Creal Springs-Robert Lee Robertson, 80, passed away at 6:40 am on Thursday, July 18, 2013 at Parkway Manor Nursing Home surrounded by family.
Robert was born on April 23, 1933 in Johnson County to Audry and Gusta (Simmons) Robertson. He married Barbara Robertson on May 22, 1954. She preceded him in death on March 31, 2012.
Robert retired from LaFarge Cement Company as a General Foreman. He enjoyed farming.
Survivors include:
Five Children:
Pamela Jo and Harold Meyers of Bush
Mike and Karen Robertson of Goreville
Rhonda and Chris Boner of Marion
Lee Ann and Jonathan Cowfer of White House, TN
Mark D. and Shana Robertson of Creal Springs
Eight Grandchildren:
Melissa Robertson
Jason and Brittany Robertson
Brock Boner
Kegan Boner
Randy and Kaci Robertson
Rachel Robertson
Zachary Cowfer
Hannah Cowfer
Sisters:
Shirley and Melvin Powell
Wanda Lowery
Sister in law-Janet Robertson
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife and brother Virgil Robertson
Graveside services will be held on Sunday, July 28 at 9:30 am at County Line Cemetery in Creal Springs with the Rev. Kenny Blumenstock officiating. Family and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery. Blue Funeral Home in Marion is assisting the family with arrangements.
Memorials may be made to the cemetery and will be accepted at Blue Funeral Home/ PO Box 411/ Marion, IL 62959.