Dorothy L. Robertson, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away early Wednesday morning, December 31, 2025 at Park Place Elder Living at the age of 104 years.
Mrs. Robertson, the former Dorothy Lilian Gholson, was born February 14, 1921 in the Richwoods area of rural Mount Pleasant. She was the daughter of Omer L. and Elsie C. (Ericson) Gholson. Dorothy graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School as a member of the Class of 1939. On November 17, 1942 in St. Louis, MO, Dorothy was united in marriage to Robert W. Mathews. Mr. Mathews died February 23, 1945 from injuries suffered in the Battle of Iwo Jima during World War II. At the time, Dorothy was expecting the birth of their daughter, who was born after her father’s death. Dorothy raised their daughter, Janet, on her own. On June 7, 1966 in Keokuk, Dorothy was united in marriage to Leland “Lee” Everett Robertson. Mr. Robertson died August 15, 1985 at Henry County Health Center in Mt. Pleasant.
Dorothy worked for Dr. Byron Hartley, MD and Dr. Dean Frisch, DDS. After her marriage to Lee, Dorothy worked at Ruth’s Fashions and Rodd’s Cards and Gifts.
Dorothy was a devoted member of First United Methodist Church. As Lee was an airplane pilot, she also obtained her pilot’s license after taking lessons from Raymond Breazeale. Lee and Dorothy spent many hours in the air. Dorothy even acquired the nickname “Flying Grandma”.
Those thankful for sharing in Dorothy’s life include a grandson – Scott Schurhammer of Wabasha, MN; nieces and nephews – Richard (Kellann Redhead) Aicher, Nancy Behner, Dean (Doris) Aicher, Ted (Kathy) Aicher, Sherri Leeper, Robert Gholson and Dennis (Jody) Gholson, and the families of all the nieces and nephews, and 2 step children – Lee (Lori) Robertson, Jr. of Oakville, and Lyn (Andy) Brader of Mediapolis.
In addition to her parents and husbands, Dorothy is preceded in death by her daughter, Janet K. Mathews Schurhammer (died January 1, 1998) and Janet’s husband, William Schurhammer, siblings and their spouses – Vera (Dale) Aicher, Martha (Red) Leeper, Edward (Blondie) Gholson and Edwin Gholson.
Friends may call from 9AM – 12Noon on Saturday, January 3rd at the First United Methodist Church, 309 North Main Street, Mount Pleasant. The family will be present to receive friends from 12 Noon to 1PM at the church. A funeral service for Dorothy will be held at 1PM on Saturday, January 3rd in the Chapel of First United Methodist Church. Burial will be in the Forest Home Cemetery, Mt. Pleasant.
Those considering an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to First United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be directed to www.kimzeyfh.com. The Kimzey Funeral Home, 213 North Main Street, Mount Pleasant, is honored to serve Dorothy’s family.
