Bobby J. Roberts Sr.

Bobby J. Roberts Sr., 80, of White Hall passed away, Sept. 28, 2017. He was born Aug. 7, 1937, to the late Robert Lee Roberts and Maxine Bowlin. After 37 years of service, Bobby retired from International Paper where he worked in finishing and shipping. Nicknamed "BR549", he served as president of the Local Union 1731. In addition to his parents, Bobby was preceded in death by his daughter, Patricia Anderson; one brother, Olen Akines. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Harriet Ann Honsinger Roberts; son, Bobby James Roberts Jr. (Angela); daughters, Beth Michael, and Carla LeGros; son-in-law, Gil Anderson; grandchildren; Jason Michael (Brenda), Samantha Michael, Justin Roberts (Libby), Derek Roberts (Jessica), Dusty Anderson (Anjuli), Sam Anderson (Hannah), Susan LeGros and Josh LeGros; nine great-grandchildren; brothers, Dugan Roberts, Troy Roberts, and Arlie Akines; sister, Susan Schrek; numerous other family members and friends. Services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday Oct. 3, 2017, at Ralph Robinson and Son, with visitation beginnings at 1 p.m. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Online condolences: www.ralphrobinsonandson.com.