George Douglas Robertson

George Douglas Robertson (Robbie)

Chief Warrant Officer Ret.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Chief Warrant Officer George Douglas "Robbie" Robertson (Ret.), who departed this world peacefully on Sep 18, 2025, at the age of 87. Born in Gilford, Ontario on February 5, 1938.

Robbie is survived by his loving wife Sheila of 65 years; his children, Kelly, Murray, son-in-law Michael; and his grandchildren, Carmen, Samuel and Emily, along with brother-in-law Ian Oliver and sister-in-law Pat Skerritt. He will be deeply missed by his close and respected friend Mark Benjamin (M/CPL. Ret.), and a wide circle of friends and former colleagues

Robbie was a respected member of his community, leaving behind a legacy of service, dedication, and a deep love for his family.

In 1955 Robbie embarked on a distinguished career in the armed forces, serving with unwavering commitment for 38 years. He rose through the ranks to achieve the esteemed position of Chief Warrant Officer, a testament to his exceptional leadership, integrity, and profound sense of duty. His service took him to various parts of Canada and Germany, including North Bay, Cold Lake, Clinton, Saint Sylvester, Falconbridge, Holberg, Chilliwack and Lahr Germany. One of his most demanding and memorable postings was in the Arctic at CFS Alert in Nunavut and CFS Holberg where he made significant contributions and earned the admiration of his peers and subordinates alike. Robbie received the Order of Military Merit (OMM) Medal from the Governor General on Dec 15, 1986.

Upon his retirement from the military, Robbie continued to embody the values of service and community. He was a member of the Rotary club in Chilliwack, active with the Mountain Citizen Advisory Committee for the Correctional Service (7yrs, 4yrs as chair), Chair of the Kent Harrison Foundation (6yrs), many years as President of the Mount Cheam Volk sport Club, was active with Agassiz Harrison Community Services Christmas Hamper Program in the early 1990s and volunteered for 12 years with the Chilliwack Bruins and then the Chilliwack Chiefs.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Robbie’s memory to BC SPCA or The Chilliwack General Hospital, both organizations were very meaningful to Robbie.

The family extends their sincere gratitude to the staff at Chilliwack General Hospital (Emergency Department, Ambulatory Care and Surgical Recovery Unit) for their compassionate care of Robbie.