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Calvin ROBERTS Obituary
Calvin was the fourth child born to the late John Wise Roberts Sr. and the late Redell Roberts. He was born in Dixie Hospital, Hampton, Va., on May 6, 1934. He was blessed to have parents who lived the life that exemplified Christian values and at an early age he joined Little Zion Baptist Church.
Calvin was educated in the Williamsburg/James City County Public Schools. He graduated from Bruton Height School in June of 1952. Upon joining the Air Force in 1955, he continued his education and was certified in Heat, Air Conditioning and Ventilation Technology. He received an Honorable Discharge from the Air Force in 1958.
During his working career, he was employed by Colonial Williamsburg as a HAV Technician and retired after 25 years of service. Following his retirement, he was employed at Eastern State Hospital in the same position and he retired again. His community service included: volunteering in the Food Ministry and technical maintenance up keep at his church. He was also a member of the Improved Benevolent, Protective Order of the Elks of the World, Inc., Old Capital Lodge Number 629, of Williamsburg, Va.
He is survived by a son, Dana Holloman; three sisters, Edna B. Roberts, Jacquelyn R. Gardner (Dennis), of Williamsburg, Va., and G. Delphine R. Driver, of Gloucester, Va.; three brothers, John W. Roberts Jr. (Alice) and Morris V. Roberts (Betsy), of Williamsburg, Va., and Elmer R. Roberts (Helen), of Leavenworth, Kansas. He also has many nieces, nephews, cousins and caring friends.
A service celebrating Calvin's life will be held at noon Thursday, June 24, 2010, in Little Zion Baptist Church, 8625 Pocahontas Trail, Williamsburg, Va. Interment with military honors will follow in the church cemetery. Family and friends will assemble at the church by 11:45 a.m. Thursday. A viewing will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 23, 2010, (tonight) in the funeral home.
Professional service entrusted to the staff of Whiting's Funeral Home, 7005 Pocahontas Trail Williamsburg, Va., 757-229-3011. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Wallace & Beulah Davis
June 29, 2010
Family of the Late Calvin Roberts,
We are the neighbors of Morris who would wave at Calvin when he came to visit his brother. We also would greet Calvin at Little Zion where he participated in the Home Meal Delivery Program. He was always smiling when we would see him.
We pray for your comfort at the loss of Calvin. May the fond memories and his legacy bring you peace.
Be encouraged and blessed.
Wilbert & Barbara Jones
June 24, 2010
To the Roberts Family. We are thinking of you and wishing there were words to express the sympathy that goes out to you today. Cab will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Karen Roberts
June 24, 2010
Cousin Calvin was always in our home as we grew up, alway encouraging us to do our best and to always keep our heads up as we go through life. He will be greatly missed. Karen Roberts
Deloris & Johnny Catlett
June 23, 2010
Praying the loving arms of God will hold you all extra close during this difficult time. May the Lord's presence strengthen you and give you peace. With Prayers and sympathy,
Dianne Moore Gilbert
June 23, 2010
To the Roberts Family, Cab will be missed, especially that infecteous smile. His way of making you feel at home was never short of perfect. Peace is now his. Be blessed as he rest in peace.
June 23, 2010
Dear Cab, I believe that somewhere you are watching and listening to us. I have such fond memories of our school years and adult life when we saw each other. I am answering again the question you frequently asked me, "What we gonna do, Brown?" Cab, I will remember you until we meet again and smile at your joy for living and your bright smile. Rest in peace, my friend.
Vivian Bland
phyllis harold-ely
June 23, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
June 23, 2010
To the Roberts' Family
Sending our deepest sympathy to the family. Cab and I grew up together in Williamsburg. I will truly miss seeing him when I come home.
Shirley Anne & William Thompson, Bloomfield, CT
Roger Brown
June 22, 2010
Cabby, you were like a big brother to me! Oh what a time we had enjoying life.
I'll miss you my friend.
Amanda Prescott
June 22, 2010
Mr. Roberts- you have always been one of my favorite people. I will never forget the way your smile could light up a room. Rest well, Mr. C.......we'll meet again one day......and heaven is a lot better than the Dr.'s office. - (from a CMA to her favorite patient)
Turner Clemons
June 21, 2010
So long Mr. Roberts, I knew you a long time, and you always had that beautiful smile on your face, rest in peace now, God knows best.
Turner Clemons, a friend.
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