Dave Roberson
August 9, 1955 ~ October 14, 2023
Born in:
East St. Louis, Illinois
Resided in:
Donnellson, Illinois
Dave Roberson, 68, of Donnellson, passed away on Saturday, October 14, 2023, at his residence.
Dave was born August 9, 1955, in East St. Louis, the son of Claude and Helen (Fink) Roberson. He married Lori (O’Dell) Littrell on December 26, 1973, in Greenville. They later divorced but remained lifelong friends. Dave worked for many years for 7 Up in St. Louis, and then Eagle Zinc in Schramm City. In his retirement he owned and operated his own carpentry business, D & L Home Remodel.
Dave was carefree, happy-go-lucky, and always put his family first. He was a jack of all trades, but especially loved attending rodeos, horseback riding, boating, camping, and fishing. Dave was a member of the Sorento Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Claude L. “Sonny” Roberson, Jr., Edward Roberson, and Daniel Roberson.
Dave is survived by his children, Corey (wife, Julie) Roberson of Donnellson, and Becky (Joshua Bergman) Wheat of Lesterville, MO; grandchildren, Kristan Walker of Litchfield, Ashley (Pedro) Ivery of Virginia Beach, VA, Shelby Roberson of Virginia Beach, VA, and Korey Ann Roberson of Sorento; and great grandchildren, Kyleigh, Jase, Zoey, Ryder, Braden, and Pedro Jr.
Dave will be cremated, and a private graveside ceremony will be held at Sunnyside Cemetery in Sorento.
Memorial contributions may be made to: Bond County Humane Society, 2510 S. Elm St, Greenville, IL 62246, or American Cancer Society, PO Box 42040, Oklahoma City, OK 73123
The family has entrusted Perfetti-Assalley Funeral Home in Sorento with ceremonies.
Please visit www.assalleyfuneralhomes.com to share memories of Dave, or to offer condolences to his family.
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Charities
The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Dave Roberson 's name.
American Cancer Society
PO Box 42040
Oklahoma City,
OK
73123-3000
Bond County Humane Society
2510 S. Elm St.
Greenville,
IL
62246
Becky I am so sorry, you are in my thoughts and prayers honey….
My thoughts and prayers go out to you all! May God’s blessings of love peace and comfort flood over you during this time! It’s been a long time since I have seen David but I will always remember his qwerky humor and smile! Sending you all love and hugs!
So sorry for your loss
My deepest condolences to you all in this difficult, sad time.
I love you so much grandpa. I hope you know that!