Colin Patrick Robertson, '69
Colin Patrick Robertson, '69, passed away on July 14, 2025, in Cleveland, Ohio.
COLIN P. ROBERTSON was born August 2, 1950 in Westport, County Mayo, Ireland. He died peacefully at the age of 74 on July 14, 2025 with his loving wife by his side.
Colin was a beloved husband of 18 years to Linda Kelly; loving father of Shannon Robertson (Massimo), Colleen Robertson (Dito), Shawn Robertson and the late Patrick Robertson and Maureen Robertson; cherished grandfather of Michael (Jade), Sgt. First Class Zachary, Connor, Kyleigh, Duncan, Ryan, Rylee, Isabella, Aiden, Olivia and Juliet; great-grandfather of Everly, Penelope and Scarlett; son of the late Mary (nee O'Malley) of Westport, Ireland and Colin Robertson of Glasgow, Scotland; brother of Tom (deceased) and John; loving son-in-law of Deanna Kelly (Frank, deceased); brother-in-law of Michael Kelly (Cheryl), Kevin Kelly (Theresa) and Susan Kelly; uncle, cousin and friend of many.
Colin graduated from "Father Flanagan's Boys Town" in Omaha, Nebraska in 1969. He still kept in touch with some of his classmates.
Colin umpired for the Greater Cleveland Umpires Association for 40 plus years. He was the President for the past 10 years. He loved the game and the people he got to know along the way. He was known for his no-nonsense attitude. he would always say, " make up my mind", "do we settle down and finish the game or do we go home now." The organization lost a good leader. Colin belonged to "the Social Club", a group of men whose motto is "people helping people". They held events and raised money for those in need. This group of men and their families have become good friends.
Colin was a strong supporter of law enforcement and respected the men and women in blue.
He will be remembered for his quick wit and sense of humor.
Friends may call at CHAMBERS FUNERAL HOME of CLEVELAND, 4420 ROCKY RIVER DR. AT PURITAS SATURDAY JULY 19TH FROM 12:00-3:00 PM. with a prayer service with Fr. Doug Brown officiating at 2:00 PM.