Robert Martin Kersey Obituary
In loving memory of Robert Martin Kersey in Charleston, South Carolina, who departed this world on January 31, 2026 at the age of 90. Robert leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Robert Martin Kersey to pay them a last tribute.
As Robert departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Robert. Though Robert may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Alice Louise Kersey (Meves) and Robert William Kersey; his former wife Priscilla Ann Kersey (McSwain); his son Marty Kersey; his stepson Jim Jansson; and his sisters, Ruth Revells (Kersey) and Judy Rogers (Kersey).
He is survived by: his wife Betty A James (Jansson); his daughter Becky Peraza (Freddy Peraza); his stepchildren, Bill (Tammy Jansson) and Jennifer Jansson; his brother-in-law Silas Clayton James; and his daughter-in-law Ruby Jansson (Sweaney).
