James A. Robertson

James Alexander Robertson, United States Marine Corps Veteran, passed away on May 11, 2023.  Devoted Father of Alia, Kaylee and Zelda.  Loving Son of Carl and Karen Robertson.  Fond Grandson of the late Patricia and the late Alexander Wolfe & the late James and the late Marcell Robertson.  Beloved Nephew of the late Judy (John) Kennedy, Carol (the late Dennis Thiesen) Wolfe and Tina (Tim West) Wolfe.  Loving Significant Other of Tammy Gregg.  James has a host of Cousins and Friends. 

James graduated from Proviso West High School in Hillside, Illinois in 2001.  After serving in the United States Marine Corps, he worked as a security guard at Westlake Hospital and had volunteered in Bellwood, Illinois in emergency management. James had many interests. He was the head of the Winnebago County Ghostbusters and was involved in parades and charity events. He was also a gamer and enjoyed playing Dungeons and Dragons and Warhammer. James was a full-time Dad to his girls and enjoyed being “Mr. Mom”. His daughters were his world and he lit up whenever he was around them. He also loved animals and had a small farm in their home. They have 3 dogs, 8 cats, 3 ferrets and 1 snake. Many rescues have come and gone over the years in the Robertson home.

Family and Friends are to gather for the Memorial Visitation on Friday, June 9, 2023 from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. at Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside, Illinois 60162 (Located between Mannheim & Wolf Road). Chapel Service of Christian Burial to be celebrated promptly at 11:00 A.M.  For additional information please call (708) 449-5300. 

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