In loving memory of Brother Larry Roberts. On November 22 1948, God sent one of his six gifts to the matrimonial couple- Willie B. Roberts and Alice Marie Lee-Roberts. Their first child, Larry Roberts, was born in Williamston, North Carolina and departed this life on January 03, 2021.
Larry accepted Christ as his Savior at an early age at Cedar Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Williamston. Later in life he became a member of Fifth Street Baptists Church in Richmond, Virginia.
Larry was an inspiration to his family relatives and friends. he had a great sense of humor, very pleasant and kind. He enjoyed life and it was a job to be in his humble sweet presence, especially during fine dining.
Larry was educated in the Martin County school system; upon graduation from E.J Hayes High School, he enlisted in the Air Force. Furthermore, he matriculated at Virginia Commonwealth University and received a Psychology Degree
He leaves to cherish his memories: his devoted parents; Willie B. Roberts and Alice Marie Roberts of Williamston NC; Siblings: Gregory (Naomi) Roberts of Williamston, Janet (Bernard) Yarborough of Durham NC; Stanley (Pamela) Roberts of Greenville, NC; grandchildren, Jasmine Symone Davis, Jacksonville, FL., Jordan Diondre Roberts, Columbia MO, special aunt and uncle Frances and William King Sr and his special friend Rosa Hinton-Biggs and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and special loved ones.
He was preceded in death by his late wife Larrietta Roberts. Two sibling preceded- Willie B Jones and Tommy Lee Roberts. Larry's son also preceded him in death, Anthony Tyrone Roberts.
He leaves to cherish fond memories: his grand; Jasmine Symone Davis, Jacksonville FL, Jordan Diondre Roberts, Columbia MO, cousins, nieces, nephews, relatives and special loved ones.
Private Funeral Service: Saturday, January 9 2020 1:00 PM at Mercedes Funeral Mansion, Biggs-Browns Chapel, Williamston. Professional services entrusted to Mercedes/ Funeral Mansion and Cremation Services of Williamston