Thinking of you ,always  / Mom (mom)

Precious Dave. Papa loyle died recently & Uncle L.J. last night. A mother"s love and worst fear is that her child is not alone and afraid.I had this dream where my dad says he would "watch" over you. That comforts me.We all love and miss you, your loving memories & " Robertson" humor will always be rememberd. You brought a lot of laughter and Joy into our lives. God be with you.

         You were the "we" of me.

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An Email  / Leslie Russell (Twin sis )

We get forwarded TONS of junk and joke emails everyday and some of them actually touch me. The words in this one did and so made me think of you, Dave. This was your motto. Love and miss you everyday.

"The happiest people don't have the best of everything. They just make the best of everything."

They Live simply
They Love generously
They Care deeply
They Speak kindly

 

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A very special soul - David Robertson I will always remember you.  / Reem Regina Tatar (Friend of family )
I just came across this website and I wanted to send my condolences to the entire Robertson family and to share some memories I have of David. I remember David and the big heart he had. He had a very special light which I think everyone could see and feel. He truly was an unforgettable person. He was married to my cousin Tania when I was in high school. Sometimes I would go over to my cousin's place for a visit and I remember having talks with David on the front steps from time to time. He was always so warm and had such a caring heart. I remember he told me never to let any boys take advantage of me and to keep being a good girl. Advice like a big brother would give to a younger sister. In fact, my brother Nameer was David and Leslie's classmate at St. John's in elementary and junior high school. I remember how my brother used to tell me how much he admired David for being really superb at basketball! I also remember being at the birth of Michael. David was right there with Tania. That was a special day I will never forget. Also, I will always remember the kind smile David had, even if sometimes it seemed like he had a lot on his mind. One of my most vivid memories was seeing him at a lumber yard in El Cerrito and he was so kind with a warm hello and a genuine, caring smile. I will never forget him. God Bless you David. I know you had a special purpose on earth and you will always be loved and remembered. Close

So Very Sorry for Your Loss  / Melissa Eiler (Visitor~Daughter of Irwin & Renee Eiler )

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Where do we go from here  / Friend (Friend)
“You can shed tears that he is gone,
or you can smile because he has lived.
You can close your eyes and pray that he'll come back,
or you can open your eyes and see all he's left.
Your heart can be empty because you can't see him,
or you can be full of the love you shared.
You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday,
or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday.
You can remember him only that he is gone,
or you can cherish his memory and let it live on.
You can cry and close your mind,
be empty and turn your back.
Or you can do what he'd want:
smile, open your eyes love and go on.”
David Harkins quotes (British Poet and Painter b.1958)

One never dreams of saying goodbye to those we love, I have learned in life it is best to celebrate the life of our loved ones; rather then remembering them through pain. 

Dave's will and strength surrounds all of us on a daily we must remember that always. He would never want all those he loved to be sad and not embrace life for the here and now. May God Bless! 
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love of my life  / Kim Melia (mother of children )
Hey Dave,
        Hey this is a letter to you that is long over due,Imiss you more then words could say.I think about you all the time,and the things that you will miss in our kids lives Alex and Erika's. I wish you could be here for Erika's first day of school,Alex's was last year I hope you were watching,it was so hard for me to let him go I was not ready for that at all. Now this year Erika will be starting they are just getting so big,and you are missing it all,in a way I am soo angry with you for not being here for me or for them,we made them together and now it's just me and the kids. Alex talks about you all the time and wants to see his daddy and I just have no words so say how hard that is for me and our kids. I don't understand why this happened I wish I could say that in two years I have alittle more understanding but I don't not at all. I don't know why it had to be you,you were the rock in my life the love of my life and I would give anything to have you back just for one second to hug and hold and kiss one last time. I never got to say goodbye,but I hope you knew how much I loved you . Our lives can change in one second and things will never be the same again,You were such a wonderful soul to have in our lives and I will cherish that forever. I just miss you soo much baby I don't cry like I should but that's only because it hurts so bad to think about the life we had together.I hope someday that I will get the chance to see your beautiful face again and that we could be a family if not here then I'll see you in HEAVEN . I love you with all my heart,and please watch over the kids they need to feel there Daddy around .love you always kim Close

Why?? / Fifi
Dear David, Why didn't I know you had a cell phone on your trip?  If I had, I would have called you to remind you of your promise to me -- that you would pull over and get a motel room to get some sleep on the way.  We were on vacation when you left town and I thgouht about you the whole time and called your parents to find out if you had made it there safely.  Those were our last words  -- that you would sleep in a motel room on the way.  2 years ago today, you were still alive.  I love you and miss you.  Fifi Close

To the Robertson Family (2 years later ........)  / Linda LeBlanc (aunt)

Today, two years later ... We Remember and Celebrate the short but memorable life of David.  How much more we seem to have learned about him during the two years!!  The friends and those whose lives he touched are still appearing to tell us about how Dave influenced them and helped them.
In the last two years Dave has been busy entertaining and keeping company.  Time and time again his siblings and parents have visited him to pray, read to him, speak to him, cry, leave flowers and notes,  express anger, beg understanding, and to let him know of their love, love, love. 
Yes, the healing ontinues and will be with us forever.  Our lives are changed, we still hurt, but we've grown, we've learned - and we're alive and blessed - and Remember and Celebrate. Close

Mass for Dave 10/13/06  / Les (Twin)
A mass for Dave will be said on Friday, Oct. 13th. at 8am @ St. David's Church, 5641 Esmond St. in Richmond.

Going West, take the Mc Bryde exit, turn left on Mc Bryde Ave, then right on Sonoma. The church is on the corner of Sonoma & Esmond.

Driving East, take Solona Ave exit, turn left & proceed on Amador, turn right on Esmond. Close

Always thinking of you!!!  / Mom Robertson (Mom)
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February 15, 2006  / Alexandra Danino (Friend)
33 years ago we were blessed w/ 2 beautiful spirits. One is here on Earth and the other has ascended to the Heavens. I light this B-day candle knowing it will never go out because the beauty and warmth in these spirits will always keep it lit. Happy B-Day Leslie and David!------- Dear David, I thought about you all day today and reminisced about the past. I have learned through you that if you could ever give anyone something worthy, it is true friendship. On this day when I wish I could give you something, you have given me much more.I remembered the welcome in your smile and the warmth of your heart. Which always let me know you genuinely cared. Thank you for these gifts, I cherish them and hold them in my heart never to be forgotten. Happy B-Day Beautiful Friend. Close

Happy Birthday!  / Felicia (sis-in-law)
Happy Birthday, David!  This day will always be a joyful day to celebrate because 33 years ago today you were born!  As a mother, I know that nothing, even your passing, can ever take that away.  You shone a bright light while you were here and brought me many smiles and laughter.  I'm left with your stories and memories of our silly times together.   I always thought we would grow old together passing on family stories to future generations but now that I think about it, I realize your light was twice as bright as the rest of ours.  Please use that light to help those here heal and help them to smile and laugh with you and feel your everlasting love.  Love, Fifi     Close

The dream  / Lois Robertson (Mother)

I finally had the dream I had been waiting for from you.I was alone in a field & some one told me to go into this building.U were there & said to me "I'm here mom".You wrapped your arms around me.All I could say was "Oh Dave".There was so much I wanted to say to you,I realized that u would soon be gone.I held you as tight as I could.Your arms were strong & seemed to wrap around me twice.Without words we understood what was between us.I awoke with my arms across my chest & still had that warm feeling of our embrace.I didn't move for a long while. I was savoring that moment between us.I love u so much Dave & I miss you terribly.Our quiet talks in the back yard,where you poured your heart out to me,Our shared tears over life's problems.Rest in peace my son,& may the perpetual light shine upon you.May your soul & all the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace .AMEN Love FROM Mom

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One Sweet Day  / Leslie (Twin Sis )
Sorry I never told you* All I wanted to say* And now it's too late to hold you* 'Cause you've flown away* So far away* Never had I imagined* Living without your smile* Feeling and knowing you hear me* It keeps me alive* Alive* And I know you're shining down on me from Heaven* Like so many friends we've lost along the way* And I know eventually we'll be togetherOne sweet day* Darling, I never showed you* Assumed you'd always be there* I took your presence for granted* But I always cared* And I miss the love we shared* And I know you're shining down on me from Heaven* Like so many friends we've lost along the way* And I know eventually we'll be together* One sweet day* Although the sun will never shine the same* I'll always look to a brighter day* Lord I know when I lay me down to sleep* You will always listen as I pray* And I know you're shining down on me from Heaven* Like so many friends we've lost along the way* And I know eventually we'll be together* One sweet day* And I know you're shining down on me from Heaven* Like so many friends we've lost along the way* And I know eventually we'll be together* One sweet day* Sorry I never told you* All I wanted to say*  Close

Thoughts of your spirit...  / Cindy Salas
I knew the time was near, but I missed the date. Wow, a year has passed. Of course, your spirit and your special essence is very much still here. Can't explain it but I've been feeling it especially stronger lately. Then, just recently, I ran into a friend from the past, and your name was brought up. The thought of it all broke my heart all over again. But just knowing that you are up there, extremely protected under God's wing, my heart is somewhat comforted. Along with the fact that I know you are keeping a few of my loved ones laughing and smiling, as you did with me. Even though a lot of time has lapse since then, the love that I have for you and your family will always remain. May you continue to bless your family with your special glow. I love you, David! Close

Mass for Dave 10/13/05  / Leslie Russell (Twin sister )
A mass for Dave will be said on Thursday, Oct. 13th. at 8am @ St. David's Church, 5641 Esmond St. in Richmond.

Going West, take the Mc Bryde exit, turn left on Mc Bryde Ave, then right on Sonoma. The church is on the corner of Sonoma & Esmond.

Driving East, take Solona Ave exit, turn left & proceed on Amador, turn right on Esmond. Close

David / Tania Robertson
David how we all miss you. Today stirs up alot of memories and feelings I share with only you. Our son, your first born's birthday is today. That was the beginning of a whole new life for us. This is his first birthday since your passing. I have been remembering how much you helped me through his labor 12 years ago. You were just so present, it's all I needed. Thank you.
 I will try to do my best to be a good mom to Michael, although I know he is missing his dad's love, something that is irreplaceable. I remind him that your love is ever present in him, apart of him. Forever. WE LOVE AND MISS YOU TERRIBLY Close

Words CANT explain  / Michele Wiggan (Friend)

Dave,

Words can’t explain the pain that I feel in my heart today and everyday. The memories I have of us hang’n out together I will cherish forever.
Those were some of the most trying times in my life you knew this and did everything you could to make them when we were together some of the best times in life for me. I will never forget the smile you put on my face. Everywhere I go I swear there is a memory attached to my heart of us. Jahiem just came on the radio, Lord knows this is hard. 
We always had so much fun the bluesfest, the drives to who knows where, even going to the grocery store we would find a way to have fun and of course half price books we could spend all day there. I still remember lunches at Trevino’s (You never told me this was a family favorite) I could go on forever...
God I cant believe this is true. I miss you so much.
There were so many trying times in our individual life's that we would help each other get a different perspective on, I loved that about our friendship. You taught me so many important life long lessons, which will never be forgotten. 
Damion will never forget the hair cuts you gave him, even though he cried through each and everyone... 

I finally did it and made that change, now you can see it for yourself, your legacy in my life will live on forever..

I used to always tell you there are never goodbyes, there are only see you later's, and I will see you later.. Loving you always, You’re Friend

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