Gary Robin Roberts, 70, of Morganton, NC, passed away Thursday, February 22, 2024 after an extended illness.
Born in Philadelphia, PA on July 31, 1953, he was the son of the late Ulysses Roberts and Lucille Foster Roberts.
Gary was a member of Burkemont Baptist Church, and he loved his church family and singing in the choir. Mr. Roberts proudly served in the US Army. He worked for Focus Behavioral Health Services as their IT Technician for many years. Gary enjoyed music and watching football (especially the Dallas Cowboys), and he loved spending time with his family.
A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and father-in-law, Mr. Roberts is survived by his wife, Linda “Lynn” Burris Roberts; daughters, Misty Roberts and Laura Roberts Ballard (Brian); grandchildren, Haven and Bo Ballard; sister, Debra Roberts Gibbs (Harry); and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.
In addition to his parents, Gary was preceded in death by a sister, Linda Head; and brother-in-law, Danny Head.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m., Thursday, February 29, 2024 at Burkemont Baptist Church. The funeral will be held at 3 p.m. in the church with Revs. Dr. Eddy Bunton and Dr. Luke Lane officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery with military honors provided by the NC National Guard and the Caldwell County Veterans Honor Guard. The service will be live-streamed by the church on the church website or Facebook page.
Flowers are appreciated, but memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Brian and Laura, you have our deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Our hearts go out to your family in the loss of Gary. He was such a good man…loyal, faithful, dedicated and loving. He always had a smile and a warm welcome for others. May God give you comfort as you cherish precious memories you made together.
Sympathy and Prayers to the family. It was a joy to work with you at WYI (High Rise). His kindness and thoroughness were trademarks of who he was. I still have some of the tapes he made for me. Bill and I were blessed to have him as part of our team.
I knew Gary for 40 years. I always thought he was a great husband and father. Lynn is my BFF for 58 years. I have you and your children in my thoughts and prayers. I know I will see Gary again in Heaven.
Lynn is my BFF and I was happy as could be when you found each other. You have been such a great husband and father. We can't always understand the paths our lives turn down, but you walked that path with dignity and grace. I've never seen anyone be so sick but still work to provide for Lynn. You have went on to your heavenly reward and your remaining loved ones will join you one day, me too. Rest in the arms of God Gary.
Lynn and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May God give you and your family comfort and peace during this difficult time. In my thoughts and prayers. Joyce McCall
Lynn and family, I pray for peace and healing during this time. We have an awesome God and he will take care of you. I got to know Mr Roberts during all the times he would bring Lynn to get her hair done. He was a caring and devoted husband and father. I witnessed that each time he patiently brought Lynn to my salon. Rest in peace Mr Roberts. You will be missed.
There are so many things I could say about Gary. He was a wonderful husband, father, brother, and most of all the best Pap to his precious grandchildren!!!! He was the kindest man. He made this world a better place. I do not understand Gods plans sometimes but I know God is the Ultimate and He makes no mistakes. Gary, from the moment I met him, has always treated me and my son like his own family. For the longest time my son, Logan, thought they were his grandparents too. I mentioned this to Lynn and she laughed and said “we would be honored to be his grandparents” This family is like no other family I have ever met in my 50 years on earth. I am so blessed to be a part of their lives and even more blessed to have had Gary love us like he did. I know he is pain free now and in perfect health but I can tell you that we here on earth are completely heartbroken. We love you Gary and I look forward to the day that we are all together again. You will forever be missed and not one day will go by that you are not thought about and missed deeply.
Please except my sincere condolences.. Prayers for your family.