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Jerry Dale Robertson, 87, of Clifty; passed away Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at home surrounded by family and friends. He was born Monday, December 30, 1935, at Clifty; to Elmer Lee and Lois Melissa Metcalf Robertson. Jerry married Karen Kay Neff on Friday, July 11, 1958, at Wichita, Kansas; and together they were parents to three children. He was a dedicated farmer and one of the founding members of the Clifty Volunteer Fire Department. Jerry had a deep passion for shooting and collecting firearms, and he held a lifetime membership with the National Rifle Association. In his leisure time, he found solace in the joys of hunting and fishing. An excellent neighbor, he possessed the remarkable ability to fix just about anything. Jerry's strong work ethic was unwavering, as he diligently provided for his beloved family. He also took great pride in the family farm, a cherished legacy established by his ancestors in 1883. Jerry was preceded in death by his wife, Karen Robertson; his parents, Elmer and Lois Robertson; and one brother, Joe Robertson. He is survived by his two sons and daughters-in-law, Ken and Cathy Robertson, of Tontitown; and Elmer and Kenzie Robertson, of Clifty; one daughter, Linda Althuisius, of Clifty; six grandchildren Benjamin and Laura Althuisius, Brock Robertson, Quinn Robertson, Connor and Danielle Robertson, Lynnlee Robertson and Alex Robertson, and four great-grandchildren, Blake, Hunter, and Parker Althuisius and Bennett Robertson. Jerry is also survived by one brother and sister-in-law, Jack and Barbara Robertson, of Huntsville. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM-2:00 PM, Monday, November 6, 2023, at the Clifty Cemetery. Graveside services will begin at 2:00 PM, with Larry Combs officiating. Pallbearers will be Brock, Quinn, Connor Robertson, Gooch Butler, Ben, Blake, Hunter, and Parker Althuisius. Honorary pallbearers will be the Clifty Fire Department. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Jerry's name may be made to the Clifty Volunteer Fire Department or the Clifty Cemetery, both via mail at 790 Madison 8270, Huntsville, AR 72740. Services are entrusted to Brashears Funeral Home and Crematory of Huntsville

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Jerry Robertson

December 30, 1935 - October 31, 2023