Cliff Robertson Obituary

Cliff Robertson I will always remember you so talented and beautiful artist so willing to help.

Thank u, for ur honest, very even portrayals of "real" people. U were- in my opinion - a very even keeled & truly believable actor. I always thoroughly enjoyed ur acting. I pray u continue to RIP, Mr Robertson...

I met Cliff when I first moved to LA. He was friends with my neighbor. We had dinner together. He was the nicest and coolest Man I ever met. He drove an old 1970s Ford Station Wagon with wood on the side. I think about him often and have the fondest memories of him as do so many others he came in contact with. So happy I got to know you

I'm glad I found this site. I have been wanting to say something about Mr. Robertson's passing for awhile, but did not know where I could communicate what I experienced in a dream concerning my father and Cliff. I am a genealogist for my family and I did find a link to my family and his. One morning about 4 am I was asleep and saw my father and Cliff smiling and talking to one another. They turned around and smiled at me and I knew absolutely that we were cousins. Thanks guys for letting me know. I miss both of them and know absolutely we will meet some day.

It was a pleasure to be Mr. Robertson's nurse quite a few years ago. Am sad to hear of his passing.

Miss you my brother. Only one
Like you, never got a chance to write you a letter or meet you but trust you are not forgotten my best to your daughters and family

Dear Cliff!
You were one of my favorite actors ever! No one could hold a candle to your timeless great movies! I loved all of them but I especially appreciated Charley! I can just picture you up there in the heavens giving your continuous great performances! You are and always will be a legacy in my heart!

God Bless Cliff/love Connie

You are remembered, and greatly missed.

Condolences to the Robertson Family. We loved your films and you will be missed by many. Mike and Pam Smith

We carry the people we've loved through film in a special place in our hearts. They take a piece of themselves and a page of script, and give birth to someone new: a joint creation between actor and audience. A personalized gift given only to us, for which our grief is unique and profound.
Thank you very much. You are so greatly missed.

I loved him in Batman with Adam West, playing the villain "Shame", I had never seen him in a comedy.

Loved him in 633squadron way back in the 60's

Heather brick

Fair winds and following seas sailor.

Thank you for your service to this nation.

Daniel Keyes, author of "Flowers for Algernon" passed on just the other day. It reminded me of something.

I just retired from 42 years working as the building supervisor at Hillman Library, University of Pittsburgh. One memory that remains fresh is one day in the mid to late 1970s, someone said, hey, isn't that the actor sitting over there across the floor (ground floor in Hillman)? I looked over and knew who it was, Cliff Robertson, I said, in Pittsburgh for something (haven't been able to discover what). I did not want to bother him, but did have to walk over past him to pin down that it was truly him, and it was. I had viewed "Charly" (interpretation of the book "Flowers for Algernon") and it is still with me more than half a century later. I was young then, and did not realize the importance we have for each other, whether movie star or library staff, otherwise I would have done what I would do now, share my appreciation of his gift. I am absolutely positive that Cliff is doing just fine in spirit, and he certainly has my full appreciation. He had such a great voice, as well.
Greg McCormick
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Watching "Gidget" this evening. You were great even in a light comedy.

Rest In Peace, Mr. Robertson. You Were A True Talent. See You On That Beautiful Day, Kind Sir.

To Cliff Robertson,
You were a very talented actor. My prayers go to you and your family. Lisa Weiner

A wonderful actor. Sadly missed RIP

I just found out that Cliff passed away last Sept. and today is June 10/12. I feel as if I've been punched in the stomach. So sorry for this loss. Additionally, sorry...I'm a former nun and had such a crush on his deeply handsome face...had I have know him, I would have given up the veil in a New York second!
God bless you, dear Cliff!

I was saddened to hear that the wonderful Cliff Robertson has passed away. As a child of the 60's I grew up watching his movies. I loved that he made every motion picture so special with his presence and believeablity, as in the fantastic movies Obsession, Charlie, Brainstorm and the list goes on. There was a real gentleman behind those handsome eyes that was pure class. Bravo Mr. Robertson for all the years of joy and entertainment you gave to all your fans in film. My heart goes out to his family at this very sad time of loss. Blessings to you all.

Pure pleasure...your movies, your attitude and that 1000 watt smile. So much talent and heart. Bless your family, they must miss you so much. I know I do!

Cliff, I remember meeting you in Nevada at the Flyingmranch. It was a true pleasure to spend time with you. You will be missed.

I never met the gentleman, but I have the highest regard for him as an actor. He was an outstanding and belivable performer. He never made a bad movie...
I will miss his performances...
"Fair Winds and Following Seas"

To the Family & Friends of Mr. Clifford Parker Robertson III, I would like to offer my Sincere Heartfelt Sympathy to each of you on His loss. His loss is Great to Me as a Person also as I have grown up viewing all of His movies over and over. He was my Childhood Idol and I shall never, ever forget Him as a Person and Special Actor to Myself and Countless Others through the years. May He Rest In Peace Now and May He Entertain the Good Lord who walked the walk with him in Hollywood!!! God Bless All !!! We have lost a Idol for sure.

my sincere condolences on the loss of your love one. may you find cherised thoughts and laughter through your memories, of such a beloved father, son, and actor. molly colclough, new jersey. [email protected]

Thank you for entertaining me these many years. I shall always cry a tear of joy for what you have done for me. My sincere condolences to family and friends during your sorrow.

Cliff fought the fight and has won the battle...he is with Jesus.

May the God of comfort and tender mercies continue to comfort you and your family.

Know that very shortly death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things will have passed away.

Please accept my sincere condolences.

D. Clark

My daddy and I loved watching you on the old re-runs of your movies. I will continue to watch for my daddy went before you. I hope your family gets as much pleasure talking, thinking and dreaming about you as I do my Daddy. God bless you for all of the years you gave to your fans.

When God made Cliff he broke the mold. Dearly loved by fans everywhere.

When I see the name "Cliff Robertson" I know that the picture will be excellent. He was one of the finest actors I have had the pleasure to watch. He will be missed by this dedicated fan.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

You made us smile, laugh and cry.

I was a small child and I remember him and the movie crew filming some scenes across the street from my house in South Boston Ma for the movie Charly. I remember clearly a line from the movie exclaiming, "I made it I made it". And some of my friends and I yelled back....he made it he made it. He and the rest of the crew and crowd laughed at that and I remembered thinking later that here was a guy who was not all caught up in himself and could laugh easily. Too bad there aren't more like him left.
Fair winds and following seas.......

I was a fan of Cliff Robertson and as many was saddened by his death. He was a genuine human being and he will be missed.






May he rest in peace.
Pam Smith

I had the honor of working with Mr. Robertson for the past nine years. He was generous, and an authentic gentleman.

He made the world a better place for many, many people.

I have been a long time fan of his. I am sadden to hear of his passing. May the arms of angels carry him home to God. He will surely be missed. And sadly, the world has lost another "Great Actor"!!

Our condolences to Mr. Robertsons family, and may he rest in peace. Have been a fan of his since my father took me to see PT109 as a kid and have enjoyed several more of his movies over the years. Cliff was a great actor that will be truely missed.

Thoughts and prayers are with his Family, he was a wonderful actor. May he rest in peace.

I have been a fan of Mr. Robertson's since I saw his performance in Charly. It was inspirational and moving to say the least and has been a favorite of mine ever since.

My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time of terrible loss. May he rest in the arms of the angels.

A wonderful actor, and condolences for your loss. I played the theme from "633 Squadron" when I heard he had passed on, I think he was flyer at heart, and an actor for the sheer heck of it.

Mr. Robertson was a wonderful actor. I will miss seeing his face in movies and on TV. I know he will be missed by me and many more. God please bless this family and lift their spirits up.

To Clifford Parker Robertson III's Family, my deep condolences on your/all
of us, who loved-admired him.
Life well lived, Rest In Peace,
Mr Robertson.


Sincerely,

Ms "GG" Bigrigg
a fan

Dearest Robertson Family,

My husband and I had the wonderful opportunity to escort him in 2008 at the Sons of the American Revolution National in Sacramento, CA. He was a fine and wonderful man and we were genuinely touched by his kindness.

All of our thoughts and prayers for the loss of your dad.

With our deepest sympathies,

Coreena and Dale Ross

Dearest Steph:

You have constantly been in my heart and prayers over the loss of your dear father, who I fortunately had the esteem pleasure of meeting several times in Miami. So impressive and kind to me.

With love,

Lettie

Cliff Robertson has been one of my favorite actors since I was 12 years old in 1981 right after I saw Gidget. As the Big Kahuna, I thought he was such a great actor and his presence in the film was the highlight. Since then, I have followed his career and have watched many of his from the 50s, 60s, and 70s including Picnic, Autumn Leaves, Charly, PT 109, Three Days of the Condor, Obsession, Masquerade, two of the best episodes of the Twilight Zone (The Dummy, and One Hundred Yards Over the Rim) and so much more. I am so sad to hear he passed away. He will always have a place in my heart forever for being such a great and talented actor and for being one of the most handsome men in the film industry. RIP Mr. Robertson.

I grew up in the 60s and Mr. Robertson's role in CHARLY inspired me to view the mentally challenged in a very different and postive way. I enjoyed all of his performances in the movies as he was a gifted actor. My regards to his family on this loss, but I am glad it was a peaceful passing for a gift and talented man.

I was in my 20's (early 1970's) and was driving from Southampton back to Hampton Bays at about 2:00 am one morning (coming back from from a club). There was not a car on the road back then and barreling down the road towards me came this speeding convertible with an attractive guy driving. I looked over and it was Cliff Robertson! He was so handsome! He was a great actor and BIGGER THAN LIFE! He always seemed like a regular guy on all the talk shows whenever he was interviewed. He never seemed impressed with himself. A real gentleman. He has a lot of fans and will be missed!

My condolences to his family. Cliff Robertson was one of the greats! Unfortunately, it seems all the great ones are passing away like Peter Falk back August. I am sure he will be missed as well.
-Tess Lewis(Ottawa,Canada)

Cliff was a great actor no matter which movie I saw cliff I enjoyed. You will be missed especially by me, RIP, Cliff.

Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.

May your days be brightened knowing that Cliff was loved by so many & you are not alone in your sorrow. My heart & prayers are with you. When you feel sad & alone look to the sky for comfort and know he will always be there watching over you. God Bless, KM (Olympia, WA)

So sorry to hear of Mr. Robertson's death. He was a great actor and I always enjoyed his movies. He will truly be missed. My condolences to his family and my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time

My condolence to Mr. Robertson's family. A big Kahuna is what he was. One of my favorite movie star. He will be one of the shinning stars above. Servant of the big screen wonderfully done Mr. Robertson. God bless you & your family. S.Singleton (Charleston, SC)

Godspeed on your final flight West. Captain ted Kelly, United Airlines, retired

Mr. Robertson was one of the great screan stars of the 20th century. He will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family in Charleston.

What a great actor and great loss to the family and entertainment industry. I recall seeing him in many films. May it comfort you that Cliff will return to the days of his youthful vigor - Job 33:25 and be able to entertain the world again with his many talents.

Charly is one of my favorite films. My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Robertson.
RIP.

A GREAT ACTOR ONE OF MY FAVORITES A GOOD MAN.HIS FAMILY WILL SURELY MISS HIM AS WILL WE ALL.GOD BLESS.

cliff was a great man in ever way, and will be missed by all. god bless,and fly high , my pilot friend.

I met Cliff in 1989 where I worked at AT&T Bell Labs. I mentioned his Oscar but that I really enjoyed him as villian Shame on the Batman TV show. He laughed and told me that when he is asked about his most enjoyable role, this was it. He said it was so much fun and was even quoting some of the lines to me. I had my picture taken with him and he autographed a photo for me (which I have framed on the wall). To Jerry, Cliff Robertson and he added "Shame" below. What a nice man. I will never forget our meeting and will miss him.

I spent some time with Cliff on the set of Falcon Crest at the Schellville airport in Sonoma County, It was an aviation episode, what a great day. I will always treasure the photos we took.

I needed to Cry...
Rest in peace
Mr.Cliff Robertson
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Great actor he will be missed. I liked PT-109.

"Did Cliff Robertson also star in the night sitcom of "Falcon Crest" for 1 or 2 seasons. First time I had saw him for years, but he left all of a sudden, was killed off at the start of a new season without explanation. Maybe illness prevented him from coming back. Despite the bad reviews I loved him in JFK.

I loved Cliff as JFK in PT-109 and I thought that movie was great!! He also looked so handsome in the Naval Officer uniform. Oddly, last weekend I was watching a JFK documentary about JFK and they mentioned PT-109. I thought of Cliff immediately and wondered how he was doing. I am happy to see that he lived a good long life. Bless his family.

TO THE FAMILY OF MR ROBERTSON , MY NAME IS CHARLES SLATER I SEEN ALL THE MOVES THAT MR ROBERTSON MADE AND I LIKE THE ONE HE DI ABOUT THE PT109 THAT WAS MY BEST MOVE THAT HE DID I THANK HEM FOR THAT ONE

Cliff was a very prominent and beloved member of the aviation community for many years and he will be greatly missed by all

Cliff was my father's very close friend for 60 + years, they went to college together at Antioch. My father was Fred Woodress who introduced and inducted Cliff into the Aeronautical Hall of Fame several years ago. They stayed in touch through out their lives and I know that in death they will be together again. Bless his family in their time of need. Bless Cliff and God's speed.

Cliff Robertson Family,

I knew your father for a brief time as a child, during the filming of JW Coop when he worked with my father Mel Lambert on that film. Cliff was at our home several times as a guest, and he was always so kind and sincere, a real gentlemen. I enjoyed his performance in Wild Hearts, and some of his early work, such as the Twilight Zone. He will be missed, my condolences to your family.

He was a good and decent human being. His smile and mellow voice will be missed.

RIP Cliff, a great actor and person a sad loss for all. My sympathy to his family

I always loved Cliff Robertson. I thought he was good looking and I enjoyed all the war movies he was in. I really loved him in PT109. My condolences to the family. My prayers are with you. Valerie Lefler (Midvale, OH)

My deepest condolences to his family...I will never forget how handsome he was in person as I walked past him in the airport in San Diego 20 yrs ago...he was standing there with his tennis racket over his shoulder waiting for his limo....A class act all the way!

Great actor. Loved his performance in Picnic. He will be missed. Always had great dignity

I always loved seeing Cliff act. I especially enjoyed him in Charley. I know his family will miss him.

Just an incredible man, he will be missed. There are none like him to walk in his footsteps.

I always thought from the first time I saw him in a movie that he was so good looking. When I heard of his death right after celebrating his birthday, that was sad. He will be missed as he was one of the great actors.

My condolences to the Robertson Family. He lived a good life, despite the setbacks. He will be greatly missed. I remember him so vividly in the roles he played even though they were 2nd best, he was still a great actor. May the God of comfort be with you all at this most stressful time.

An old friend

He also played in "malone" with burt reynolds that was a good movie also ! rest in peace cliff !!!

Always liked Cliff. He had the guts to do and tell it like it was. He will be missed.

"What a loss a great actor you could not find a better actor to play JFK'S Part in PT 109 or any other of his movie's God Bless "Cliff Robertson

Cliff Robertson Family:
I am sorry for your loss. I can remember him in the Spider-Man movie as Uncle Ben, he will surely be missed. May fond memories, friends, family & our Heavenly Father Jehovah be of comfort to you during this time of grief.

I wasn't really into war movies, but I watched them because he was in them, Cliff you were an awsome actor and the movie world is a better world because of you! You will be missed but we thank God for your years on this earth.
MR, Nebraska

A fine actor and a real gentleman. There are few left like him today. He always brought a sense of reality to his war movie roles. And he looked very good in Scottish dress when he attended our activities in Washington, DC!

Mr. Robertson was one of my favorite actors when I was a young girl. He always appeared to me as a gentleman. I will keep the Robertson family in my prayers.
Janie Gadson

I ALWAYS LIKED TO SEE MOVIES WITH MR. ROBERTSON . HE WAS GREAT AND VERY HANDSOME . MAY HE REST IN PEACE . GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY IN THIS DIFFICULT TIME .

I just watched PT 109 sat. nite on military channel.this gentle- man,Cliff Robertson,was sincere & honest, God has welcomed you to heaven and JFK is standing by his side. D.Smith Robbinsville, N.J.

john 14

Thanks Cliff for all the years of acting I really loved your war movies being a military man myself. Condolences to your family rest in peace, love you man and will miss you.

Say hello to JFK when you get there...I bet you two will have a lot to talk about...it was your best role, Cliff, and I thank you for all the wonderful films you made. You were one of the greats.

I met Mr. Robertson while he was filming "Brainstorm". A genuinely nice guy, unpretenious and friendly. Rest In Peace, your films will live on forever.

Deepest Sympathies to the Robertson family .Cliff was a great actor an brought a lot of talent to the big screen .

Tammy an family

Good Luck Bud,wherever you are! Your friend< Bud