Craig Lamont Robertson

Craig Lamont Robertson, 54, of Fairview Heights, IL passed away on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. Craig was born in Centralia, IL on August 21, 1971, to John Robertson Jr. and Lou V. Robertson, both of whom preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his mother-in-law, JoAnn Hahn.

Craig is survived by his wife Wendy; daughter, Malia; son, Ty; sisters, Pamela Robertson, Brenda Robertson, Johnnie (Byron) Crossland; father-in-law, Marvin Hahn; sisters-in-law, Tina O’Brien (Chris Hubble), Cathy (Joel) Roller; many nieces and nephews.

Craig graduated from Carlyle High School in 1989. He graduated from Milikin University in 1993 with a degree in graphic arts. He worked at the Decatur Herald & Review until he started his career at McKendree University in 1996.

Craig wore many hats during his career at McK, such as Resident Hall Director, Assistant Football Coach, Director of New Student Orientation and Intramural Sports and most recently, Director of Campus Activities. On a personal level, Craig served as a friend, mentor, leader and father figure to all who passed through McKendree. Craig also volunteered to coach many of his kids’ sports teams over the years, as well as Pontiac Jr. High softball.

Craig was a true animal lover, an avid sports fan and a Pittsburgh Steelers fanatic. He was a member of the Steel City Mafia Fan Club and his children’s biggest fan. Craig touched the lives of many students over his 29-year career at McKendree University. He often considered himself a “proud papa” to their accomplishments. He was a stranger to no one and loved by many.

Memorial donations in his honor may be made to Siteman Cancer Center.

Visitation: Sunday, September 28, 2025, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm, at Hettenhausen Auditorium, McKendree University, Lebanon, IL.

Funeral Service: Sunday, September 28, 2025, 4:00 pm, at Hettenhausen Auditorium, McKendree University, Lebanon, IL

Interment: College Hill Cemetery, Lebanon, IL.

Meridith Funeral Home, Lebanon, IL