Robert Esty Robertson Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Robert Esty Robertson of Riverton, Illinois, who passed away on September 25, 2025 at the age of 84. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Robert may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
He was predeceased by: his parents, George R. Robertson and Margaret Robertson (Reynolds); and his brother Andy Robertson. He is survived by: his children, Jill Robertson of Riverton, George Robertson (Bridgette) of Buffalo, Doug Robertson (Lora Walters) of Sherman and Todd Robertson (Kaethe) of Springfield; his brother Tony Robertson of Sherman; and his pet Marty. He is also survived by nine grandchildren; nineteen great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 9th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:45 AM at the Staab Funeral Home - Sherman (2626 E Andrew Rd, Sherman, IL 62684). A masonic service will be held on Thursday, October 9th 2025 at 11:45 AM at the Staab Funeral Home – Sherman (2626 E Andrew Rd, Sherman, IL 62684). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 9th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the Staab Funeral Home - Sherman (2626 E Andrew Rd, Sherman, IL 62684).