08/31/2026
Gary C. Robertson, 72, passed away peacefully from this life on August 28, 2026, in Nocona, Texas. He was born May 12, 1954, in Colorado to Avis and Donna Donnell Robertson and was a 1972 graduate of Nocona High School. Gary learned the value and rewards of a hard day’s work from his father. He spent many years building homes and creating custom carpentry throughout the Nocona area. He also worked alongside his family in the oil and gas industry, where he established Robertson Well Service, owning and servicing wells throughout the Nocona area during the 70’s and 80’s. Gary spent the past several years pumping for Davis and Salmon. He enjoyed working on those old wells and continued to do so as long as his health allowed. A true outdoorsman, Gary found great enjoyment in raising cattle and goats, farming, and tending pecan trees on his property in Spanish Fort. He loved hunting and shooting and was a proud member of the Saint Jo Pistol Club. Gary also had a lifelong passion for all things mechanical. He enjoyed rebuilding Jeeps and racing his Mustang at the Nocona Raceway, always finding joy in working with his hands and making things run. Gary believed in giving back to the community he called home. He proudly served with the Nocona Volunteer Fire Department, dedicating his time and talents to helping others. On August 10, 1973, Gary married the love of his life, Bonnie Mitchell, at Bethel Baptist Church in Nocona, Texas. Together, they shared more than 53 years of marriage, building a life filled with family, hard work, shared adventures, and countless memories. Gary is survived by his beloved wife, Bonnie Robertson of Nocona; his brother, Duane Robertson and wife, Karen, of Nocona; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family members who loved him dearly. He was preceded in death by his parents, Avis and Donna Robertson, and his brothers, Terry Don Robertson and Randall Robertson. Visitation will be held Friday, September 4, 2026, from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Jerry Woods Funeral Home Chapel in Nocona. Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 5, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Jerry Woods Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Spanish Fort Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Nocona Rural Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 55, Nocona, TX 76255. Gary will be remembered for his strong work ethic, generous spirit, love of the outdoors, mechanical talents, and devotion to his family and community. His presence will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing and loving him.
