Virgil Roberts

Virgil D. Roberts (April 13, 1922 –April 6, 2011) was an American farmer, train dispatcher, and Democratic politician from La Crosse County, Wisconsin. He was a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly for 22 years, representing La Crosse County from 1971 to 1985, and from 1987 to 1995.

Early life
Born in Mindoro, Wisconsin, Roberts was rejected for military service during World War II because of a heart defect.

Career
Roberts became interested in public service after taking a course at Winona State University. He later served on the local school board. Roberts worked as a train dispatcher and farmer. Later, Roberts served as a bank director.

From 1971 to 1985 and 1987 to 1993, Roberts served as a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly. He was an unsuccessful nominee for the Wisconsin State Senate in the 1984 election. Roberts was a Democrat.

Death
He died on April 6, 2011, in La Crosse, Wisconsin, one week before his 89th birthday.