Name: Visitation for David Roberts
Start: 2015-01-14T19:00:00.000Z
End: 2015-01-14T20:00:00.000Z
Location: Forest Park Westheimer Funeral Home and Cemetery

David Earl Roberts
1959-2015
David Earl Roberts peacefully passed away on the morning of Thursday, January 8, 2015, in his home in West Houston. He was born February 26, 1959 in Houston to Lee Samuel Roberts and Edith Ross Roberts, being the youngest of two other children, Thomas Roberts and Pam Steen. He attended Memorial High School and Robert E. Lee High School and studied at the University of Houston. Soon after, he began to follow in his father's footsteps in the world of real estate by selling rental houses and doing construction build out jobs which led David to start up his own company, Roberts Construction, in 1984. Later on, he was inspired to expand his company to include real estate development in the West and North parts of Houston, renaming his company Roberts Development/Construction Inc. David enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, traveling the world, driving his Ferrari, and hunting at his ranch.
David is survived by his wife, Janis, his son, Blake, his sister, Pam Steen, her husband, John Steen, and their son Gates Steen and his wife Virginia; his brother, Thomas Roberts and his wife, Jennifer and their son Jason and his children. He is preceded in death by his father Lee S. Roberts and mother, Edith R. Roberts. We will all have a large place in our heart for Big Earl. Our hearts are broken.
The funeral services are to be held at 2:00 p. m. Wednesday, January 14, 2015, in the Chapel of Forest Park Westheimer Funeral Home, 12800 Westheimer Road. The visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, also in the chapel.
The interment will follow in Forest Park Westheimer Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions in David's name be sent to Citizens for Animal Protection (CAPS), 17555 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX, 77094, or to the Fisher House Foundation (FHF), 111 Rockville Pike, Suite 420, Rockville, MD, 20850.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Jan. 11, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for David Roberts

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36 Entries

DIANA R ALDERMAN and RICHIE ANDERSON

January 10, 2024

We think of Dave all of the time; his laugh, his love for his family and his enthusiastic energy. When I open wine with an electric wine opener I often think of Dave. He gave us this wonderful device many years ago; we have since updated and/or replaced it two times; wouldn't have it if it were not for Dave. He was a hoot; we miss him. Our best wishes, thoughts and prayers go out to Janis and Blake especially this February. Richie and Diana

David Palmer

January 15, 2023

Impossible 7years have gone by. We remember you with many smiles.

David and Leanna Palmer

January 5, 2021

David, we think of you so often and very much miss you. We know your family misses you too. You were such an inspiration to us. We so miss you David !

Yury Kurilin

February 20, 2015

David was great! he opened the world of industrial real estate for me. I'm sure i was his key Russian friend. i was hoping to be buying more buildings from hiim Yury Kurilin +1 281 658 4547

Allison G. Arnold

February 16, 2015

Dear Janis, I am so sorry to hear about David. You and your family are in my prayers. This is Catherine Arnold's sister,Gay, in Georgia. I just found out and will miss David. He had such a big heart and helped so many people, so I have no doubt he has treasure stored up in heaven. May the God of Peace be with you, comfort you and strengthen you all in Jesus name I pray. Amen.

Bobby Kolloway

January 27, 2015

I only knew David for about 3 yrs. but he touched my life in that short time as he did with many. He was one of the smartest men I have ever met. I will miss him greatly and the world is a lesser place without him.

Carey Johnson

January 20, 2015

Had the priviledge of working on a hunting vehicle for Mr. Roberts and enjoyed every minute of it. Great man with a very positive attitude and a fun outlook on life. May the Lord Bless you an keep you David.

Doug

January 16, 2015

Our prayers are with you so sorry for your loss . Please call on us if we can do anything for you . Our love and prayers Doug and Karen Evans

Avis Lindsay

January 14, 2015

Janis, Blake and family.
My love for David and the Roberts family is non-ending. Each of you are in my prayers. I know the Savior is holding each of you close. Feel the love always.

Mark and Ale Veltmann

January 14, 2015

Janis, The five of us have such fun memories of David. We have you and Blake in our prayers. Please accept our condolences, and just know that we here for you (just 2 doors down).

Randy Ozburn

January 14, 2015

Our hearts and prayers go out to Janis and Blake and the rest of David's family. We have lost a good friend. We will cherish his memory and all the good times we shared.
Randy & Athena

James Janus

January 14, 2015

Janice, my condolences for you and your son. David will be missed by all who knew him. He was just a pleasure to be around, will miss his big smile.

James Janus (Austin)

January 14, 2015

Janis, Blake, Pam and Tommy. So hard to understand the loss of a young man that had it all...I watched him grow up since he was a little boy...What a success story...Edith is embracing him now and they are watching over all of you...May his Memory be ETERNAL..
Love,
Conni and Johnny Fedigan

January 14, 2015

Dave you will be missed!! You always had such a great smile and ready to have fun with our group. Our sympathy goes out to your family. Farewell my friend!

Grady, Tammy and Grant Owens

Mark Michalk

January 14, 2015

Loss of a great man and friend

Gary Hervey

January 14, 2015

My sympathy goes out to your family. I always enjoyed your company and will cherish the few memories of you. Thank you for being my friend. I love you brother.

Courtney Lammert

January 13, 2015

David was such a generous person who was always smiling and loved to have a good time. We will miss him so much. The Roberts family is in our prayers.

Mike Arledge

January 13, 2015

David,

You were a true visionary. I am forever grateful for the opportunity to work and learn from you thru your many successful business endeavors. Your were shroud but fair and I will miss you. Take care buddy you will not be forgotten. My prayers are with you and your family.

Mike Arledge

January 13, 2015

Janice, what a great picture of David. He was such a positive person to be around. Loved his smile and his big hugs. May you remember all the wonderful trips you made together and all the great memories you made. May this somehow bring you peace. Know that friends and family want to help you with your grief. Love and prayers, Keith and Dennise Edwards

January 13, 2015

David, You had the kindest and gentlest heart. You made me feel like I was the only one in the room, you had a gift of making someone feel special. We cannot believe you are gone, you are missed. Rest in peace, my friend, we love you, Lars and Sarah Langerud

January 13, 2015

David, you were one of the kindest, gentlest souls I have ever known. You always made me feel like I was the only one in the room when visiting with you. Sarah and I love you and we will miss your big, contagious smile, rest in peace my friend. Sarah and Lars Langerud

January 12, 2015

Janice, we are all so sorry for your loss. You are in our hearts and prayers. Jeff, Kim , Samantha and Karlee Little

Russell Metcalfe

January 12, 2015

David, I am still in shock and disbelief. You were a good friend, great person and I have enjoyed working with you for the last 20 years. I will truly miss you man! My prayers are with Janis, Blake and your family. David, Rest in peace my good friend.

Avis Lindsay

January 12, 2015

David
I will never forget the parental love you shared with me. I will always remember the wonderful family times we all shared together.
God bless Janis and Blake and keep them in His Care.

Daniel and Kristy Dupuy

January 12, 2015

David, you were a good friend with a great heart. I've learned so much from you. I loved how easy going you were and your passion for life. You really knew how to enjoy yourself and all the people around you are better for knowing you. My prayers are with all of you.

Brett Hatfield

January 12, 2015

David, Kat and I enjoyed your company and friendship very much and are profoundly sad that we will not get to spend more time with you.
Rest in peace my friend.
Brett Hatfield

Jessica White

January 12, 2015

David. Your zest and energy for life will be missed greatly. You leave behind so many legacies, least of which is friends and loved ones who break into smiles when they think of you and all of your adventures. Rest in peace Big D! You are loved.

Mike, Jessica and Tyler White

January 12, 2015

David, you had a real zest for life. Your laughter was contagious and heard by many. You will truly be missed. We pray for Janis, Blake, family and friends during this sad time.

Drew & Kara Thompson

Jay & Kathie Femal

January 12, 2015

David you were truly a diamond in the ruff, unmistakable camaraderie & genuine love-respect that was constantly on display will be sorely missed!
One of the original good guys
God Speed young man!

Kim Lagunas

January 12, 2015

David, you will be so missed by so many! Thank you for the wonderful opportunity you gave Ed to work for you, he loved you so much and at a loss without you. You taught him so much about the business and he lived for it day and night. You were larger than life, my thoughts and prayers to Janis, Blake, Pam and Tommy and everyone else who was touched by you. God Speed, David!

David & Leanna Palmer

January 11, 2015

David, Dear Friend, we will miss you! You brought such joy to our lives it was an honor to know you and spend time with you! Our prayers are with Janis and Blake at this very difficult time.

January 11, 2015

David will be missed
Andy Franzen & Glenice Stuker

Richie and Diana Anderson/Alderman

January 11, 2015

Our hearts go out to Janis and Blake and their family in this very sad time. Dave was one of a kind and will be forever missed by all of knew him. Bottom line, he was simply a hoot and unbelievably full of life. God has taken him way too soon. We are fairly certain he will be in charge of a good time in Heaven. Richie and Diana

Suzanne Tucker

January 11, 2015

David was like part of my family and we will all miss him greatly. Over the many years we have many memories, laughter and a few tears. I will miss the occasional crank call I would receive from him when we had not talked in a while. David, your memory will be kept alive by those who loved you and will miss you greatly.
Love, Suzanne (your adopted little sister)

Al Webb

January 10, 2015

One could not ask for a better friend. Your passing is devastating but the memory of you will be lasting. Watching over us all now will be a full time job for you. Light our way and we will still feel your presence. I love you and miss you already.

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