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Evans Roberts Obituary

Roberts Evans Roberts, Pastor Emeritus, founder and builder of St. James Biblical Christian Baptist Church, 89, passed away on Monday, October 27, 2014 in Columbus, OH. Evans was born on August 12, 1925 in Morrilton, Arkansas to Major Roberts and Maggie (Arnold) Roberts. Evans is preceded in death by his son Emanual Roberts. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Laura Roberts; children, Maggie Hamilton, Laura Young, Ava (Mark) Nowling, Lynn (Stephen) Dillard, Lisa Smith, Mary Roberts, Blight (Randy) Hamilton, Zina Thomas, and Sidney Hamilton; 13 grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; sister, Margaret (Pettis) McClain; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Family will receive friends on Monday, November 3, 2014 from 10-11 a.m. at St. James Biblical Christian Baptist Church, 1311 E. Hudson St., Columbus, OH 43211, followed by funeral service at 11 a.m. He will be laid to rest at Green Lawn Cemetery. Messages of condolence may be left at www.NewcomerColumbus.com.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Oct. 29 to Oct. 30, 2014.

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Wendi Thompson

November 5, 2014

Mary,

I am saddend to hear of the loss of your father. My prayers go out to you and your entire family.

God Bless,
Wendi

Cheryll Leftridge

November 3, 2014

Sis. Roberts it is with deep heartfelt sympathy that I send this condolence. May God's arms comfort you, mend your broken heart and dry your tears as you go through your new life. Just know that Pastor is in the arms of Jesus receiving his sweet rest. My prayers are with you and the family. I love you dearly.

Rhonda Cooper

November 3, 2014

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Rev. Roberts I remember the many years spent at St. James Rev. and Sis. Roberts will always hold a special place in my heart I will be praying for the family.

Bill Lewis

November 3, 2014

To the family of Pastor Emeritus Evans Roberts and St. James family, you are in our prayers. May your belief in Jesus Christ, our Savior, carry you through this difficult time. Love always, Bill and Gina Lewis - Family Missionary Baptist Church.

Pastor & Wife Lawes

November 2, 2014

Our prayers go out to the family and to St. James. Mom Roberts, we will continue to keep you in our prayers. He will always be remember for his love for his family, the church and others that he touched. Hugs and prayers to the Family. From Pastor & Sister Lawes, New Hope Baptist Church, Hillsboro, Ohio.

November 2, 2014

Dear Lisa and Ava,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. May the love of family and friends, memories, and your precious memories help bring you peace. In Loving Prayers,
Hardin Family: Jeff , Gina, Vanessa & Whitney

Pastor & Sis DIllard and Jenee & Tamia Williams

November 1, 2014

We Love you ,we appreciate you ,we are thankful for you ,you have made your mark forever on this side and you will be greatly missed. Dad, Rev., and Gran-daddy will always ring true with thoughts of you!!!! WE LOVE YOU !!!!!

October 31, 2014

Ava I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your family during this time.

Cheryl Brown

Christine Deel

October 31, 2014

Our thoughts and prays are with you and your family Paul during this difficult time.

Lisa Smith

October 30, 2014

I love you Daddy! I will forever be appreciative of the sacrifices you made, the life you lived, and the examples you set. I truly thank God for blessing me with you as my father and for blessing you to be a great husband to my Mom! I look forward to seeing you and Emanual again . . . in due time.

Rev.Roderick and Sylvia Davis

October 30, 2014

Prayers of comfort to mrs.Roberts and the entire Roberts family,sincerly

Tammy Hightower/Douglas

October 30, 2014

Pastor Emertis (Gran-Daddy) You will be greatly missed by everyone especially ME!! Now go and rest.... I see you on the other side.......

Desmona Moore

October 30, 2014

I will miss you Granddaddy.

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