Johnston City-Roberta Jean Heidlebaugh, 91, passed away at 12:01am on Friday, December 11, 2015 at Helia Healthcare in Energy.
Roberta was born on November 23, 1924 in Hamilton County to Robert and Eva May (Williams) Draper. She married John Heidlebaugh on October 26, 1941 in Mattoon. He preceded her in death on May 9, 1990.
Roberta was a member of McKinney Chapel Church and also attended Whiteash Baptist Church. She loved gardening and spending time with family and friends.
Survivors include:
Son-John R. Heidlebaugh (Darlene) of Marion
Daughters-Barbara Bowles (Paul) of Crab Orchard and Debbie Jack (Leroy Jr.) of Marion
Grandchildren:
John D. Heidlebaugh (Kim) of Johnston City
Kim Tripp (Steve) of Pittsburg
Jeff Heidlebaugh of Ina
John C. Heidlebaugh (Stacy) of Marion
Lori Porritt (Steve) of Pittsburg
Paul Bowles of Crab Orchard
Toby Jack of Marion
Heath Jack of Marion
Several great grandchildren
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; great grandchildren, Nicole Steh and Hunter Porritt; brothers, Russell Draper and Eugene Draper and sister, Wilma Lee Johnson
Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 14, 2015 at 1pm at McKinney Chapel Church with Rev. T.J. Gentry officiating. Burial will follow at McKinney Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will also be on Monday from 11am until the time of service at the church. Blue Funeral Home in Marion is assisting the family with arrangements.
For more information or to sign the memorial guest register, please visit bluefuneralhome.com