Charles J. Roberts
September 24, 1942 ~ September 19, 2021
Charles J. Roberts, 78, of Taylorville, passed away on Sunday, September 19, 2021 at his residence.
Charlie was born September 24, 1942 in Taylorville, the son of Gerald and Dorothy (Huffman) Roberts. He graduated from Taylorville High School, and went on to proudly serve our country in the United States Navy. Charlie married Carole Ann Moe on April 29, 1966 at Davis Memorial Christian Church, and they have enjoyed 55 years of marriage.
Charlie worked for Allis Chalmers in Springfield, and was a part-time realtor while there. He then worked for Commonwealth Edison as a Shift Engineer, until his retirement in 1996. Charlie worked for Stonington FS for many years during his retirement. He was a former president on the Taylorville Lions Club, and a longtime member of Davis Memorial Christian Church. Charlie was an easy going, jokester, and committed to his family. In his youth he enjoyed riding motorcycles, and was a lifelong boating enthusiast. Charlie enjoyed flying remote controlled airplanes, and most of all, enjoyed being at the lake with his grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Richard M. Roberts.
Charlie is survived by his wife, Carole Roberts of Taylorville; children, Aaron (wife, Brenda) Roberts of Taylorville, and Catherine Roberts Kocurek of Taylorville; grandchildren, Adam Walton of Cleveland, TN, Markie Kocurek of Bossier City, LA, Hannah Roberts of Taylorville, and Haley Oller of Taylorville; great grandson, Dimitri Williamson; brother, Jerry (wife, Ida) Roberts of Fairbury; and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation and Funeral Ceremony: The family will receive guests from 10:00 a.m. until the time of ceremony at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 25, 2021 at Shafer-Perfetti & Assalley Funeral Home in Taylorville, with Pastor Bill Kerns officiating.
Interment with military honors will follow the ceremony at Oak Hill Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to: Davis Memorial Christian Church, 1500 W. Franklin Street, Taylorville, IL 62568, or the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675.
Please visit www.assalleyfuneralhomes.com to share memories of Charlie, or offer condolences to his family.
We want to extend our sincere sympathy to the family of our friend and neighbor, Chuck. He will be greatly missed. God’s blessings to all of you.
Charlie was a neighbor in Bertinetti since I was little. I remember he and Carol being very kind people. Very sorry for your loss.
Sorry for your loss, RIP Mr. Roberts
Aaron, your Dad was one of the best power plant bosses ever! He used to shake our hand and joke with us every morning before assigning us work- he was a great guy! My condolences to you and your family
To the Family of Charlie: Your in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. I am sure you have lots of good memories. I went all through school with him. Great friend and very funny. R.I.P. My Dear Friend
To Carole, Aaron, Cathy and family,
We’re so sad to hear of the passing of Charlie. Please accept our deepest condolences for the loss of your beloved husband and father. Charlie will be deeply missed.
God Bless, Ernie and Linda Irwin
Carole
We are so sorry for your loss, prays and thoughts are with you and your family. He will be missed.
Gary & Mimie Dunkirk