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Daryl Wayne Roberts

1956 - 2007

BORN

1956

DIED

2007

Daryl Roberts Obituary

Daryl Wayne Roberts
10/25/1956 - 2/13/2007
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A celebration of life will be held at Mt. Pleasant Hall in Lincoln, on Sunday February 18, 2007 at 12:30 p.m. Friends please join us to enjoy many memories and to share your stories.
Daryl was born on October 25, 1956 in San Luis Obispo. He was a 1974 graduate of Nevada Union High School and served in the United States Navy from 1975 to 1979. He was the owner of Roberts Excavating in Auburn.
He was a loving father, and known for his quick wit and many friends throughout his life. He was loved by all and will be missed.
He is survived by his loving daughter Allie McKenzie Roberts of Auburn, his mother Marge Roberts of Rocklin, father Dave Roberts of Oregon, siblings; Sheryl Roberts of Virginia, Alan and wife Beverly Roberts of Auburn, Terri Smith and husband Lonnie of New Mexico, Troy Roberts of Vacaville, Gail Lettington and husband Mike of Woodland, and Randy Roberts and wife Kim of Cameron Park, uncle to Nicole Cracchiolo and spouse Tony, Megan Osborn, Travis Roberts, Chelsea Roberts, Spencer Roberts, Braden Roberts and Kaity Roberts.

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Published by Gold Country Media Newspapers on Feb. 16, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Daryl Roberts

83 Entries

April 15, 2008

DW & Allie

April 15, 2008

Terri Smith

February 24, 2008

I wish all our aching hearts, as Daryl's loved ones and friends, a measure of comfort and peace.

With love, Terri

randy roberts

February 22, 2008

Daryl;
I think about you everyday.
We loved the sme things..
Now, when I turn a fast lap on my bike
I wish you were there to see....
when I crack a joke..
I await your snappy comeback.
when I run equipment..
I wonder if you could do it better.
I love my family as you love Allie
You've shown me that life is fleeting.
A part of me is gone with you but a part of you will always be here with me.
thankyou for your generous sense of humor.
I miss you bro.
Randy

Dave Roberts

February 20, 2008

Daryl it's been one whole year

Since we gathered in that hall,

To reminisce about who you were,

And what you meant to one and all.

We spoke of funny things you did,

And it's not an idle rumor

That although there were tears shed that day

That hall just rocked with humor.

You surely couldn't have realized

Just how many lives you touched,

And for all the good times and the laughter

We thank you very much.

We were all so proud of you

And of what you had become.

Through hard work and honesty

Life's battles you had won.

We were blessed to have you in our lives

Although for far too brief a time,

And when you suddenly went away

It felt just like a crime.

We're not mad at you for leaving us

Which really is quite odd,

But we have come to realize

That you were on loan to us from God.

I think God looked down upon us and said,

" The world needs more happiness and cheer,

So I'm going to send Daryl down

For as long as I can spare him from up here."

And so it was that Daryl came,

Full of laughter, and a joyous smile upon his face.

And as any of his family or friends can attest

He sure did brighten up the place.

He enriched all our lives

And he turned dull living into fun.

But then God called him home,

Saying, 'Well done!! my child, well done !!."

Someday in the future

We'll hold our family reunion away up there,

And the Roberts' Family Circle will again be complete.

No longer will there be, .... that one empty chair.

We Love you Daryl

Pop

marilyn & bob leveskis

February 15, 2008

Dear Daryl,
It's been a year since Bob and I have talked to you. We miss you much. You were always so much fun and Bob misses you calling him "Jenkins"!
Take Care Daryl and Take Care Daryl's family. Bob and I think of all Daryl's family always.

Gail Lettington

February 14, 2008

To my dear brother,
Today is the one-year anniversay of your passing. (I just read what Troy wrote and I sit here crying as though no time has passed since we heard the news.) I MISS YOU! Love, Your little sister

Troy Roberts

February 12, 2008

DW
It's been a year now since you left us.I read a poem the other day that made me sad because you're gone and there will never be someone quite so full of life and energy. It's as follows:
God saw you getting tired
and relief was not to be
So he put his arms around you
and whispered "come with me".
With tearful eyes we watched you suffer
and saw you fade away
Although we couldn't bear to lose you,
we could not ask you to stay.
A golden heart stopped beating,
hard working hands laid to rest
God broke our hearts to prove to us
he only takes the best.
As father, son, uncle, brother and friend
We all were surely blessed.

We all love and miss you.
Troy

marilyn leveskis

November 5, 2007

To the family of Daryl Roberts,
I saw the picture in the Auburn journal. Great pic of Daryl.
Daryl, you had your birthday. Only a few days before Bob's birthday.
Wishing you the best of spirit and giving you the life to comfort.
Be safe Daryl and be fun. As you are the only sun.
Love to you our dear friend.
Happy Birthday
You are our best friend.

Peter Hund

October 26, 2007

I'M A DAY LATE, BUT HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DARYL. THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES. IT SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY WE WERE IN MR. JANICOT'S 7TH-GRADE CLASS AT PLEASANT RIDGE. ON YOUR BIRTHDAY IN 1968, "ROWAN AND MARTIN'S LAUGH-IN" WAS THE HOT SHOW ON TV, THE BEATLES' "HEY JUDE/REVOLUTION" WAS THE HOTTEST 45 AND STEVE MCQUEEN WAS RACING THROUGH THE STREETS OF SAN FRANCISCO IN "BULLITT." I MISS YOU, BUD.

Lisa Froling

October 26, 2007

Gregg and I think of you often!! Happy Birthday, Darryl.

Michael Lambert

October 25, 2007

Daryl, Happy birthday Buddy. I think of you often. The thought of you always makes me smile. Hello to all the members of your family. God Bless You All.

T. Rob

October 25, 2007

It's a warm and glorious golden-leaf Fall day in New Mexico - a perfect day for your Birthday, D.W. Lonnie had a dream about you last night. He had the certificate you got in the Navy when you crossed the Equator matted and framed and it looks great. I bet you partied that day, Polywog! In his dream last night you asked him "when are you going to hang that up?". Well, Lonnie just called me and said it's now hung in the dining room where we can look at it every day.
It was nice of Aunt Gail and Uncle Mike to bring you with them to Balboa over Labor Day. I'm sure you enjoyed the first class trip on Aloha Airlines drinking Mai Tai's with your little sister. Even luckier still, you got a free trip to NM with Uncle Reemus and Uncle Lonnie after the holiday weekend. I sure enjoyed your company in Golden Gate State Park in Boulder Colorado a couple weeks later when you rode with me on the back of 'Fraidy Cat for 60 miles! Have you ever seen more beautiful country?! And hey, we won - we were quite the team!
Thanx for letting us share your birthday. It was a good one, Daryl.
Forever and always,
your Sister

Candy Jensen

October 25, 2007

Peace, comfort and warm thoughts to Daryl's friends & family -- those he loved and those who loved him. Especially to Allie - a joy to her Daddy. May a bit of Daryl shine on in his sweet and beautiful daughter.

Nicole Cracchiolo

October 8, 2007

You Meant So Much

By: Nicole Cracchiolo
For: Uncle D.W.

I Keep waiting for the phone to ring
Yet I know it wont be you;
I try to fill my life with busyness
Yet all I do is think of you.

You meant so much to all of us
You were special and that's no lie
You brightened up the darkest day
And the cloudiest sky

Your smile alone warmed hearts
Your laugh was like music to hear
I would give absolutely anything
To have you well and standing near

Not a second passes
When you're not on our minds
Your love we will never forget
The hurt will ease in time

Many tears I have seen and cried
They have all poured out like rainI know that you are happy now
And no longer in any pain.

I wrote this poem for you, I love you so much.

Mike Lambert

September 12, 2007

In 1978 while we were stationed in japan. Daryl,4 other guys and myself took a train up to tokyo., and saw E.L.O. {out of the blue}. I think we were the only Americans there. We stood next to some Japanese guy, who had the binoculars we used most of the concert.I always had a ball when with Daryl.

Mike Lambert

September 2, 2007

Daryl , We shared a special kind of relationship. Sorry I never had a chance to say good-bye buddy. Thanks for all the kindness and humor. We will see each other again! I Love You brother. Jenkins Aka Lambchop

Cathy McAlister

August 17, 2007

I just learned today about Daryl. I remember him from school bus days as the younger brother to my friend Terri. All the boys, Alan, Troy and Daryl. I also lost my younger brother a few years ago and know that you never wish to see them go. I am thinking of the Roberts family today, from a time in 1969-1972. Please know that I am very sorry for your loss and wish the best for all of you in the future.

Cathy "Corky Ashley" McAlister

Nicole Cracchiolo

July 20, 2007

I added a new photo in the album. It was the last fourth of July party at #6's house. All 7
I love you Uncle D.W.

July 20, 2007

marilyn leveskis

June 5, 2007

I just have to say that I have been thinking of you, Daryl, alot this past month. And I know why now. May 31st Bob and I remember. This was when you really left this world. I kept this in the back of my mind and now it takes a family member to bring this out. We miss you Daryl. We drive by your house everyday to go to work and we still feel so sad.
Daryl, my dog, and you remember her well, died a month ago. We still remember you telling Bob and I that we should put her in a shopping cart when we go to the store! lol.
You know me Daryl, I babied my dog alot. She was 13 years old and lived out her life but it still hurts that she is gone.
Darly, if you were here in the physical and knew Simba had died you would give us comfort and make us laugh.
We still miss you Daryl. And yes, this is your anniversary of moving on.
Love and Light,
Marilyn and Bob

Terri Roberts Smith

June 1, 2007

May 31, 2007

My Brother, my Friend -

I suppose it may be denial that has kept me from making an entry until now. Then I realized that today is the anniversary of your accident, four years ago - that's the day we really lost you.

I think of you often - and always when I find myself twirling a curl or strand of hair. I have always seen my own reflection in those happy green eyes. You lived life with ferocity and without regret - your energy and love of life were there for all to see. I took personal comfort in being surrounded by the great number of friends and family who were there in February to share in your remembrance. I also take comfort now in knowing that you are no longer lonely. Save me a spot.

All my love,
Reemus

Steve Weir

May 7, 2007

Hi Daryl,
I finally got my email mess cleaned up, so I thought I would write to say thank you.
I saw you in the Loma Rica store a couple of years ago and we went over to my house to discuss doing some dozer work. We talked about quite a few things, but during the course of our conversation, one thing you said really stuck in my mind. You said, "Hey, you're like family." Knowing your family as I do, all I can say Daryl is Thank You. Thank You for saying that. It means the world to me.

Until That Time,
Your Friend,
Steve

Nicole Cracchiolo

April 11, 2007

Uncle DW
This Easter was different without you. Even thoe you weren't there you still were able to make us smile and laugh. You will always be remembered as the funny man the laughter of the party. Uncle Alan brought some old photos to share with all of us, I really like the ones of us but thats because I remember it as if it was yesterday.
I love you so much ( I know that you know that)

Teri Groves

March 18, 2007

Daryl, D-Dub, DW, Tink, Tinker Bell, Brownie Mix, I can't think of you without first smiling and then the tears come. You were such a huge part of my life for so long. I sometimes thought I would never love anyone but you.

I remember we went to the Sacramento raceway one time so you could race. No one else was there but you and me. You of course got the hole shot. The first corner was the worst and you went down. I remember you in the back of the ambulance laying on the stretcher up on your elbows. I was crying my eyes out and you looked at me and said, "What are you crying for Blades I'm the one with the broken leg". You were always the character.

You'd bring me home late or after drinking and my parents wouldn't even be mad at YOU.

How about the time you took me to a "fancy restaurant" Schidels on hwy 49 in your 3" blue suede shoes. You were so proud of them you got them in the navy.

I will always remember those good times, and will have a special place in my heart for you.

You were my first Love, (sorry Randy) and I thank you for that.

I will see you again my friend until then keep 'em smiling up there for us.

XOXOXOXOXOX The Little Blades Girl

Daryl & Christopher Hund

March 16, 2007

Sheryl Roberts

March 16, 2007

To all who shared their feelings and memories on these pages, thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your wonderful poems, sweet and funny stories and words of sympathy have greatly helped me deal with the devastating loss of Daryl. Your kindness will be remembered always.

Sheryl (Lumpy, Lumpmeister and, let's not forget, The Great Lumpkin)

Sheryl Roberts

March 16, 2007

Daryl,

My heart is broken, but I find comfort in knowing that you are whole again and at peace with God. I will treasure you, my precious brother, in many wonderful memories until I see you again.

I thank my God upon every remembrance of you.
Philippians 1:3

I will love you and miss you always.
Sheryl (#1)

Peter Hund

March 16, 2007

Daryl:

You were the first friend I made after moving from Anaheim, to about a mile south of Roberts Ranch on Highway 49 the summer before sixth grade at Pleasant Ridge -- you called me a city slicker.

In 10th grade at Nevada Union, I moved to just off the highway at Lime Kiln, and we still hung out.

Three years after high school, I transferred from Sierra College to Cal State Fullerton, but whenever I visited my folks we'd get together. As time went on, we weren't always able to connect in person every year, but we'd at least talk on the phone.

Six years ago I was laid off down south and got a job in Modesto, and we started hooking up again occasionally at your place on Wise Road. We hadn't talked for over a year when I tried calling you last Christmas and the number didn't work.

Yesterday I got the sad news when I finally tracked you down online. I've read this guestbook four or five times now. The memories have come rushing back: sneaking into Lake of the Pines summer after summer; numerous hikes to those Bear River swimming holes; high school parties on the weekend; spinning ELO's "Out of the Blue" through your echo unit; my son's ride on your backhoe when you were digging your neighbor's pond.

I couldn't ask for a better pal. Here's to you, bud.

Beverly Butler

March 15, 2007

To The Family of Tink
I am just heart stricken to hear of Tinks passing.

As our family is going through losing our Lisa, we really do know the pain.

When I was pregnant with Lisa, Tink was always there to help me. He would carry grocerie bags in the house for me and take out my trash,or any thing he could do to help, I have never forgot his sweetness and he has held a spot in my heart all these years.

Your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love to all, Beverly Butler

Mike Lettington

March 14, 2007

To Daryl;

It's hard to believe that you're really gone.

I am so happy to have had you for a brother-in-law and more than that, to call you my friend.

I miss the phone calls - no one calls to talk to Jenkins, Mittens or Spike anymore! I even have my play pants on - but no one asks! (You always wanted me to come and pull some weeds.)

Most of all, I am going to miss your laughter and YOU!

I think about you everyday!

I miss you. . .and love you, you'll always be in my heart and in my thoughts.

Mike, Spike, Jenkins, Mittens. . .

Marge Roberts

March 14, 2007

My Dear Daryl -- I Miss You !! I prayed to God to watch over you and keep you safe and He just whisked you away to His home. Ours not to reason why. Your leaving was so abrupt I couldn't comprehend what had just happened. I just paced back and forth, crying and saying "I'm so sorry, I'm so sorry, I'm so sorry," a thousand times. I still come home and check my answering machine as I used to, hearing your voice saying, "Hey, Jenkins, where the heck are you?" But I have been comforted since those first few days knowing that you are not hurting anymore, no more headaches, no confusion, no more sleepless nights, and above all not alone. I know how you hated being alone.

I have had time to reflect on your life over the years and there are enough stories to fill a book. Particularly, I remember when you were in the Navy and came home on leave. One evening you came and asked if you could borrow my car, it was only six weeks old, to take a friend home. On the way back you rolled my new car down a hill on '49. You were not hurt but the car was wrecked. The next morning you left for Japan but said I could borrow your Buick Special to drive to work. Well, it poured that day, your windshield wipers didn't work, and I had to make other plans. Took six weeks to repair my car and it was never the same. But you were on the Midway and have since gone back to visit the ship just this last year. You also made some good friends in the service and seemed to love that time in your life.

You'll be seeing me before too long -- before your brothers and sisters, God willing. I can see the reunion now -- you coming to welcome me with your big smile and twinkling eyes, and the group around you all smiling too. You were always a great cheerleader. Until then, Love, Always.
Ma, Mom, Mother, Mavoo, Jenkins -- whatever.....

Dave Roberts

March 14, 2007

Daryl's Guest Book

I've been moved by all the comments

From Daryl's friends, and family too,

It seems he touched so many lives

Though his years were far too few.

The folks all spoke of his sense of humor

And his always ready smile,

And how he brightened other's lives

While enjoying his, all the while.

And I was struck by something Laura Lamb wrote

That couldn't be more true.

She said it was a huge loss for friends and family

But a bigger loss for the people Daryl never knew.

Cathy Hopf (Engel)

March 13, 2007

To The Family of Daryl Roberts,

I just heard the news of Tinker's passing and would like to express my condolences. It is hard to believe that someone so young and truly alive in my memory would leave the world so soon.

Growing up next door to Daryl, who was always Tinker to me, and his brothers and sisters brings back fun memories. Daryl was always the comedian. He sometimes annoyed us but never failed to entertain the rest of us kids! He was bigger than life and had a very special quality that drew people to him.

I wish I could say that I can't imagine losing a loved one before their time. Unfortunately I can. My family lost our youngest sister, Lisa is January of this year.

I would love to hear from you all, especially Gail whom I have lost touch with in the last couple of years.

Much Love,
Cathy Hopf (Engel)
(612) 720-9864
[email protected]

m l

March 12, 2007

So sorry to hear about your loss. You lost your tinker bell. My thoughts for Daryl.
A poem everyone writes and this is the time to keep you thought.
"Dear Daryl"
Always starting a poem of dear.
In one space and time, "Tnker, the name is none so blind. An old soul to make you laugh, and no to close to keep you as a blast.
But what no one knows, your memory and keep it flowes. One more flower that gives us breath and didn't I tell you are the guest.
He just wanted to say, He loves all in the human way. I do remember the time, he came over here and smiled to be blind.
He he flying around and around, and can you dare to keep him underground?
One more thought for him and hers,
Smile at him and let the big hat be hears.
Just another tought for you and ours and keep Daryl safe in your arms.

debbie engel

March 12, 2007

To the Roberts family, I was very sorry to hear about Tinker bell. I had talked to him about a year ago. Cathy and I lost our little sister Lisa in Jan. this year. We know the pain. God bless. Tinker was one of a kind!!If you need to talk contact me at 530 823 1572 or 368 2079

Elaine Deal

March 11, 2007

Dear Roberts family,
I am still in shock after hearing about Daryl's passing and my heartfelt prayers go out to all of you. Daryl was my oldest friend and the only friend from Grass Valley that I kept in contact with over the last 32 years. I remember the day that I met Daryl, I was 13 or 14 years old and going on a field trip to Nevada Union High School from Lyman Gilmore school so all of us 8th graders could see what we were in for next year. The first person that I saw when I got off the bus was Daryl, with his out of control, curly hair and sporting that famous big grin. He immediatley came up to me and asked if I was going to school there next year. "Well," he said "that's it," I was supposed to be going into the navy but now I am going to see if I can stay in school for another year. And that was the beginning of a true friendship that lasted through the years. I will forever miss my friend Daryl but he will remain in my heart and mind for the rest of my life. I am proud to be able to say that he was my oldest and dearest friend. I also wanted to share this poem that I wrote for Daryl, who I know I will see again one day.

On the Wings Of A Memory

On the wings of a memory
I saw a vision of you there
With rainbows in your eyes
And heaven's light in your hair.

I reached for your hand, just one more touch
I am asking for a miracle
Is it asking too much?
I feel your presence in the wind,
I hear your voice in the rain
Just one more time to have your laughter ease the pain.

To see that wonderful big grin upon your face
To have your smile light up even the darkest place
If it were possible I'd pray you back home with the dawn,
But then again, on the wings of my memories you're not really gone.

Daryl's Cousin, Than

March 8, 2007

Thank You cousins, just reading the entries was very moving. I am truly sorry for your loss, and I am equally sorry that I really never got a chance to know Daryl. The last memory I have of all of you, when you were growing up, was in 1966, when I drove my ex-wife, three children, and Nanna and Graddaddy to Auburn, to see you guys. One of the boys had bagged a deer, and your Mom made venison pie for lunch. My ex, who was German, spoke limited english, and was asking me what the pie was. I couldn't remember the German name for deer to save my life, and being resourceful said "Doris, this is Bambi Pie". Needless to say, she couldn't finish it!
Warm regards, and love to all.
Than

Brad Chastain

March 7, 2007

I had the pleasure of meeting Dayrl and the rest of the Roberts family the summer of 1974. What a bunch of characters! Good people! Daryl always had me laughing and I've never met anyone with quicker wit. I will remember him for that. Daryl rest in peace,we won't forget you.

Laura Lamb

March 6, 2007

I wanted to let the Roberts Family know how sorry I was to hear about Daryl's passing. I have not seen him in years but kept up through our mutal friends the Boghossian's.
I met Daryl in 1987 when I was 17 working at Lamb's Honda-Yamaha. In the 7 years I worked at Lamb's he was a constant customer and yes, I took a lot of his hard earned money. I can vividly see his big, bright smile coming through the front doors - he was always trying to get a deal...sometimes it (that smile) worked.
I know that I used to drive him nuts...I could be a bit sarcastic back then and I LOVED to tease him...but he made it so easy!! Truth be told - I had a bit of a crush on him - not that I EVER let him know that!
He was a wonderful man, it is a huge loss to all that knew him and an even bigger loss to those that will not get the chance.

Troy Roberts

March 5, 2007

We met on Sunday to rejoice the life of Daryl Wayne,
He passed from us suddenly but we are relieved that he's out of pain.

Tinker had a wonderful life that we all talked about.

Like maybe he wouldn’t of fallen down the old potty house
If Daddy hadn't told him to stay out.

His dirt bikes had one speed fast!

His friends we loyal to the last.

He would be the first to say "my life was a blast!"

Some of his grades were "Blue U's."
We learned a new language "Bew and Re-Rue" too.

His little legs try as they must
Just couldn't out run a dog named Gus.

"Witch tag" was a game of fun.
Girls on horseback kept us on the run.

We hid behind rocks
Got foxtails in our socks.

Which really became a factor
When they were in Pop's underwear as he sat on his tractor.

(oops!)

Maybe some weeds around the Red House didn't get hoed
Because D.W. was tearing up and down Bittick's Road.

And although he couldn't hide carrots in a glass or milk or wouldn't touch a piece of liver
D.W. would rather spend his time at the lake or Granddaddy's place on Bear River.

He smacked my head with a rock.

I bit him on the head.

Tinker tore down the ceiling light swinging from his bed.

Now I hear that Daryl's racing bikes,
Doing triples was up high.

Always has the hole shot
A wheelie contrail across the sky.

"Jenkins can I tell you a story?
About the wonderful life I had.
About a little girl named Allie.
I am so proud to be her Dad!”

St. Peter just smiled.
"Daryl you've another race to run and don't call me Jenkins!
Although I know it is all in fun. "

I know of your loving family
And Allie the apple of your eye.

But Daryl, there just comes a time…

When you must say goodbye.

Goodbye Tinker, I love and miss you.

#4

Look at me!

March 5, 2007

Hey! No pulling hair!

March 5, 2007

Daryl's Dad

March 5, 2007

Daryl

There's one less light in Auburn tonight

There's a house that's quiet and still.

For Daryl now resides in heaven above

In God's mansion there on the hill.

And now that he's gone a void has been left

That in no way will ever be filled.

And there's also no way to bring him back

Inspite of all of the teardrops we've spilled.

We know he's in a better place

Where no pain will he ever again feel.

But it sure is tough to say goodbye

When we realize that it's for real.

But if you are ever down Auburn way

When darkness has settled in for the night.

Just look up to the heavens and you will see

An awsome and beautiful sight.

Of course it just may be wishful thinking.

" That would be most people's guess."

But the locals down around Auburn say there's a new star overhead,

That now shines, much brighter than all the rest.

marilyn leveskis

March 4, 2007

One more thought for Daryl. Bob and I feel so sad every day and think about him alot every day, especially when we drive by his house. Bob keeps wanting to send a message but the loss of his friend is hard on him. When Daryl was in the motorcycle accident Bob took it real hard. He's trying to overcome this but if Alan or one of Daryl's other brothers calls him just to talk maybe he will be ok.
Bob couldn't attend Daryl's funeral because he had to go to Virginia with his job. He was upset about this.
WE ARE ALL UPSET. Daryl will be affectionaly missed.
Every day, in every way, Darly touched our hearts and got us through some bad times and good times. He made us laugh and made us cry and most importantly he was a good friend and dear soul.
Always, forever, he will be missed by the Leveskis family.
My sorrow and kind thoughts go out to all his family. We are all a part of Daryl and he lives on.
Take Care,
Marilyn

Sylvia Watson

March 1, 2007

Dear Marg and family,
I was so very sorry to hear of your great loss. Daryl will always be remembered and missed.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sylvia (Johnson) Watson

Bruce Ferguson

February 28, 2007

. . .every time I think of Daryl I remember that big smile on his face at all times. . .this will stay in my memory.

Name that tune!

February 28, 2007

Gail Lettington

February 26, 2007

Great story, Aud! That was so HIM! Thanks for submitting pictures, I'll submit some too.

#5 & #6

February 26, 2007

In loving Memory...Daryl Wayne Roberts

February 26, 2007

In our Hearts Forever...

Audrey Keck

February 26, 2007

Only DW - I remember being at a party with him...he was waiting to meet a "New Girl". He was nervous as we stood outside on the back deck, under the porch light, waiting for her arrival. He asked me to get him a beer, so I did. When I returned, he said, "Aud, I have butterflies in my tummy"...he opened his mouth and 3 moths flew out (He put them in his mouth when I went to get his beer!) ANYTHING FOR A LAUGH...still, to this day, whenever I see a moth by the back porch light, I think of Tinker, the little Stinker! I love you DW and your laughter will live inside my heart forever....

Nicole Cracchiolo

February 23, 2007

Uncle DW,
I have been sitting here for the last hour trying to find the right words, but really there are none. This really cought me off gard, I never thought that I would have to say goodbuy to one of my Uncles. I remember when Megan and I would come stay with you for the weekend, you would sing the pickel and olive show song. Then I would cook dinner and Megan would be the one outside pulling weeds. Even thow you would put us to work we always loved to stay with you.
I know that now you are in a better place. But I still can't help being sad, and still can't help but ask why now, why after all that you have acomplished, why now?
You will always be in my heart and you will live on in me and in everyone that who loved you.

See you again one day.

Pickel

pamela eubanks

February 23, 2007

To such a wounderful and loving family, are heart are with you, i never knew DW but he was truly blessed, all our love, Garry Pammie and the all the kids,

Dave Roberts

February 23, 2007

Daryl’s Gift

Daryl’s in a better place,
But it was tough to say goodbye.
It seemed to catch you in the throat
And bring dampness to your eyes.

We know he loved the environment,
The outdoors was his thing.
And his final contribution
Helps take away the sting.

You see California has a water shortage,
But now it will stay green for years.
Because of the moisture added
From his friends’ and families’ tears.

Dave Roberts

February 23, 2007

A HAPPY DARYL

Randy wrote a poem
That really says it all
About his brother Daryl,
Who answered God’s pleading call.

For you see, God was short on riders
For his Moto X in the sky.
And he asked Daryl to come on up,
And enter his races there on high.

Daryl laughed, and said he’d go,
And show them how it’s done.
How to get consistent hole shots,
And have a lot of fun.

He’d be rubbing handlebars with St. Peter
And all God’s other friends,
As they fought the ruts and giant jumps
Until the race’s end.

So if we could look in on Daryl now,
We’d see a happy lad.
Who is way ahead on the point score,
And having the best time that he’s had.

Gail Lettington

February 23, 2007

To my brother, D-Dub;

Remus told me that it only takes six people to connect everyone in the world. At first I found it hard to believe, but the more I thought about it, it wasn't hard to believe at all when one of those people was YOU.

You were always calling to say "Guess who I saw today?"
You LOVED running into old friends, and I was always amazed at how you remembered names and faces.

Growing up in our family was an experience, to say the least, and left us with stories and memories that will live on forever. (I KNOW most of our favorite stories involve YOU!)

We know you are in a better place now, but it doesn't make it any easier to say good-bye.

I love you DW! I miss you more than you would believe!

Your little Sister,
Gail

Troy Roberts

February 22, 2007

Daryl,

I miss my brother, he is in a better place. I miss his sense of humor, warmth and creativity. Like when I went over seas in the military. I put my truck up on blocks and removed tires and battery. Daryl was driving my truck before I was out of town!

When we were little the four boys got new t-shirts and underwear. Three of us carefully marked the tags with initials and such to avoid confusion. I cut a "V" notch in the tags of mine. Daryl simply said " mine are the ones with no tags." Daryl (Tinker) had most of the new clothes in a matter of days.

His friends were loyal and equally energetic. DW's smile was contagious. His heart large and over flowing with love for his daughter and family.

I will miss him everyday. I was marking birthdays on a calendar today and when I got to October 25 I could not continue...

Goodbye little brother. I miss you.

Jake (Troy) #4

Kaitlyn Roberts

February 22, 2007

Uncle Daryl I will always cherish the times I had with you. I will always remember you and love you very much. I know now that you are in a better place. love always Kaity.

Kaitlyn Roberts

February 22, 2007

Uncle Daryl I have alwyas cherished the times I had with you. I will always love and remeber you very much. I know now that you are in a better place. love always Kaity.

Kathy (Cecil) Sargent

February 22, 2007

I want you all to know that you're in my thoughts and I am so sorry for the loss of Daryl. I feel so privileged to have had the good fortune to be considered a "best friend" to Gail while growing up, which, in turn, gave me the opportunity to spend time with all of the Roberts family and even though Daryl was a little older than me and Gail - I do remember him fondly. I do know the depth of committment that this family has for one another and can only imagine the grief you all are experiecing. I wish I had some words of comfort or wisdom to help you get through this most difficult time. My thoughts are with you all. Thank you for allowing me to be part of this awesome family throughout the years.

Dave Roberts

February 22, 2007

DARYL’S MEMORIAL

We threw a party for Daryl,
And a few hundred family members and friends were there.
I’m sure if there’d been more advance notice,
We’d have had to rent Times Square.

However, Times Square wouldn’t be available
For almost one full year.
But it sure would’ve been fun to celebrate Daryl
At the same time they lowered the sphere.

Well, the party was a complete success,
And the food was out of sight.
This loving celebration of Daryl
Just couldn’t have been more right.

Hawkeye, the Sheriff’s Department chaplain, presided,
And he made everyone feel at ease,
Until it was time to stand up and speak
On our trembling, shaky knees.

Daryl’s sister, Terri, got the ball rolling
As only “Remus” could do.
She spoke of the old fun-loving Daryl,
The person that we all knew.

Then Pop got up and blubbered through a poem
With daughters Sheryl and Terri at his side.
They got through the ordeal together,
But it was really a pretty rough ride.

Next, Daryl’s brother, Randy, got up and related
Many of the things Daryl had done.
There was lots of smiling and laughing,
As he told of our number three son.

Then brother Alan added more humorous stories,
Telling more of Daryl’s antics as a kid.
There wasn’t a person in the room not laughing
At the things that Daryl once did.

When Alan sat down, and the laughter ceased,
He heard Daryl’s voice whisper in his ear,
Saying, “Tell them about Sand Mountain,
And the hole-shots, wheelies and beer.”

Now it was more like a Dean Martin Roast
As the real Daryl came to the fore.
And everybody that ever did love him
Now loved him a little bit more.

Daryl’s former wife Cheryl arose,
And lovingly spoke from her heart,
About her years with Daryl
Before they drifted apart.

After Cheryl was through with her wonderful words,
Daryl’s good friend, Rick Taylor spoke a few of his own.
Rick was Daryl’s very good friend,
Perhaps the best friend Daryl had known.

Then followed more of Daryl’s friends,
Like Jeff Carter and also Mike Shear.
They all had very good things to say,
As did Alan’s long-time friend, Steve Weir.

All the while Daryl’s young daughter, Allie
Sat and listened as each speaker told of her dad.
And how often he expressed to anyone who’d listen
The great love for her that he had.

Next, Troy’s son, Travis, put on a slide show
That his mother, Audrey had lovingly prepared.
It showed Daryl with friends and family
In some precious moments they shared.

Then after Hawkeye recited the Lord’s Prayer
We all picked up a fork and a dish,
And went after the sumptuous buffet
That was even better’n you could possibly wish.

The remainder of the time was spent conversing
About Daryl, and what to each of us he had meant.
And how he’d enriched all of our lives,
This son whom God had sent.

The last great thing for the family
That Daryl was able to do
Was to take an already close-knit family
And apply some super-glue.

Now to bring to a close this poem of mine
I’d like to digress for a moment if you please
And tell you what happened when Alan told me the sad news
That brought me to my knees.

I put in a call to Heaven
To learn of Daryl’s fate,
And was overjoyed when St. Peter quickly hung up the phone
Saying, someone was there at his gate.

And Finally----

Our family would like to express our special thanks to Betsy, Rick Taylor, John Fugiwara and Bob Sherwood for the special friendship they showed Daryl after his accident. I’m sure there are others, and I certainly apologize for not mentioning them by name.

And, oh yes!

I almost forgot to mention the person who deserves the most thanks of all – Daryl’s brother, Alan, who not only went the extra mile, but went an extra 100 miles, along with his wife, Bev. Thanks, guys, we love you!

Randy Roberts

February 22, 2007

Daryl;
No more excuses will you need
for recent memories lost.
Your mortal vessel has run aground
You've paid the final cost.
The precision blow that struck you down
Like a sniper in the night
Whispered,"stay down,you've had enough."
But you opted, instead, to fight.
Through the murky blackness of a jumbled mind
A tiny light shown through.
Your tenacious soul refused deaths' hold
And once again...there was you.
Or a facsimile of, the you, we knew
Just never quite as clear.
But your humor still came shining through
Now, all thats left, are tears.
So now I've got to let you go
Your life on earth has passed.
My heart is full of memories of you
Enough, I pray, to last.
So, goodbye, my brother
I'm sorry you had to go.
We all miss you more
Than you could ever know!
# 7

Dave Roberts

February 22, 2007

DARYL WAYNE ROBERTS

We’ve gathered here to remember Daryl
Who was Tinker, our number three son.
Who made fools out of the experts,
Who said it couldn’t be done.

You see, after his motorcycle accident
And the injury to his head,
They said he’d never again be able to drive.
Well he might as well have stayed in bed.

But he went back to work with his equipment,
And he went back to driving his car.
He did what they said he couldn’t,
So for them there’ll be no cigar.

He had guts and determination
And for his accident he never placed blame.
He did the best he was able,
But we know he was never the same.

I remember Daryl as a cute little boy
Who had a head chock full of curls,
Who got kissed by a local lad
Who thought he was a sweet little girl.

And in school he entertained the classroom,
But not at his teacher’s request.
And I’m sure if you’d polled the students,
They’d say it was Tinker they liked the best.

Well, he served a hitch in the Navy
Without fanfare or falderal.
And when he got out he began digging,
‘Cause excavating was his beck and call.

There were two things in life that he treasured,
And his daughter, Allie, was on top of the list.
The other was his home in the country.
----“Daryl, you will surely be missed.”

You were loved by your parents and siblings,
And your wonderful friends loved you too.
I’m sure you’re now digging in heaven
For God and His heavenly crew.

I wonder if we’ll ever discover,
Or if perhaps now it’s a little too late,
To find out when we were on the phone talking
Who it was that always came to your gate?

Dave Roberts

February 22, 2007

PRELUDE TO POEM ABOUT DARYL BY HIS DAD, DAVE ROBERTS

I wrote a little poem about Daryl that I’d like to share with you.
But, before I begin, I’d like to explain something about Daryl that I think most of you already know.
Ever since his accident, whenever you talked to him on the phone and he felt he’d done enough talking, he would cut the conversation short by saying, “SOMEONE JUST DROVE UP TO THE GATE. I’VE GOT TO GO”. Down would go his receiver, and that would end the conversation. Consequently you tried to get the important things said before you heard those fateful words, “SOMEONE JUST DROVE UP TO THE GATE”.
The one other constant about our conversations was Daryl expressing how much HE LOVED HIS PLACE, and HOW MUCH HE LOVED HIS DAUGHTER ALLIE. These were the two things in life of which he was the most proud. And rightfully so!

Bill Green

February 21, 2007

I am so sorry to hear
of the passing of Daryl. I
can't remember the last time
our paths crossed but I will
always remember with a smile
the times we spent riding
dirt bikes and growing up
together along Highway 49.
Tinker was a kick to hang out
with then and from reading
the other posts here, it
would seem that did not
change over the years. I'm
sorry not to be able to make
it to the gathering today,
but my thoughts go out to
you, Troy and the rest of
your family.

Bill Green
Nevada City

February 21, 2007

His Journey's Just Begun

Don't think of him as gone away
his Journey's just begun
life holds so many facets
this earth is only one.

Just think of him as resting
from the sorrows and the tears
in a place of warmth and comfort
where there are no days and years.

Think how he must be wishing
that we could know today
how nothing but our sadness
can really pass away.

And think of him as living
in the hearts of those he touched
for nothing loved is ever lost
and he was loved so much.

Jim Boghossian

February 21, 2007

My brother Greg's friend. My friend, as are all the Roberts' sons. Everytime I walk in my backyard, I think of Daryl and Troy. That skip loader Daryl drove with precision and the laughs until we cried times. We will all miss him very much.

Alan Roberts

February 20, 2007

Once I stopped by my mom's house on HWY 49. Daryl was working on his old Corvette. He had the car supported on a couple blocks with both back wheels removed. I walked over grabbed his ankles, and pull him out from under the car. He got up and asked, "what did you do that for"? I told him, "those blocks are weak, if one broke you'd get squashed". He looked at me for a minute,grinned, and said "ahhhhhhh...you must love me". I did, I do, and always will.
Your big brother "Alien"

Greg Boghossian

February 20, 2007

Haay..'spleenless blunder'Ddubya'..been missing a great friend for quite a while now..now forever...I know every time I'll hear a dumb ,stupid joke,drive by some rusty old tractor on a country road,see a flea market sign,kick some dirt,or hear some damned ol'cricket chirp,I'll tear-up,badly,like I am now. A 'smokin' deal,will never quite be the same,..gettin'finangled as much fun Our thoughts are of Daryl and the entire Robert's clan.

Gregorio (aka: Bogus aka: Greg Boghossian)

Randy Roberts

February 20, 2007

Daryl;
Guess who I saw on Sunday.About 200 of your closest friends.We almost needed a bigger building.A lot of people said alot of nice things about you.You touched many hearts on your lifes journey. You lived your life well. You laughed loudly and often. You made other peoples lives better with your infectious sense of humor.I'm proud to call you my brother. I love you and miss you more than I thought possible.Quit making me cry or I,m tellin' Mavoo.
#7

Hedy Rogers

February 20, 2007

Only a man with wit and character could withstand the pressures of "UNO" (three women and a houseboat)! and Daryl had it and more. I remember once we all walked the hills to find the waterfall at Lake Englebright, as we walked, he and I slipped, he into a deep water hole. Of course, not knowing if it had a bottom, he could have drown, he went under, hit and bounced back, with arm stretched high in the air, "Yes, the Tequilla is safe"! With his beaming smile and shining eyes, he lit up the world. It was a treat to be considered a friend, and I will forever cherish our memories. He is loved by many, and will always be in our hearts.

Megan Osborn

February 20, 2007

"Uncle D-Wie has something guewie on his shoey and it smelles pewey!" What a character, always had us kids in stitches! He was a pleaser and would do anything to make you smile; I'm laughing thru my tears when I think of all the fun times we shared. I will hold them all dear to my heart always. I will forever cherish the time I was able to spend with him! --"It's the pickle and olive, pickle and olive, pickle and olive show-ow-ow!!" (I love and miss you very much!)

Rick & Dena Taylor

February 19, 2007

Daryl was, without a doubt, one of the funniest people we knew. He and Rick hit it off their first meeting 8 years ago. Of the many funny moments, Daryl came by after he bought his corvette and took Rick for a summer afternoon ride. On the flip side, Rick bought a ’55 Chevy body and frame. Daryl took great joy in the fact that Rick’s car was a pile of junk with years of work ahead. In “Daryl fashion” … knowing that the car was completely disassembled with no transmission or running gear, he would call on a regular basis and routinely ask Rick, “how’s your car running?” followed up with a roar of laughter!

One day … Rick will take Daryl for ride in spirit in his 55 Chevy.

We will continue to speak Daryl’s name, laugh at the jokes and the good times shared … in honor of this good man that we called friend. We will miss Daryl dearly.

David Mace

February 19, 2007

Daryl was always trying to pull your leg, what a jokester. I remember he said the best day of his life was when his beautiful little girl Allie was born. He will be missed by all that loved and knew him. Our thoughts are with Allie and the family.
David and Pamela

Kelly Killian

February 18, 2007

Daryl and I shared many good times.He pushed me to buy a new motorcycle and start riding again,which I love to do.He would take me to the track,that and everything else would always be so fun because of his quick wit.My thoughts and prayers go to his family.He will be greatly missed but never forgotten.

Sherry & Jack Thompson

February 17, 2007

Daryl (DW, Tink) will be missed by all. He always had such a zest for life and a quick wit that just wouldn't quit. The world shall miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Roberts families.

Nancy Boghossian

February 17, 2007

Nobody could ever call me "Nunzio" the way he did! In fact, I often thought maybe he knew that was my real name! Always in my mind.....

Nunzio....aka.....Nancy Big-Ocean

Brian & Christina Miller

February 17, 2007

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Gail Lettington

February 17, 2007

To my brother, my friend. . .My heart is broken!!!

#6, Gail - most recently referred to by you as Burnwagon & Jenkins!

Lisa Froling

February 16, 2007

To the Whole Roberts Family, We are so sorry to hear about Darryl! He was just like all of you--ready with a joke and could always make us laugh! He'll be missed.

Gregg and Lisa Froling

marilyn leveskis

February 16, 2007

Daryl always made me laugh. He would say Hi Mare and I would say Hi Dare.
He was alot of fun to have around and Bob and I always enjoyed going to the auction with him, especially when he would buy us corn dogs.
We will miss him much. Take Care Dare.

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