Norman C. Robertson (“Norm”), 86, died on January 3, 2026, in Grafton, VT, following a period of declining health. He spent the final days of a life well-lived in the comfort of his home, surrounded by the love and care of his family.

Norm was born September 30, 1939, in Ludlow, MA, son of the late William and Isabella (Lindsay) Robertson. The family later moved to Vermont, where Norm spent most of his youth in Grafton along with his brother, Gordon and sisters, Gela and Holly. He attended Leland and Gray Seminary in Townshend, VT, before serving as a photographer in the U.S. Navy. He was stationed in Washington, D.C., and abroad before returning to Vermont following his honorable discharge in 1963.

In September of 1967, he married Linda Joy Crawford at the Congregational Church in Grafton. The couple made their home in Cambridgeport and spent the next 58 years building a loving marriage and family that was obvious to all who knew them. Their example was deeply felt by their children, Beth and Craig.

Norm held a network of lifelong friends in his community that included childhood friends and their families. He had a natural ability to connect with almost everyone he met and seemed to collect friends wherever he went. No matter where he was, he could run into someone he knew.

He worked for Unified Data before operating the Village Printers in Bellows Falls. He and Linda worked side by side for 20 years until his retirement in 2008, often with the help of family. He also worked as a photographer, capturing countless weddings and events for local families.

He loved life and loved to laugh. It is impossible to remember Norm without thinking of his laugh, smile, and banter, but he was just as quick to listen with sincerity when you needed it. He liked to hunt, fish, and play baseball in his younger years, but golf was his favorite in his later years. Mostly he enjoyed the company of those he surrounded himself with—and the stories he could tell afterward.

He was a proud grandfather to Collin, McKade, Bree, and Joel, attending and photographing as many of their activities and events for as long as he could, and loving each of them for exactly who they are.

He served on the Grafton School Board, was a past active member of Grafton’s Fire Department, and member of B.P.O.E. in Bellows Falls. More recently he was a member of the Bellows Falls Country Club, Grafton Community Church, Grafton Historical Society and American Legion.

Norman is survived by his devoted wife, Linda; his children, Beth (Warren) Beattie and Craig (Heather) Robertson; and his sisters, Gela (Carl) Watson and Holly (Robert) Whitcomb. He is further survived by his grandchildren, Collin Robertson, McKade Beattie, Bree Beattie, and Joel Robertson, as well as many extended family members and friends. Norman was predeceased by his parents and his brother, Gordon.

A committal service and celebration of life will be planned for the spring.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Grafton Rescue Squad Inc, PO Box 54, Grafton, VT 05146, Grafton Community Church, PO Box 158, Grafton, VT 05146 or Grafton Cares, PO Box 134, Grafton, VT 05146.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Fenton and Hennessey Funeral Home, 55 Westminster Street, Bellows Falls, VT 05101.