James Robertson

Obituaries

Wednesday, 25 August 2021 11:41

Mr. James “Jimmy” Steven Robertson, 70 of Scottsboro passed away at his home on Wednesday, August 18, 2021. Funeral services were held on Sunday, August 22, 2021 at Scottsboro Funeral Home with Pastor Mike Hulsey officiating. Burial followed at Cedar Hill Cemetery.
Having a love for journalism, Jimmy landed his first job in newspaper as a sports reporter for the Daily Sentinel while still in high school. His career with Southern/Hartman Newspapers spanned 37 years, publishing papers throughout central and east Texas. In 2005, he retired and headed back to Sweet Home Alabama, where he spent the last 16 years watching Alabama football, spoiling grandchildren and getting reacquainted with old friends.
Jimmy is survived by his daughter, Stacey Robertson; sons, Brett (Tricia) Robertson, Collin (Tabitha) Robertson; grandchildren, Chase “Lil’ Buddy” Miller, Evelyn “Eggo” Robertson; sister, Carolyn (Michael) Drain; niece, Christa (Scott) Drewry. He was preceded in death by his nephew, Bryan Drain; parents, James and Allie Ruth Robertson.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Diabetes Association.