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Richard "Rick" M. Roberts
1963 - 2018
Richard "Rick" M. Roberts
1963 - 2018
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BORN
1963
DIED
2018
Richard "Rick" Roberts Obituary
Richard “Rick” M. Roberts, 54, of Wilmington, NC, died February 28, 2018 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice and Life Care Center.
He was born on March 10, 1963, in Fayetteville, NC, the son of the late Carl and Jackie Roberts. Also remembered is a brother, Danny Roberts, two aunts Joanne Skipper and Ruby Peele, as well as one uncle, Terry Blanton, all of who preceded him in death. Rick was a loving father and husband, caring friend, and devoted servant of God. Rick was a member of Northside Baptist Church who was always ready and willing to serve. He was employed by Wolseley Industrial Group and served his country in the North Carolina Army National Guard, retiring after 20 years.
Surviving are his wife, Sandra Roberts; daughter, Sarah Roberts; son, Matt Roberts; a brother, Carl G. Roberts, Jr. and a sister, Lisa Newins (Robert). Also surviving are two aunts, Judy Parlatore and Selena Brigman (Randy); as well as nieces, nephews, and cousins.
The family would like to thank the staff of Lower Cape Fear Hospice and Life Care Center for their loving care and support.
The family will receive friends from 2:00 – 4:00 pm at Northside Baptist Church on Sunday, March 4, 2018, with a memorial service following at 4:00pm.
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to Lower Cape Fear Hospice and Life Care Center, 1406 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401.
Debbie Capps
February 23, 2019
Sandra, Matt and Sarah-
I still miss seeing him on Sunday. Its just not the same. He had a unique sense of humor and loved joking around with people that made us feel welcomed and happy. That is a gift.
Although we may not know what to say, we still think about you and pray for you. And I thank you for this opportunity to share and remember him today. Love you all.
Debbie Capps
March 7, 2018
We love you all. Know that Bill and I are here for you. Praying for peace.
Love you
Lisa and Bill Boyd
Janice Russ
March 5, 2018
Sandra, I am an old friend of your from PPD. I was shocked and saddened to read Rick's obituary. I am so sorry for your loss.
Michael & Dee Dee Mincey
March 4, 2018
Sandra,Sarah,& Matt.So very sorry for your loss. May GOD'S love and grace be with you and all the family during this time and always.
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Perry Walker
March 4, 2018
So very sorry to hear about Rick. Praying for you Sandra, Sarah,& Matt. I know it has been a long time since I have seen you all, but always enjoyed the times we spent at the ball field.
Cathy Collins
March 4, 2018
When I think of Rick I smile, because I see him smiling, like in the picture above. And we know who is smiling now, The Lord, who knew the number of hairs on Rick's head, and who accepted him at his point of Salvation, and with whom he is spending eternity. Sandra, my love and prayers, to you, Matt, and Sarah for the blessed peace that Jesus alone gives.
Thom Walter
March 3, 2018
I'm so sorry to hear this news. Sandra, Sarah, and Matt-you're in my thoughts and prayers. Stay strong and cherish the memories you have. They'll bring a smile to your face through hard times and help dry tears when you're sad.
Walker and Emily Biggs
March 3, 2018
Sorry to hear this. Coaching with Rick was a pleasure. Enjoyed seeing him when we visited Northside also. Prayers for the entire family.
Kay Loflin
March 3, 2018
Thoughts and prayers are with you all. Will always remember the smile and how no one he met was a stranger. He always made everyone feel welcome on Sunday's and made every child feel important! Love, Bobby, Kay, Meghan and Avery
Terri Holley
March 2, 2018
So sorry for your family's loss of a great person,father and family man. Always had a smile on his face. Sure will miss his smiling face when we visit. Though and prays are with you Sandra and family.
Marvin & Susan Greer
March 2, 2018
So sorry for your loss. Rick was always friendly, smiling and would take the time to speak to us at church. He will be missed standing at the doors of Northside. Sandra, Sarah and Matt, we love you guys and are praying for you to feel Gods peace through all of this.
Lisa, Neil & Sarah Hoyle
March 2, 2018
We are so heartbroken to hear of this. Rick will be missed so very much. His genuine kindness and compassion showed every time we saw him. Our love and prayers are with you all.
Pete Wildeboer
March 2, 2018
Rick will be missed- he was a wonderful man and I am grateful to have known him- he was always willing to give of himself- I really enjoyed coaching Sarah with him on the Trask Softball team. My prayers are with the Roberts family.
Freeman James
March 2, 2018
Heavy heart of sadness! you will be missed. our love thoughts and prayers will be with your family. Richard Roberts our dear friend.❤
Tammy Hodge
March 2, 2018
So very sorry to see this. He was always a kind man when he spoke with us. We will miss seeing him smiling and laughing over in the kids area. Thinking of you Matt and your mom and sister. ❤ Eric, Tammy, Nick, and Ethan.
March 2, 2018
Ricky will be missed by his National Guard Family and many friends. He always had a smile on his face and enjoyed life. He was a good man with a good heart. He will be missed.
Billy and Matti Eason
Larry & Debbie Capps
March 1, 2018
Dear family,
We are incredibly sorry for your loss. Rick is going to be missed by so many people. I for one, will miss him on Sundays as he served as a Church Usher and always loved to pick on me and others. He made us laugh.
We love you and please know you will remain in our prayers.
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