family to remember all of the memories they created together.
Robertson is survived by his son Gavin Ray Robertson, Sr., his daughter-in-laws LaShanda Robertson and Shannon McClain Robertson, his grandchildren, Tatum, Niall, Lennox, Janea, Gavin Jr. and Rakayla. He was preceded in death by his dad, Rivers Robertson, Sr., his mom, Maude Allen Robertson, his wife Folayan Yetunde Oni-Robertson (nee Barbara Davis), and his son Ajene-Bomani Robertson.
A Celebration of Life for Rivers Robertson, Jr. will be held at Evergreen Washelli, 11111 Aurora Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98133 on Friday, March 13 at 12:30 pm. The burial and Repast will follow immediately after the service. Flowers and cards can be sent to Evergreen Washelli at the above address.
