Corey A. Roberson, 49, of Donnellson, died on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, after an accident.
Mr. Roberson was born on Sept. 20, 1974, in Litchfield, to David Allen and Lori Ann (O’Dell) Roberson. He married Julie Ann Browder, at their homestead, on May 30, 2022.
He grew up in the area, attended the local schools, and graduated with the Greenville class of 1993. He went on to advance his education at the Ford Technical Center.
He worked for Ford Motor Company for 28 years, for dealerships near and far. He was a member of the Local District #9 International Association of Machinists and Aerospace.
Mr. Roberson had many varying interests; he was in the band, Hard Drive, restored old cars and tractors, built model airplanes and radio-controlled cars and put together a model steam engine tractor that he worked on, in one sitting, until it was completed. He was a fan of old school country and 70’s and 80’s rock. People who knew Mr. Roberson well describe him as a very serious, quiet, shy and considerate man. He was very tasked oriented, focused, loving and kind. He could tell a good story that was interesting and informative and could strike up a conversation with anyone at any time. He knew a little bit about everything, which kept his stories fascinating.
He was preceded in death by his father, Dave.
Mr. Roberson is survived by his mother, Lori Littrell of Lesterville, MO; wife, Julie (Browder) Roberson of Donnellson; children, Kristan (Ashley Wagner) Roberson of Litchfield, Ashley (Pedro) Ivery of Virginia Beach, VA, Shelby Lynn (James) Davis of Virginia Beach, VA, and Korey Anne Roberson of Sorento; stepson, Brenden (Dilan) Kennedy of Central Texas; and sister, Becky (Josh Bergman) Wheat of Lesterville, MO.
Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Tuesday, March 19, at Perfetti-Assalley Funeral Home, located at 201 S. Main St. in Sorento. Funeral will follow the visitation at noon, with the Rev. Rudy Elam officiating. Burial will be held at Sunnyside Cemetery in Sorento.
Memorials may be given at the funeral home, prior to the funeral, or mailed to the American Farm Heritage Museum (AFHM,) PO Box 606, Greenville, Illinois 62246, in lieu of flowers, plants, and other gifts.
The family has entrusted Perfetti-Assalley Funeral Homes with the ceremonies. Please visit www.assalleyfuneralhomes.com to share memories or offer condolences to the family.
