Pastor Billy M. Robertson

Pastor Billy M. Robertson, 82, of Rockford, IL went to be with his Lord and Savior, Sunday, June 28, 2015. Born Sept. 21, 1932 in Ramer, TN the son of Cletes and Nola Robertson. Served in the US Navy during the Korean War and married his first wife LaVern James in 1957, she preceded him in death in 1961. He was 29 years old at that time and trusted the Lord as his Savior asking forgiveness for his sins and for Jesus to come into his heart. He was called to preach the Gospel and from that time on he served the Lord with all his might. Billy married Priscilla Jones on November 3, 1967. In Feb. of 1973 with Jesus at his side, he became the founder and Pastor of Victory Baptist Church in Rockford, where he remained until his passing. His voice was strong, his message always having purpose and after 54 years the Lord called upon him to stand by his side. His interest included preaching, fishing, puzzles, hunting, being with his family and baseball. He was a devoted Pastor, Husband, Father and Papa and will be missed dearly every day. Survivors include his wife Priscilla, son, Joel (Denne) of Morris, IL; daughter, Connie (Mark) McCracken of Farson, WY; granddaughters, Aundrea and Natalie, grandson, Micah (Candice) and great grandchildren, Paxton and Payton; sisters, Betty Groom and Carolyn Roger) Ragle and brothers, JT (Pat) Robertson and Jim (Florence) Robertson many nieces, nephews and beloved friends. Preceded in death by his first wife and parents.
Funeral service Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at 10 a.m. at Victory Baptist Church, 7028 Rydberg Rd, Rockford, IL 61109 with Pastor Joel Robertson of Freedom Baptist Church, Morris, IL officiating. Visitation Tuesday, June 30 from 5-8 p.m. at Fitzgerald Funeral Home and Crematory, 1860 S. Mulford Rd. and continues Wednesday at Church from 9 a.m. until time of service. Interment will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, July 3 at Forks LaGrue Cemetery, DeWitt, Arkansas. In lieu of flowers memorials to the family for Missionary Projects. Express online condolences at: www.fitzgeraldfh.com