Mrs. Lefloria Robertson

Lefloria Robertson was born on August 8, 1934 in Pine Bluft Arkansas to Annie Mae and Chalmers McCormick. She was one of the millions of African Americans who made up the Great Migration, and moved to Wisconsin in search of better opportunities. Lefloria met the love of her life in Milwaukee, Willie Robertson, and went on to raise ten children and a host of nieces and nephews with him. Lefloria was determined in her pursuit of the American dream. With children in tow, she participated in Milwaukee's fair housing marches in 1967-68. She wanted a better life for her family, and was determined that her children would get a good education. She enrolled them in a superior school across town, even though the only way to get there was via public transportation. Her fortitude and herJersistence paid off and in 1970, she and Willie bought a house in a neighborhood with good schools. The new home, importantly, also had plenty of space for gardening. She was aptly named Lefloria-as she absolutely loved her plants and flowers. Roses. Geraniums. Tiger Lillies. Snapdragons. Marigolds. A rainbow of bright colors, inviting the admiration of friends and strangers. The bountiful vegetable garden served a different purpose. There were tomatoes, mustard greens, collards, and cucumbers. The zucchini grew so prolifically one summer, excess bushels were donated to those in need. The roots for helping and lifting others ran deep. She prepared and served food to children who flocked to a storefront mission church for a hearty meal and heart-felt love. Her decades of serving others extended well into her senior years, as she dutifully showed up to volunteer at Peace Lutheran Church's food pantry. Fellow volunteers and clients loved Mother Robertson, and she loved them back. Lefloria was blessed with a keen mind and a razor sharp wit. She had both a firecracker personality, and was deeply empathetic. She adored spending time with her grandchildren- and was equally tickled by their exploits and proud of their accomplishments. Lefloria always had room in her heart, and in her home. Tremendous Sunday dinners, with enough to serve any friend or relative who might stop by, were a staple. Acquaintances across the city yearned for her acclaimed macaroni and cheese. Top requested desserts included German chocolate pie, German chocolate cake, and those absolutely splendid sweet potato pies. Lefloria, too, was sweet-just as she was strong. She will be missed by those left to cherish her memory. Her loving and devoted children, Roosevelt (Nerixsa) Robertson, Ray Robertson, Brenda (Patrick) McCormack, Cheryl (Ronald) Ferrill, Vanessa Robertson, Portia (Joseph) Robertson Migas, will Robertson, Brittany Robertson and Morgan Robertson; Twenty-five grandchildren: Renee, Jennifer, Monique, Kathryn, Ann, Erica, Caroline, James, Gavin, Melissa, Mikaela, Shaklna, Shaniqua, Geena, Ray Jr., Chase, Cole, Chyanne, Chayla, Chayleigh, Chloe, phoenix, Kennedy, Olivia and Zain; Seven great-grandchildren: Jasemine, Tiana, Caleb, Oscar, Noelle, Vivienne, Na'vell, Nylon, Ava, Leo, Jonathan, Falon and Yara; Two siblings: Eleanor Daniel and Bessie Mae Price; A hosts of nieces and nephews, including Marie (Elvis) Gordon, Rickey (Brenda) Robertson, Tina (Wilbur) Hewing, Duane (Myra) Robertson, Joel Cannon and Linda Hill; A loving friend and caregiver, Janet Woolfolk. Lefloria Robertson was preceded in death by her husband Willie, her son Malcolm, siblings Creed, Ella, Freddie Mae, and her daughter-in-law Sue.

Mrs. Lefloria Robertson

August 8, 1934 - June 11, 2020