Heyward Omer Robertson, lifelong resident of Hart County passed away Friday, May 27 peacefully at his home after a period of declining health.

Born August 8, l940, he was the son of the late Gilbert Arnold Robertson and Geneva Bennett Robertson. He was a graduate of Hart County High School and served his country in the Army National Guard. Heyward was a farmer from an early age and in later years owned a small engine and repair shop, On-Site Small Engines. He was also the former owner of The Wood Box in Hartwell and a bus driver for the Hart County School System. Heyward was a member of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church and was a former Deacon, Brotherhood Director, Usher and member of The Bible Seekers' Sunday School Class and Forever Young Group. He was a former member of the Lions and Optimist Clubs in Hartwell. He was known for his gift of gab, and never met a stranger. Often times you could find him stopped along the road or at his shop talking to anyone who had the time to visit. He was a devoted son, husband, father, Pop, and friend.

Left to cherish his memories are his wife of 55 years, Lynda Wilson Robertson; Daughter Ashley Lynn Robertson of Hartwell; and Kara Leigh Tiffany (Matt) of Athens.He is also survived by one grandson, Tyson Tiffany, the joy of his life; Brother-in-Law and his wife, Jimmy and Johnnie Wilson. In addition to his parents, Heyward is preceded in death by his step-father, William Stoyle; Aunt, Annie Robertson and niece, Janet Lisa Wilson.

The family will receive friends Tuesday, May 31, 2022 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Strickland Funeral Home, 305 Cleveland Avenue, Hartwell, GA. Other times they will be at the home.

A Celebration of Life will be held Wednesday, June l, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church with Rev. Jason Webb and Mr. Leslie Boles officiating. Graveside services will be in the Mt. Olivet Baptist Church Cemetery.

Flowers optional, memorials may be made to the Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, 2973 Mt Olivet Road, Hartwell GA 30643,

The Strickland Funeral Home of Hartwell is in charge of all arrangements.On-line condolences can be sent to the family at www.stricklandfh.com.