Martha Sally Ann Robey's Obituary
Martha Sally Ann Robey, 99, of Casey, IL passed away at 5:55 p.m. on Saturday, February 27, 2010 at Heartland Manor Nursing Center, Casey, IL. Martha was born June 5, 1910, in Greenup, IL, the daughter of Fred and Lydia Kemper Carver. On December 26, 1925, in Eureka, KS, she married Oval Forest Robey. He passed away on October 4, 1968. Mrs. Robey is survived by two sons, Leonard Robey and wife Wanda of Greenup, IL and Dale Robey of Casey, IL, a sister, Olive Carlen of Greenup, IL, 6 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and 22 great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, 6 brothers, Ossie, Tom, Pete, Ezra, Dick and Wesley Carver, 3 sisters, Effie Brandenburg, Minnie Reeder and Goldie Neese, daughter in law, Lela Robey and 1 great grandson. Martha was a past employee of the Casey Shoe Company, a waitress, an Avon Cosmetic Representative and a homemaker. She was a member of the Casey United Methodist Church, Casey VFW Auxiliary and Order of Eastern Star where she was a Past Matron. She was often found in the kitchens of the Casey VFW and Casey Moose clubs making homemade noodle dinners. Her loving devotion as a mother and grandmother will remain as a cherished memory. She will always be remembered for her sweet smile and her unselfish giving nature. Funeral services for Martha Robey will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at Markwell Funeral Home, Casey, IL with Rev. Marvin Oakley officiating. Burial will follow in Harmony Cemetery, Greenup, IL. Visitation will be Wednesday, March 3, 2010 from 12:00 p.m. noon til 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home.. Memorial donations and contributions may be made to Casey VFW Post 5762 Building Fund, 300 S. Central Ave., Casey, IL 62420. Memorial tributes and condolences may be sent to the family at www.markwellfuneralhome.com. Markwell Funeral Home, Casey, IL is in charge of the arrangements. SERVICES Visitation Wednesday, March 03, 2010 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Markwell Funeral Home 200 N Central Ave Casey, IL 62420 Service Wednesday, March 03, 2010 2:00 PM Markwell Funeral Home 200 N Central Ave Casey, IL 62420
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