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Forest Legend's Last Wish: Ashes to Join Daughter
5 Mar
Summary
- John Robertson's estate valued at £168,348 was left to his wife and daughter.
- He requested his ashes be buried or scattered with his late daughter, Jessica.
- Robertson was a two-time European Cup winner with Nottingham Forest.
The final wishes of Nottingham Forest icon John Robertson, a celebrated two-time European Cup winner, have been revealed following his passing on Christmas Day 2025 at the age of 72. His estate, valued at £168,348, has been bequeathed to his wife and living daughter.
Robertson's will detailed a deeply personal request for his ashes to be buried or scattered alongside his late daughter, Jessica, who passed away in 1996. This poignant desire underscores a profound familial connection.
A key figure in Nottingham Forest's historic back-to-back European Cup victories in 1979 and 1980, Robertson's on-field achievements were immense. He also secured a First Division title and represented Scotland 28 times, famously scoring the winning penalty against England in 1981.
After his playing career, Robertson transitioned into coaching, holding assistant roles at several prominent clubs. He leaves behind his wife Sharyl, daughter Elizabeth, two sons, and two granddaughters.
