Wallace “Wally” Brook Robertson, 80, of Hot Springs, Virginia passed away Thursday, May 15, 2025, near his residence on Switzerland Trail.
He was born September 16, 1944, in Hot Springs, Virginia, the son of the late James Louie Robertson and Phyllis May Masters Robertson.
Mr. Robertson was a self-employed machinist. He was a master welder who could fix anything. It was said he could weld a rubber band together. He passed his talent onto many young men in the area. He was a tough task master, but a wonderful teacher. He was the President of the “General Assembly” who met every morning at Bacova Junction.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served during Vietnam. He enjoyed life and spending time with his friends.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Hilda June Law Robertson whom he married on October 26, 1968.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by a brother; Willis Robertson & wife Charlotte of Lady Smith, Virginia.
He was preceded in death by a brother, James “Buck” Robertson; and two sisters, Vada Robertson & Wana Tidd.
Per his request, there will not be a funeral.
Friends may call anytime at the residence located at 1557 Switzerland Trail.
You will surely be missed Wally joy to all who knew you.you was always so appreciative of Vdot workers and told them so when they worked your road
Condolences to the family. So very sorry to hear this.
I was a Classmate of his brother, Willis.
We consider it an honor to call Wally our friend. Very few people impact a community like Wally did. He was a genuine man who wasn’t shy about speaking his mind but he was always a gentleman who could agree to disagree. We are going to miss him. Our hearts are broken for Hilda, his family, and the guys who gathered everyday at the shop. May your memories comfort you in the coming days.
Jay and Janet Bryan
The David Law, Sr family (Janet Law Thompson, Joyce Law Liptrap, and David Law, Jr.) formerly from Middlebrook, VA send our love and prayers to Hilda and family. So sorry to hear of your loss.
A schoolmate and friend indeed. I visited his shop years after I left Bath County Was a pleasure for sure. He must have been A GREAT CRAFTSMAN== Earl Cutlip and Teresa