Brian Scott Roberts

Brian Scott Roberts fell asleep in the Lord on evening of October 2, 2021, at age 43 after a long battle with MS. He will be laid to rest at Caballero Rivero Woodlawn South & Woodlawn Park Cemetery South in Kendall Florida, Section 32C with his Grandmother Verla and Grandfather Franklyne Ross.

Brian is survived by his family Mom, Brenda (Ross) Roberts, Dad, John G. Roberts, Brother, Michael Roberts, (Wife and Sister-in-Law) Laura (Benitez) Roberts, and Sister, Tiffany Roberts. His Aunt Janet (Roberts) Miller (Husband - Jack), Aunt Lori (Ross) Newell (Husband - Vince), and Uncle Stephen Ross (Wife - Cindy). His cousins Matthew Ross (Wife-Pamela), Debbie (Ross) Horton (Husband – Matthew), Samantha (McCrimmon) Radziewicz (Husband - Jeremy) & (Children – Jasper & Oliver) and Barnabas McCrimmon. Brian had a cousin who sadly preceded him in Death Jenna Miller, who is survived by her son Noel.

Brian was born March 4th, 1978, in Miami Florida to Brenda Sue (Ross) Roberts and John Gregory Roberts, their first child. Brian was also the first grandchild of John and Trudy Roberts who preceded him in death and Franklyne and Verla Ross who also preceded him in death. It was a joyful time in 1978 for first time parents, grandparents and Aunts and Uncles to welcome Brian into this world.

Brian shared a birthday with his Great Grandfather Walter Weingart of Salem, OH, Walter sent Brian a card that his mom has to this day. His great grandparents who preceded him in death were Ruth Vernon of Fairfax, VA, Walter, and Edna Weingart of Salem, OH and Howard and Margaret Ross of Miami, FL. Brian’s Great Uncle Wilson recalls at Brian’s birth, his father Howard, Brian’s great grandfather, saying you really feel old when your children become grandparents, referring to Franklyne and Verla Ross.

Brian would be joined with two siblings born to Brenda and John, Michael John born August 18th, 1979, and Tiffany Sue born January 12th, 1988. Michael married Laura (Benitez) Roberts on December 13th, 2014, who now live in Tallahassee, FL. Tiffany resides in Miami, Florida. Brian loved his family and would enjoy family get togethers. Michael and Tiffany have many wonderful stories and memories of Brian as they grew up together, Michael and Brian were not only brothers, but they were also best friends.

Brian had a large family, aunts, and uncles with many cousins as he led the way as the first grandchild on both sides of his family.

Brian attended schools in Miami, FL starting at Cypress Elementary, then Riviera Middle School and graduated from Southwest High School in 1996. Brian’s first car was a Honda Civic, and he was so excited about having wheels to get himself around. His first Job was at Burger King and interesting he would learn to speak fluid Spanish working there. He would also go to work at Kenny Rogers Roasters.

Brian was diagnosed with MS at the age of 19, he was having issues with his eyes seeing double vision and after many tests they would discover he had MS. As his mom (Brenda) said when they told her, she did not even know what MS was, she asked “what is that”?

The challenges Brian and his entire family would face were tremendous as they watched Brian’s health slowly deteriorate. Brian would eventually end up in a wheelchair and it was a sad day as they were not able to care for Brian at Home any longer as he needed more special attention.

Michael Recalls, (Brian’s Brother), One day outside of church I asked Brian if it was difficult to deal with the MS and how he handles it. Brian replied in a very positive way with “I know what’s wrong with me, you should find out what’s wrong with you.” That quote from Brian always resonated with me and does to this day.

Brian, in 2006 would move to a nursing home where they had the equipment to care for his physical needs. In 2008 Brian would move into Harmony at Greenbriar where he spent the remainder of his life. He had many special care takers over the years, yet one special nurse Leiya R. who was there when he moved in and was part of caring for Brian until his death.

Brian was so well loved and cared for by the wonderful staff at Harmony, the family could not be more grateful for their care. Brian would go in and out of the hospital at times as he faced many heath challenges.

His mind remained good for many of the years, and he seemed to be the one handling the challenge the best mentally. He always was so often upbeat, did not complain about the challenges he faced when you visited him.

He was always excited to have visitors, would love when he was brought a cheeseburger from McDonalds and loved his milkshakes. He enjoyed when the family came and fed him. His family was faithful visitors and his mom (Brenda) and sister (Tiffany) enjoyed their Saturday visits, bringing food and feeding him and hanging out. Tiffany would never get older than 11 in Brian’s mind, he and Tiffany would always debate her age when together. His grandfather (Franklyne) would faithfully visit him every Sunday and have a reading from the scriptures and communion. (Of course, a cheeseburger and milkshake)

During approximately the last 5 years of Brian’s life he was not able to communicate well or respond. This was challenging and very sad for the family and care takers as the disease would continue to cause his mind to deteriorate.

Brian, during his final days would end up in the hospital diagnosed with Covid-19. He would recover from that during his (7) week stay in the hospital; Brian had some infections they found as well. Treating him with antibiotics and finally cleared to return to Harmony, with great joy as he would go back to his home at Harmony where they knew Brian well. Leiya, Brian’s friend and nurse would faithfully check with Brenda (mom) as he was in the Hospital until his return on Friday October 1, 2021. Saturday evening the 2nd of October, Brian would go into cardiac

arrest and finally his battle was over, and he would fall asleep in the Lord.

Looking back, Brian was a shining light for us all as he handled the challenge, kept upbeat, and would always get you laughing and left you amazed at the way he faced this challenge. Many passionately prayed for his healing over the years, God decided this would remain Brian’s challenge until falling asleep.

We know God was with Brian through his life and Brian taught us all to face the challenges given with perseverance. Everyone who knew Brian and visited him have their own wonderful Brian memories. It was hard on his family and church family to see him in this condition. We wonder why often he faced this challenge and yet now we are comforted his pain is gone and is sleeping in the Lord. We look forward to seeing Brian walking and serving God in the Kingdom to come when he is called from the grave upon Jesus return to everlasting life.

Brian was a member of the Church of God of the Abrahamic Faith of Miami, FL. After years of attending Sunday School through the faithful dedication of his Mom and Dad bringing him weekly. He would eventually tell his grandfather he wanted to be in the promised Kingdom and so he took the steps to learn about the things concerning the Kingdom of God and the name of Jesus Christ more deeply. After a good confession of his faith Brian was baptized January 24th, 1993, by his grandfather Franklyne who taught him the lessons for baptism.

Brian believed in the promises God gave to Abraham of a land possession on this earth shared in Genesis 12:1-3. This promise was confirmed in Isaac and Jacob of a Kingdom to come on earth. God promised He would provide a Messiah who would be the greater son of David, Jesus the Christ. He believed as stated in Galatians 3:26-29 if he was baptized into Christ, then he would be Abraham’s seed and heirs according to the promise made to Abraham.

Brain believed that God would send Jesus back to this earth someday and as stated in Daniel 12, 1-3, that many faithful sleeping in the dust of the earth would rise to everlasting life.

Brain now sleeps waiting for the call of Jesus to come forth from the grave and looks forward to hearing those words as shared in Matthew 25:24; “Come you blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.”

Brian’s memorial service will be Saturday October 16th at 12:00 PM and Graveside at 1:00 PM. From 10:00 AM Until Noon prior to the service there will be time for visiting with the family and saying your goodbyes to Brian. Services will be Held at Caballero Rivero Funeral home at Woodlawn Park South 11655 SW 117 Ave Miami, FL 33186.

In lieu of flowers the family would ask you to please donate to Harmony Health, which cared for Brian for many years, below is the info to include with your donation.

Check Made out to: Harmony Health

Memo with or on Check: In memory of Brian Roberts

Mailing Address: 9820 N. Kendall Drive Miami, FL 33176