George Roberts

George Roberts Jr., 71, of Danville, passed away Saturday, January 26, 2013, at his home. He was born February 7, 1941 in Danville to George and Sue (Herb) Roberts. George attended Danville Schools and was a member of the Masonic Temple for 47 years. He was an adamant Chicago Bears fan and avid race fan of the Indy 500. A visitation will be held from 9:00 to 11:00 am on Thursday, January 31, 2013 at Sunset Funeral Home with a Masonic service at 10:45 am. A Celebration of George's life will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, January 31, 2013 at the funeral home, officiated by Pastor Jim Blue. Burial will follow in Spring Hill Cemetery, Danville, IL. George is survived by three children, Susan Linn Roberts, of Westville, William Ray Roberts (Brenda Terrell) of Danville and James Albert Roberts (Mary Sanders) of Westville; Grandchildren, Jeff and Tabitha (Warren) Roberts of Danville, James Roberts Jr. (Candy Lewis) of Westville, Amy Roberts (Ron Robertson) of Georgetown and SPC Kayla Roberts; Great grandchildren, Drake Alexander Roberts of Westville and Carson David Roberts of Danville; two sisters, Jackie Roberts Ryan of Danville and Sandy Roberts (Stewart) Hutchison of Carmel, Indiana and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother and father.