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In Loving Memory Of
Kenneth Ferren "Bebop" Robertson
1954—2024-05-14
Life & Legacy
Kenneth Ferren "Bebop" Robertson
October 7, 1954 — May 14, 2024
Tooele
Kenneth Ferren “Bebop” Roberston (69) died tragically on May 14, 2024, looking forward to spending Mother’s Day weekend in Las Vegas with family.
Robertson was born October 7, 1954 in Heber, Utah. He grew up in Wendover, Utah developing a love for the outdoors. He was happiest hunting, fishing, and watching rodeo. His heaven on this earth was in the Grouse Creek mountains where he spent many a happy autumn with his favorite people chasing coyotes, tracking buck, and telling lies.
Kenny Robertson was The Boss all of his life. In high school, he led Wendover High to the Utah state championship in basketball. After high school he joined the army and was an MP while serving in Germany. After decades working and managing with US Mag, he managed all of Utah Recreation’s campgrounds in the Salt Lake area as a second career where he displayed his gift for leading and mentoring employees to be independent and becoming their best selves.
Kenny is survived by his loving wife Deborah Forbush Robertson and children, daughter Tina Robertson, son Daniel Robertson, daughter Melanie Holmes (Brandon), and daughter Torry Forbush Fowler (Kyle), and 16 grandchildren and many, many great-grandchildren. His surviving siblings are Lonna Anderson, Bonnie Murphy (Brad), Larry Robertson, Scott “Poncho” Robertson (Loretta), and surrogate siblings the Silva brothers.
Mr. Robertson was preceded in death by first wife Kellie Robertson, daughter Dusty Robertson-Olsen, parents Ferron Robertson and Betty Deon Carpenter, stepfather Wayne Watkins, and sister Daphyne Workman.
Ken was a formidable advocate and trusted advisor to his friends and children, but he loved nothing more than teasing his grandchildren, befriending strangers, and winning the occasional debate against his sister-in-law.
Kenny will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Now, he can spend his time giving Heaven some Hell.
A Memorial Service will be held at Deseret Peak Complex (2930 UT-112, Grantsville) at 11:00 am on June 1st, 2024. Burial will take place at the Tooele City Cemetery followed by a luncheon back at the Deseret Peak Complex.
October 7, 1954 — May 14, 2024
Tooele
Kenneth Ferren “Bebop” Roberston (69) died tragically on May 14, 2024, looking forward to spending Mother’s Day weekend in Las Vegas with family.
Robertson was born October 7, 1954 in Heber, Utah. He grew up in Wendover, Utah developing a love for the outdoors. He was happiest hunting, fishing, and watching rodeo. His heaven on this earth was in the Grouse Creek mountains where he spent many a happy autumn with his favorite people chasing coyotes, tracking buck, and telling lies.
Kenny Robertson was The Boss all of his life. In high school, he led Wendover High to the Utah state championship in basketball. After high school he joined the army and was an MP while serving in Germany. After decades working and managing with US Mag, he managed all of Utah Recreation’s campgrounds in the Salt Lake area as a second career where he displayed his gift for leading and mentoring employees to be independent and becoming their best selves.
Kenny is survived by his loving wife Deborah Forbush Robertson and children, daughter Tina Robertson, son Daniel Robertson, daughter Melanie Holmes (Brandon), and daughter Torry Forbush Fowler (Kyle), and 16 grandchildren and many, many great-grandchildren. His surviving siblings are Lonna Anderson, Bonnie Murphy (Brad), Larry Robertson, Scott “Poncho” Robertson (Loretta), and surrogate siblings the Silva brothers.
Mr. Robertson was preceded in death by first wife Kellie Robertson, daughter Dusty Robertson-Olsen, parents Ferron Robertson and Betty Deon Carpenter, stepfather Wayne Watkins, and sister Daphyne Workman.
Ken was a formidable advocate and trusted advisor to his friends and children, but he loved nothing more than teasing his grandchildren, befriending strangers, and winning the occasional debate against his sister-in-law.
Kenny will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Now, he can spend his time giving Heaven some Hell.
A Memorial Service will be held at Deseret Peak Complex (2930 UT-112, Grantsville) at 11:00 am on June 1st, 2024. Burial will take place at the Tooele City Cemetery followed by a luncheon back at the Deseret Peak Complex.
Memory Wall
In Honor & Remembrance
Tammy Hardy
Oct 18, 2024
Shauna G, Cindy M, Debbie S
Shauna G, Cindy M, Debbie S has purchased Eco-Friendly Memorial Trees for Kenneth Robertson
Jun 1, 2024
Rik and Liz Reed
Our condolences to the families. Ken will be greatly missed. Rest in peace my friend.
May 30, 2024
Mike Garbett
Love & will always miss you Bebop!!! Give heaven some hell will all meet together again, I miss you brother.
May 30, 2024
Judy A Anderson
Judy A Anderson has purchased Blooming Sympathy Garden for Kenneth Robertson
May 29, 2024
Jim and Patty Crawford. (Pat Julian)
Our Prayer’s , Condolences 💐, Sympathies to all of the families and friends of Ken. So sorry 😞 to hear 👂 about his passing. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻💐🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
May 29, 2024
Vista Recreation Utah
Vista Recreation Utah has purchased Blessed Patriot Spray for Kenneth Robertson
May 28, 2024
Ron and Kelly Thayer
Ron and Kelly Thayer has purchased Blessed Patriot Spray for Kenneth Robertson
May 25, 2024
Jacky & Tammy Price
Jacky & Tammy Price has purchased Cherished Moments - Blue for Kenneth Robertson
May 25, 2024
SCOTT DEGELBECK
I am saddened to hear of Ken’s passing. I enjoyed working with him for many years at US Magnesium.
May 23, 2024
Mike & Nola G
We so loved Ken and respected him. We will miss him. Sending you love Debbie.
May 22, 2024
Colleen Kelley
He was a great people person and manager. My granddaughter took this picture of him when she worked at Anderson Cove.
May 21, 2024
Angie and Mackenzi Richards
Angie and Mackenzi Richards has purchased peaceful for Kenneth Robertson
May 20, 2024
Love, Kathi and Guy Sheehan
Love, Kathi and Guy Sheehan has purchased Eco-Friendly Memorial Trees for Kenneth Robertson
May 20, 2024
Love, your best friend Ellen
Love, your best friend Ellen has purchased Designer's Choice for Kenneth Robertson
May 19, 2024
Tim and RaShawn Fowler
Tim and RaShawn Fowler has purchased Eco-Friendly Memorial Trees for Kenneth Robertson
May 19, 2024
Don prekler
I am glad I got to know ken he touched so many hearts he will be missed
May 18, 2024
Gary Elaine Dahlstrom
We Loved the Robertson family and time spent with, our condolences and prayers
May 18, 2024
Stacey Wright
Debbie, I am sending you love and prayers. I never met Kenny, but saw how happy you two were.
May 18, 2024
Junie Gay
Oh Debbie, my heart aches for you. I know how much you love Kenny. He was always so funny and congenial. I love you. You and all your family are in my prayers.
May 17, 2024