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1939
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2021
George Roebuck Obituary
George Lee Roebuck, Jr. "Sonny", born March 9, 1939, in Dayton, Ohio, passed away on Monday, March 29, 2021.
Sonny attended Dayton public schools. He worked for Model Cities, a Songwriter, and served as a Republican political ward leader, a Mason and a member of Ethans Temple SVA church.
Sonny was preceded in death by his loving parents George L. Sr. and Vivian Roebuck; sons Kenneth Roebuck, Christopher Willingham and grandson
Lamar James. He leaves to cherish in memory his devoted daughters Katrina and Karla Roebuck of Seattle, WA, Erica Harden of Dayton, OH, and other children; sisters Wealtha Yarbrough, Marla Domineck, Donna Brawner, Arnetta
Roebuck, Beverly Williams, and brother Gordon Roebuck; grand and great-grandchildren; aunt Eleanor Nooks, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Virtual Services to be held April 7th, 2021, at 3 pm EST.
Elder Mackenzie Kambizi, officiating.
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Rhonda Curington
May 24, 2021
I no longer live in Dayton and I am just finding out about your passing Sonny. Thanks for being a good friend over the years. You wisdom was greatly appreciated. Rest in heaven ole friend and my condolences to your family.
Greg Gantt
April 6, 2021
A treasuered friend for over 30 years. I will miss you, and my sympathy to your family that you loved so much.
Floyd Johnson
April 6, 2021
He was a man.of the community, always recruiting for political advancement. His dialogue on issues will solely be missed.
Floyd and Judith Johnson offers condolences to Bette and the family during their bereavement of our brother Sonny Roddick.
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