James Francis Robertson

James Francis Robertson, 78 of Elgin, TX passed away on Friday November 21, 2014. James was born in Vivian, Louisiana on February 28, 1936 to Merritt and James Robertson. He graduated from Vivian High School and LSU with a degree in journalism, and was affectionately known to friends and family as Jim or Jimmy Frank.

Jim served in the US Air Force before attending LSU. After retiring from a successful career in journalism and public relations, he was able to pursue his passion for writing especially in the area of historical fiction. Although Jim was an avid LSU alumni and Boston Red Sox fan, his first loves were God and his family. Those around Jim enjoyed this man with a kind heart whose spirit was larger than life.

Jim was a loving husband, father, brother, son and friend to many. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Connie Robertson, sons Jim and wife Masako Robertson, Stephen and wife Holli Robertson, Matthew and wife Su Robertson, Quentin Rance and wife Celeste, David Robertson, John Robertson and eight grandchildren. He will also be missed by brothers Tommy and wife Nancy Robertson, Phil and wife Kay Robertson, Si and wife Christine Robertson, sister Jan and husband Gordon Dasher, sister-in-law Mary Robertson, and brother-in-law Jim Gimber and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

The funeral service will be held at 11 am on Tuesday, Nov 25, 2014 at Elgin Church of Christ, 703 N Avenue C, Elgin, TX 78621. Graveside service will be at Pleasant Grove Cemetery. Relatives and friends are welcome to attend the visitation from 6-8 PM on Monday, Nov 24, 2014 at Providence –Jones Family Funeral Home.