Mary Belle McKinley Robertson was born in Wichita Falls, Texas on November 17, 1928, the only child of Herbert E. McKinley and Oleta Goad McKinley. She passed away at home on Sunday, December 2, 2018 in Midland, Texas at the age of 90.She was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years Clifford Durwood Robertson, daughters, Janet Kay Martinez and Toni Ann Williams, and granddaughter, Shelly Ranee Hall.She is survived by son, Clifford H. Robertson (Francine) of Melissa, TX, daughter, Fonda J. Hall (Bobby) of Waukomis, OK, daughter, Rita R. Woods (Don) of Midland, TX; sons-in-law, Michael A. Martinez of San Antonio, TX and William Williams of Cape Elizabeth, ME; 14 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.Mary lived in various Texas towns throughout her childhood due to her father’s work in the oil field. She graduated from White Oak High School in Longview, TX and attended North Texas State University, where she met her husband. Throughout their marriage, Mary and Cliff lived in Odessa, TX, Columbus, TX, Hobbs, NM, and Lindsay, OK. After raising 5 children she worked in bookkeeping at the College of the Southwest in Hobbs, New Mexico. Following her husband’s death, she moved to Midland in 1992.Even though she was known to be a very quiet person, she had a great sense of humor and, to her delight, was constantly teased by her sons-in-law and grandkids. She was known for loving hot peppers and never met a donut she didn’t like. She loved bunko and the friends she made there.The family would like to thank caregivers, Tanyesha and Rashika from Crossland Care, for the special care they gave Mary in her last days. Many thanks to church family and friends for their prayers and support.A visitation will be held at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home on Thursday, December 13, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., followed by graveside services and burial in Robert Lee, Texas on Friday, December 14, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. at the Robert Lee Cemetery. Services will be officiated by Reverend James Robertson, Sr.Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences may be made at www.npwelch.com.,
