He spent eight happy years of his childhood in Dallas, Texas, later returning to Atlanta, Georgia and ultimately settling in Marietta, Georgia. He attended North Fulton High School and Emory University.
He is survived by his wife of twenty years, Carolyn Hester Roberts, four step-children, who he loved very much, five beloved grandchildren and his brother, James Carl Roberts.
The family will receive friends on Thursday from 6 pm until 8 pm at West Cobb Funeral Home and Crematory, Marietta. Funeral Services will be held at 10 am on Friday in Chapel of West Cobb Funeral Home and Crematory with Pastor Bill Ross officiating. Interment will be at Kennesaw Memorial Park, Marietta.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Missions Response Fund at First Baptist Church Marietta, 148 Church Street, Marietta, GA 30060. Online guestbook available at www.westcobbfuneralhome.com.
Burial arrangements under the direction of Kennesaw Memorial Park.