My name is Charlie Robertson and I am announcing my candidacy for the Stoddard County Coroner in the upcoming term.  My wife, Leslie, and I reside outside of Bloomfield where we have raised our children except for 7 and 1/2 years while I served away and abroad in the United States Army.  I have been back in the area since 1992.

As a Pastor of the Bible Tabernacle Church in Bloomfield, I serve God, His Church and its family.

As an Army Veteran, I have served my country proudly and honorably both on foreign and domestic soil.

If elected as your coroner, I look forward to serving the citizens of Stoddard County.  I truly believe, we were put on this earth to be our brother's keeper by taking care of each others' needs.

I have met many of you by serving and directing funeral services for your loved ones at Watkins and Sons Funeral Home and the same dedication and compassion showed while dong this will be the same action serving as your Coroner.

I am a pro-life Republican and a Bible believing Christian that believes we have a duty to protect all walks of life throughout our county.  All of us at one time have an appointment to face death.  Sometimes we fold our hands, close our eyes and pass from this life peacefully.  Others may pass from an illness, accident or sickness.  There are also some who pass without explanation, it seems at firs, and need a voice to speak for them when they cannot.  It is my belief that all need to be heard, and we have a duty to ensure that peace, answers and tranquility serves them as well.  We all should have a voice no matter what.

I am not running for this position for fame or self recognition - I do not require a "hey look at me mentality", but rather would like to continue to serve all of you.  I would appreciate your support.

I pray that God continues to bless and keep you.

Respectfully

Charlie Robertson