I carry your heart
Here is the deepest secret nobody knows
(here is the root of the root and bud of the bud
and the sky of the sky of a tree called life; which grows
higher than the soul can hope or mind can hide)
and this is the wonder that's keeping the stars apart
I carry your heart (I carry it in my heart)
E.E. Cummings -
Obituary
Peter was born 29 September 1951 in Hamilton, to parents Noel and Margorie Robertson, one of 10 siblings. Hamilton is situated near the junction of three traditional Aboriginal tribal territories: the Gunditjmara to the south, the Tjapwurong to the northeast, and the Bunganditj to the west.
Sadly Peter passed 13 October 2025 aged 74 in Footscray Hospital. Peters family thanks doctors and staff for all the care and support of Peter.
With his first wife, Christine, he was blessed with five children. With his second wife Maree (deceased) he was blessed with two children (one child of Maree's from a previous marriage). In 1991, he suffered the loss of his eldest son and 2008 the loss of his step daughter, a sorrow carried with love and resilience. At the time of his passing, he leaves behind 6 children, 17 grandchildren, and 19 great-grandchildren, 10 siblings, loving friends and, dear and close friend Jean who was always by Peters side.
Peter grew up in Edenhope of which this area was traditionally part of the Marditjali people's country.
At the age of 20 Peter was drafted to serve in Vietnam in May 1972, with the return of combat troops in March 1972 his draft was discharged. Peter was enlisted in the Australian Army where he trained as a radio transceiver/signaller.
Peter was a hardworker and worked in various areas over the years including mechanic, laborer, cleaner, road maintenance and road patrol/controller. At the time of Peter's retirement, Peter worked at as road patrol/controller.
Peter had a love for sports and fishing. Playing local football in his earlier years and basketball for a couple of years. Peter followed North Melbourne and was a huge fan of the Krakouer brothers (Jim and Phil) who played for North Melbourne in the 1980's. In Peter's later years he took up lawn bowls and was a member of the Deer Park bowling Club club at the time of his passing. Peter looked forward to playing bowls and bowling trips away in particularly trips to Echuca. Echuca was a place Peter really enjoyed to visit and is where Peter has requested his ashes be laid.
Peter had a strong relation with his siblings and looked forward to the annual Robertson family reunion.
Peter loved country music and country westerns amongst his favorite artists were Kenny Rogers, Dolly Parton and Clint Eastwood.
Peter had a very caring, kind and generous heart and at times found it hard to express emotion. Peter loved to crack a joke and was often his way to deflect emotion. Peter will be remembered for his jovial sense of humor who was always ready and happy to have a chinwag and a drink.
Cheers Peter, to a life to be celebrated, you will always be in our hearts.
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You will be for ever in my heart ❤️
Iv always looked up to you everyday so proud you of everything you have accomplished in life and taking me with you to work ( sneaking me into the work vehicle ) I remember running around the old vic road building watching you working looking at everyone on the roads and seeing what you do, you have taught me so much about playing footy and cricket at the deer park club, taught me how to fish even tho it took forever to catch something but it made you happy even more happy when we went out camping and mum got bit by a bull ant on her butt ahah, you taught me so much about car and that were my passion comes from you with cars even tho you didn’t like it loud or low but it what got you to teach more about them I will never forget get how I was you apprentice holding the flashlight while you teach me, even all the old photos of your eh Holden and how much you loved racing in it and taking down to the beach, I will forever hold on too all of the memories of us and as a family with mum and Shaniya and Stacey when she was here, I could go on and on about memories in the back yard with the tube we had or lance and I playing in it and you would push us around and we would get really dizzy,
I love you father so much but you are in a happy place now with mum and Stacey and Malcom I will never forget any of you and I will always love youse.
Mate we had some great times & trps together over the last 12 years
Bowling in Pennant Bowling in Perth, Fiji, Adelaide, Mathoura, Rich River & Barham.
Enjoyed sitting with you & Jean watching your favourite shows, Outback Truckers, The Chase, & Gold Rush (US & AUS)
I'll miss you heaps brother you were one of a kind & a genuine friend
Condolences to Jean & all the family.
Timmy
It’s hard to believe you’re gone. I find myself yearning for just a little more time, one more laugh, one more story, one more hug. My heart goes out to all your family and friends who feel this loss so deeply. May peace be found in the special memories we all carry.
You enjoyed gatherings and socialising, always cracking a joke. Your kind heart touched so many, and you were loved by all who knew you.
You loved fishing, camping, and the simple joys of the outdoors. I’ll forever treasure the memories: you teaching me how to ride a bike, our day fishing trips, road trips to Edenhope and Stawell to visit Nan and Pop, the time you took me to my first country music festival, and many more memories. But above all, I’ll remember you being your happiest surrounded by family and friends.
Thank you for everything, Dad. You’ll always be with me, deep in my heart. Michelle
Rest in Peace, bro!
Al. 🦌
My beautiful Dad,
It’s so hard to believe you’re gone. The world feels quieter without your laugh, your cheeky sense of humour, and that big personality that could light up any room. You were one of a kind — hardworking, loyal, and full of life.
You loved the simple things that made life special — heading out fishing at first light, sitting around a campfire with a drink and a smoke, listening to good music, and sharing a laugh with family and mates. Those were the moments where you were happiest, and that’s how I’ll always remember you — relaxed, smiling, and content with the world around you.
You taught me the value of hard work, honesty, and standing tall through life’s challenges. You showed me what real strength looks like — not just in what you did, but in how deeply you loved and cared for your family.
I’ll miss your jokes, your advice, your music playing in the background, and the way you could make everyone feel welcome. The memories we shared — the camping trips, the laughter, the quiet talks — will stay with me forever.
Rest peacefully, Dad. I know you’re out there somewhere — maybe casting a line, music playing, drink in hand — smiling down on us.
Love you always and forever. Dad 🤍
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