Introduction
Jase Robertson Delivers Moving Tribute, Reflects on His Father Phil Robertson’s Final Words and Legacy of Faith
At the private funeral of Phil Robertson — the beloved patriarch, founder of Duck Commander, and heart of the Robertson family — his son Jase Robertson delivered a deeply emotional and heartfelt speech that left the room silent in reverence.
Jase began with a touch of his trademark unintentional humor — something his father lovingly teased him about. “Dad always said I was only funny when I wasn’t trying to be,” he said. But soon, he led everyone on a powerful journey through stories of love, faith, and legacy.
He recalled a poignant moment with two of his young grandchildren. One asked, “Phil’s in heaven, right?” And with a simple “Yep,” Jase affirmed the foundation of their faith. That one-word answer echoed throughout the speech, reinforcing the comforting truth that for those in Christ, death is not the end — it’s the beginning of forever.
Jase spoke of decades spent hunting ducks alongside his father — not just for sport, but as a space for honest conversations about life, sin, and redemption. “My dad didn’t just believe in Jesus — he lived it,” Jase said. “He never lost the thrill of the Gospel story.”
He told the audience that Phil Robertson had truly died at 28 — the moment he buried his old self and gave his life to Christ. “From that moment on, he wasn’t just a new man,” Jase said, “he was on a mission — to get his family back through Jesus.”
In his closing words, Jase reminded listeners that Phil’s greatest goal was to see his family together in eternity. “If you’re not ready to meet your Maker, let this moment be the one that changes you,” he urged. “Because the story of Jesus isn’t just worth believing — it’s worth living.”
Phil may have passed on from this life, but his faith, his impact, and his voice will echo for generations to come. The man who once taught the world how to call ducks, ultimately taught his family how to call on God.