David Wayne Roberts, 65, of Jacksonville, IL passed away Saturday, March 2, 2024, at the home of his son.

He was born September 15, 1958, In Eldorado, the son of Victor Wayne and Hilary Beryl Mary (Norris) Roberts. He married Jane Gorda and together they had their three beloved sons.

He is survived by three sons, Timothy (Kelsie) Roberts of Chapin, Aaron (Kristen) Roberts of Anna, and Zachary (Lauryn) Roberts of Centralia; four grandchildren, Avery, Quinn, Lincoln, and Riggins Roberts; his stepmother, Carolyn Roberts of Taylorville; one brother, Brent (Jeannie) Roberts of Chattanooga, TN; one sister, Vicki (Jim) DuMontelle of St. Charles, MO; and his significant other, Jody Whited of Jacksonville. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his twin brother, Mark Roberts.

David was a 1976 graduate of Hillsboro High School, and then graduated from Blackburn College. He later obtained his Master's Degree from University of Illinois Springfield. He was a Social Studies teacher at Springfield Lanphier High School for nearly 30 years. David enjoyed gardening, traveling, golfing, and was a die-hard St. Louis Cardinals fan. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He was the proudest Dad and Papa. There was no greater joy in his life than watching his grandchildren in their sports and activities.

A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 8, 2024, at the Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Jacksonville. The family will meet friends from 10-11 a.m. prior to the service. Memorials are suggested to "Roberts Education Fund" in care of First National Bank of Arenzville for his grandchildren. Condolences may be left at buchanancody.com.