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Frederick Roberts Obituary
Mr. Roberts was born on Oct. 4, 1934, in Oakland Co., Royal Oak, Mich. After he graduated from high school, he proudly served the United States Air Force, Sept. 1954 and was honorably discharged, Sept. 1962. He resided most of his years in the Hampton Roads area and was self-employed as an upholsterer 'ABC Upholstery.'
He is survived by his wife, Asteria Roberts, and his stepsons, Marc, Richard, Franklin and Terence Donnelly. He left behind his only sister, Joy Fusi, who resides in Flushing, Mich., and left behind his nephews, Terry, Ted and Craig.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 26, at Riverside – Altmeyer Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 27, at Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery, Suffolk.
Arrangements are under the care of Riverside - Altmeyer Funeral Home, 7415 River Road, Newport News, VA 23607.
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Jocelyn Hawkins
March 24, 2008
Dear Terrence and Family,
Our heartfelt prayers are with you and yours during this difficult time. Please know that we care. Your Greater Walters AME Zion Church Family and Friends.
Pamela Seldon Washington
February 26, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jeremy and Angela Brown
February 26, 2008
Lee was a very sweet and kind man. My husband and his family were close to Lee. he will always be remembered and our prayers go out to his family and friends.
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