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Patti Roberts Obituary

Patti Roberts, 66, passed over in a peaceful sleep on Thursday, April 21st, 2011. Patti was born in Orange County, California, to her parents, Merle & Evelyn Hapes, who also called Gulfport their home. Her father, Merle, was an accomplished football player, both in college, at Ole Miss, and later in the NFL with the New York Giants. In her youth, Patti moved quite often, and arrived in Gulfport her sophomore year, attending Gulfport High. After graduation, Patti attended Ole Miss on a majorette scholarship. She married and had 3 children; Scott, Chris, and Daniel Anderson. Patti traveled the world, living from the east coast to the west, and overseas in Bangkok, Thailand. In 1979 she relocated to Bossier City LA. In 1982 she attended her 20 yr class reunion, where she was reintroduced to her high school boyfriend, and love of her life, Ted Roberts. They married, and lived briefly in Dallas. Patti and Ted moved again, this time landing in Chicago. The cold winters became too much, and they flew south to the coastal home and friends they loved. Patti and Ted worked within the casino networks. Patti eventually joined the Beau Rivage casino in Biloxi, where she became Player's Club Manager for 8 years. In 2011 she received the award for Supervisor of the quarter. In Gulfport, Patti also renewed her lifelong love with horses, becoming an advocate for head injury patients involved in equestrian therapy. She loved her horses and boarded them at Victoria Farms, a stable that trains and competes in American Saddlebreds. Patti is preceded in death by her mother and father, and her younger brother, Michael Merle Hapes. She is survived by her husband and friend of a lifetime, Ted Roberts, her sister Toni Hapes Lunsford of Texas, her children; Scott, Chris, and Daniel Anderson, Todd and Troy Roberts, her daughter-in-law Susan and Tanya, and her 4 grandchildren; Lane Marie and Elyssa Roberts, and Jackson and Campbell Anderson.

Services will be held on Monday, April 25, 2011 at 2:00pm, at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Long Beach, where friends may visit one hour before the service. Interment will follow services at Evergreen Gardens, Gulfport. A private reception will be held at Victoria Farms. Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Home, 15th Street, in Gulfport is in charge of arrangements. View and sign an online register at www.bradfordokeefe.com

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Published by The Sun Herald on Apr. 23, 2011.

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CDR John Caraway, USNR

May 15, 2024

God Bless and repose in the arms of the lord.

I'm sure you have access to your horses in the after life. They have souls too.

CDR John Caraway, USNR

CDR John Caraway, USNR

January 10, 2021

I had a crush on Patti when I was 15 and she was 14. I met her had a scrub farm outside Gulfport where we both rode horseback ... English.

At the time ... I thought she was the love of my life. I still have two photographs of her which have been packed away.

I’ve often thought of Patti over the years.

The real love of my life died 13 years ago ... as is so often the case, the love of your life is often beyond one’s reach.

Such was the case with Kitt Lloyd ... the beautiful young nurse with the high check bones and flashing eyes.

Patti and Kitt shared one think in common ... the were the two most beautiful women I’ve ever known.

These are the reminiscence of a 78 year old man in very poor health b.. a decorated Vietnam ground combat veteran.

Kitt died at the age of 65 ... and Patti at 66

God Bless forall eternity in the arms of the lord.

John Caraway
CDR. USNR

Kenneth Key

July 10, 2011

I just learned of Patti's passing. What a classy lady. She is really gonna be missed. What a great friend. We were very lucky to have her in our lives.

Ron Sliga

July 8, 2011

I just recently learned of Patti's passing...my sincere condolences to her Family. I worked with Patti many years ago at Treasure Bay...and will never forget her infectious smile and upbeat attitude. May God grant her eternal rest...

Brooklyn Dodger with Patti Roberts

Bob & Carolyn Cloonan

June 15, 2011

Not a day goes by that we don't miss our friend. Found this in your "Patti R" file. You and Dodger, what a pair.

Tricia Schneider

June 11, 2011

Teddy, my thoughts are with you. Patti is the person who made me better.

Donna Moran Styron

April 26, 2011

Teddy and Family, Words cannot express the loss you and your family endured and our barn family. She was an angel here on earth and now in heaven. I will always miss her and a day will not go by that i will not think about the memories we shared. All of you are in my prayers.Love you, Donna

susan craig

April 26, 2011

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I was good friends with Patt's sister, Toni who I have not heard from in years. However, I grew up around the corner from the Hapes family and remember them all fondly. Susan Craig Shore

Bernice & George Waddell

April 26, 2011

Teddy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. You have a lot of wonderful memories, just keep them in your heart. If we can help in anyway please let us know.

Lenora Bilbo

April 26, 2011

Ted, I am so so sorry. I have thought about you and Patti very often since leaving the Magic and always with a smile when I thought of Patti. She was truly an amazing woman. You two shared a love that very few people ever experience. Keep the amazing memories in your heart. I know she will be deeply missed.

Margo Sowles

April 26, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with Patti's family at this sad time. She was a wonderful person and I am truly saddened by her passing. She will be greatly missed.

April 25, 2011

Teddy,
Mine & Kay's thoughts and prayers are for
you & Patti. All of us will miss her. If
you need anything call us.

Love,

David & Kay Shanks

Melissa Petersen

April 25, 2011

Ted - my thoughts and prayers are with you and Patti's family. She was a phenomenal person, and will be sorely missed. I regret being unable to attend her funeral service today.

Patti White

April 25, 2011

Patti taught me so much in the years I was her admin at Treasure Bay I hope she knew how much she inspired me and how much I respected her. I will always remember how she handled everything that came her way with grace and dignity....and an amazing smile! She was always so good to me, and was as much a friend as a "boss". My thoughts and prayers go out to Teddy and the family...she will always be in my heart.

Jodee McGill

April 25, 2011

It was truly a pleasure to have worked with Patti for the last few years. I knew her only a brief time but was touched by her sincerity and smile.
Rest in peace.

Kimmi

April 25, 2011

If everyone in this world was lucky enought to have a "PATTI", there would be alot happier people on this earth !! Gonna saddle up this weekend and ride for you my equine sister !!

Marilyn Bourque

April 25, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you

Jackie Rosener

April 25, 2011

Our prayers are with you. Patti is in Gods hands now and will forever be at peace and out of pain. Patti was truly a great person to all !!!

Pat Arthur

April 25, 2011

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you, Teddy and the Family. Patti will be Missed Terribly...God Bless you.

Pat and Gunny Arthur

April 25, 2011

Teddy:
I am saddened to learn of Patti's passing. She struggled for a long time, and now is in the arms of our Lord. She was beautiful, both inside and out, and I am happy to have had her as a classmate and friend.
Irene Byrd Comeaux

Ken Mimms

April 24, 2011

Our Prayers are with you Patti will be missed
Ken and Tracy Mimms

John Putman

April 24, 2011

Ted, Cathy and I express our deepest sympathy for your loss.
All the guys here at Los Rios do the same.
John & Cathy Putman, Plano

April 24, 2011

Ted,

Please accept our condolences. Patti and you were always so gracious while visiting in the Gulp Port area. Those memories will stay with us always. Because it is Easter we do believe in the resurrection of the sole may God bless you both and may God keep Patti in the palm of his hands.

Bob & Jeanne Carr McKinney, Texas

Linda & Clinton Necaise

April 23, 2011

Ted,

Linda and I want to express our sincere condolences. Patti was one of a kind and the most pleasant person I can remember. Linda has many fond memories of your high school years and I have developed some very fond ones in the short years I have known both you and Patti. There is no way to measure the loss to you but know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Phyllis King

April 23, 2011

Patti,

You have truly been the best inspiration, mentor, friend, and co worker. I will deeply miss our times together, miss your guidance, and most of all your friendship. We love you Patti.

Lynis McBride

April 23, 2011

I am very sad today because I heard of Patti's death. She was a beautiful, vibrant, stong woman and I admired her courage and determination. I was very blessed to have known her. I'm sorry for this great loss to your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

C. H. and Dian Locklin

April 23, 2011

Teddy,
Dian and I are saddened to hear about Patti. We send our heartfelt love and sympathy to you and your family. Although it has been numerous years since we last saw you guys, we do remember both of you. Her life touched many people and she will be missed. We pray God's presence will comfort you and your family during these days of grief. Hold on to your memories and celebrate Patti's life. Godspeed, my friend.

Terry Waldrop

April 23, 2011

Patti,
Heaven truly opened the gates for a beautiful lady. You were such a graceful and gentle person. I am glad to have become one of your friends and that you have touched my life in so many ways. I am going to miss us getting together at the barn with our buddies and our horses. I will always remember you telling me to get up on my horse and breathe and sing "Jesus Love Me". You are now at peace my buddie, no more pain. You will always be in my heart and will never be forgotten. I love you Patti.

Mark Mumley

April 23, 2011

Teddy & Family,

May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. Patti was a great women and friend to all who new her and she will live in our memories forever.

Cynthia Hebert

April 23, 2011

My sincere condolences to Patti's family. I didn't personally know her, but feel as though I did. Someone very close to my family has worked for Patti at the Beau for several years. She has talked about her so many times, and always in glowing terms. I, also, read the beautiful article on-line, in a local Biloxi magazine, detailing the Roberts' romantic story. She was most obviously a very special lady, and I hope your warm memories comfort you all, during this very painful time.

The Staff and Management of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Homes

April 23, 2011

We extend our sincere sympathy and value your trust during this time of remembrance and reflection. We pledge our support now and in the future.

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