Mr. Shirlie Roberson

Shirlie Roberson Cookeville Mr. Shirlie Edward Roberson, age 89 of Cookeville, passed away Sunday afternoon May 17, 2020 at Signature Health Care of Putnam County. Shirlie was born November 13, 1930 in Putnam County to the late B. D. Roberson and Anna Gragg Roberson. He was a member and former deacon at Cookeville First Baptist Church. He was a retired home builder and he formerly served with the TN National Guard. Shirlie enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing and camping. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Reba McKinley Roberson, who he married December 22, 1951 in Cookeville; daughter, Diane (Rick) Barker of Cookeville; grandchildren, Audra (Jacob) Law of Lafayette, TN and Terry (Courtney) Barker of Cookeville. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Terry Lynn Roberson; and sister, Juanita Railey. Family will receive friends Wednesday from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Cookeville Chapel of Hooper-Huddleston and Horner Funeral Home. Funeral services will begin at 1 p.m with Pastor Scott McKinney officiating. Due to Covid-19 precautions, limited seating and social distance measures will be observed. Interment with military honors will follow the service at Crest Lawn Cemetery. Hooper Huddleston and Horner Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. (931)526-6111 You may share your thoughts and memories at www.hhhfunerals.com.