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'Larry'
Mr. Roberts, 68, passed away Sunday, December 18, 2011 at his home in Charlotte.
Born June 23, 1943 in Newton, NC, Mr. Roberts was a son of the late Lawrence McBride Roberts, Sr. and Avie Mae Dotson Roberts. He graduated from West Mecklenburg High School in 1961 and later attended Kings College as well as receiving an associates degree from CPCC. From 1962 to 1964, Mr. Roberts served in the U.S. Army.
He was presently employed as a greeter at the Eastway Drive WalMart and had spent his career as a sheet metal worker. Mr. Roberts had been a member of Grace Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and sang in the choir. He was currently a member of Hickory Grove Baptist Church.
Mr. Roberts' family includes his daughter, Laura-Lee Helms, her husband, Chris, and their son Chase; and his son, Neil Roberts, all of Charlotte; two sisters, Joyce Taylor and Sharon Upton, both of Concord; and his fiance, Kathy Estes Hilton of Waxhaw.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Geneie Roberts.
A service to celebrate Mr. Roberts' life will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 21st in the chapel of Forest Lawn West Funeral Home. Interment with military honors will follow in Forest Lawn West Cemetery. His family will receive friends at the funeral home for one hour prior to the service.
Condolences may be offered at www.forestlawnwest.com. Arrangements are in the care of Forest Lawn West Funeral & Cremation Service, 4601 Freedom Drive (704.395.0055).
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Amy McGee
December 20, 2011
So sorry to hear this news today. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers for strength, comfort and peace.
Jackie Geddings Hofmeister
December 20, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
December 20, 2011
Neal, Laura, Joyce Sharon and Kathy Our Love and prayers are with the Family. We are so sorry we can't be there but please know we loved Larry very much and have some great memories of him that we hold dear. Love you, Melton and Joan
David Wilson
December 20, 2011
Kathy and family - We are so sorry for your loss. We have you all in our prayers.
David, Tara, Parker and Levi Wilson
Janice(Annie) Geddings-Joyner
December 20, 2011
Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.
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