Obituaries

Dennis E. Robertson

December 18th, 1947 – March 10th, 2022

Dennis E. “Skip” Robertson, 74, of Ipava, IL, passed away at 6:18 am on Thursday, March 10, 2022 at his home. He was born on Thursday, December 18, 1947 in Canton, IL, the son of Philip and Doris (Curless) Robertson. Dennis married Peggy Hackman on November 8, 1980 in Havana, IL. She survives.

Also surviving are his children, Nick (and Jenny) Robertson of Ipava, Robert (and Ricci) Easley of Marble Falls, TX, Trent (and Laurie) Robertson of Astoria, IL, Shawn Easley of Ipava, and Clark (and Crystal) Robertson of Tennessee, IL, his mother, Doris Robertson of Ipava, 19 grandchildren, Rikki, Ashley, Kylie, Ryan, Brittany, Sarah, Karah, Allysa, Madison, James, Deitrik, Alexa, Taylor, Thomas, Tanner, Tyanna, Bryton, Gabriel and Emma, 13 great-grandchildren, sister, Hila Phillips of Canton, IL, 3 brothers, Steve Robertson of Ipava, Chris (and Jan) Robertson of Avon, IL, and Allen (and Sheila) Hackman Robertson of Ipava, IL and many nieces and nephews.

Dennis was preceded in death by his father, Philip, nephew, Dalton Blakley, and great-nephew, Cole Posey.

Dennis served in the Vietnam War from 1968 to 1969. While serving in Vietnam, Dennis was a RTO who carried the radio for Lt. William Pray and 2 others. He was a part of the retaliation efforts after the Tet Offensive. After the war, Dennis served in the US Army Reserves, retiring after 20 years. He was known by his fellow reserves as “Pops”.

Dennis was a true patriot and the military was a major part of his life and very important to him. Because of this, Dennis took on several projects that honored his country and the Veterans that served it, including designing and helping build the Veteran Memorial in Ipava.

Dennis was a life long brick mason. He began by helping his dad build, including Western Illinois University buildings. He later became a bricklayer foreman for Stobeck Masonry for 8 years. He would go on to work as a foreman for Williams Brothers in Peoria for 17 years, retiring in 2006.

Dennis was member of the Ipava Masonic Lodge, Ipava American Legion Post #17, and the Havana VFW. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodcarving, and telling and writing stories. He also enjoyed tracking and watching birds, especially humming birds and purple martins. He would even build purple martin birdhouses and have them at his house. To his family and friends, he was known as the dog whisperer and could train any dog brought to him. He also bred and raised British labs. Dennis also was an avid Chicago Cubs fan, win or lose.

Services will be held at 2 pm on Monday, March 14, 2022 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Kevin Kessler will be officiating. A visitation will take place 1 hour prior to the service. Military rites will be provided by the Ipava American Legion and Masonic rites will be provided by the Ipava Masonic Lodge. Cremation rites will be accorded after the service. Memorials may be made to the Ipava American Legion Post #17. Following the service on Monday there will be a meal provided at the Ipava American Legion Post #17.

Condolences

March 11th, 2022

So sorry for your loss. Alan and Georgiana Clemens

March 11th, 2022

Sending Love and prayers 🙏 from Florida ❤️

March 12th, 2022

We are so sorry for your loss. Jodie & Robbin Kost

March 12th, 2022

So sorry for the family's loss. He was a super person and loved by many.

March 12th, 2022

So sorry for your loss. Mark and Cyndy..

March 12th, 2022

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with Denny’s Family. He was such a great guy and will be missed

March 12th, 2022

So very sorry to hear of Denny's passing. A really great guy.sending love and prayers. Jim & Cathy (Madtson) Paul

March 12th, 2022

So sorry a great friend and brother bricklayer you will be missed Dave Dunbar

March 12th, 2022

So so sorry ,Linda Derry and Family

March 12th, 2022

So very truely sorry.

March 12th, 2022

So sorry for your family.

March 12th, 2022

We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bob and Melba Baker

March 12th, 2022

So sorry for your family's loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Jim and Deb Park

March 12th, 2022

Thinking of all Denny’s family during this difficult time, he was one of the best.
Bob and Susie Bucher family

March 12th, 2022

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Daniel & Becky Hamm

March 12th, 2022

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Daniel & Becky Hamm

March 12th, 2022

So sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bill and Nancy Roddis

March 12th, 2022

So sorry for your loss. Condolences to all of the family.
Sandy Rawley Page

March 12th, 2022

So sorry to hear of Denny’s passing. Guy & Sheila Huston

March 12th, 2022

So sorry to hear and for your loss. 🙏 Marsha McCormick

March 12th, 2022

Condolences for the family,rest well brother we have the watch. Thank you for your service and your sacrifices for our freedom and our country.

March 12th, 2022

Peggy no words to tell you how very sorry we feel for you.sending love..prayers and hugs 🙏Bob and Rett

March 12th, 2022

So very sorry to hear of Denny's passing. Prayers to your family. Joyce Schisler Behymer and family

March 12th, 2022

So sorry to hear of your loss! Denny was a true friend! A very kind spirit! Loved by so many! It was a great honor that God put this man in front of me and I’m so thankful! RIP Denny! You made so many smile! Dan Feik

March 12th, 2022

The family of Dorothy Weaver send our heartfelt condolences. Our thoughts are with the family during this time of great sorrow.

March 12th, 2022

Rest in Eternal Peace Rakkasan. You served your country and Battle brothers with distinction. Prayers of comfort for your family. GBU

March 12th, 2022

So sorry Peggy n Family,Denny was one of a kind man,Heaven has gained a wonderful Angel,Mike n Sandy Richter.

March 12th, 2022

So sorry for your loss. Gabe loved his grandpa so and Maggie thought he was awesome. Know that he no longer is suffering and once again he is healthy and whole. Love, Mary Elaine Bader and Maggie

March 12th, 2022

We send the family and friends of Denny our sympathies. We are praying for you to feel Gods love and comfort during this difficult time. Rodney and Theresa Keefauver

March 12th, 2022

Peggy and family we are so very sorry to learn of Skip's passing. Peggy, you and I grew up in Havana. Skip sounds like an wonderful man and did so much for everyone. God Blessed you when you met & married Skip. Deepest sympathy to Everyone. Alvin & Lorenda Spilker.

March 12th, 2022

Sorry for your loss. John Waughtel

March 12th, 2022

Peggy and family's senging my condolences to everyone, Denny was like a brother to me. Gayle Stoklosa Benton,Arkansas

March 14th, 2022

So sorry for your loss! Keith & Christy Lehman

March 14th, 2022

So sorry for your loss. Randy really liked Denny and would talk if him often. Now they can talk in heaven. The family is in my thoughts and prayers. Judy Wilson.

March 15th, 2022

Sorry for your loss. We have two of his pups. We will miss keep him updated. He was a good man.

March 16th, 2022

Peggy so sorry for your loss. Sharon Miller

March 16th, 2022

Sorry for your loss.Patty Servis