Wilson Daily Times, 19 May 1961.
William Roberson‘s obituary is especially notable for its reference to “Old” Rountree Cemetery. By 1961, Rountree, Odd Fellows, and Vick Cemeteries were overgrown and seldom-used, and Rest Haven was firmly established as the public cemetery for African-Americans in Wilson.
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In the 1930 census of Taylor township, Wilson County: Hoyet Robinson, 72; wife Lenorah, 55; and son William, 19.
In the 1940 census of Taylor township, Wilson County: Hart Roberson, 81; wife Leandora, 64; and son William, 29, farm laborer.
In 1940, William Robinson registered for the World War II draft in Wilson County. Per his death certificate, he was born 7 March 1911 in Wilson County; lived at R.F.D. #1, Wilson; his contact was mother Lenoria Robinson; and he worked for Selby Brewer.
William Roberson died 15 May 1961 in Taylor township, Wilson County. Per his death certificate, he was born 7 March 1912 in Wilson County to Hart Roberson and Leonora Atkinson; was married to Esther Roberson; worked as a farmer; and was buried in Rountree Cemetery. Lizzie Knight was informant.