David Roberts Obituary
David graduated from Decatur High School in 1970. He was preceded in death by his parents. Mr. Roberts served in the United States Air Force from 1971-1979 as an Aerospace Physiology Technician and was stationed at Lubbock Air Force Base in Lubbock, TX. He also graduated from Texas Tech University in Lubbock, TX. He was employed by NASA (Marshall Space Flight Center), in the Finance and Accounting Department, as a Budget Analyst prior to his retirement.
David enjoyed spending time with family and friends; reading books and listening to music; nature and outdoor walks. He was a lifelong lover of racquet sports and enjoyed dancing.
Visitation will be Saturday, January 10, 2026 from 1:00 PM-3:00 PM at Peck Funeral Home.
Survivors include:
Son-David Todd Roberts (Amelia) of Decatur, AL
Daughter-Andrea Elizabeth Richardson (Joe) of Decatur, AL
Brother-Charles T. Roberts (Darlene) of Roswell, GA
Sister-Jan Sanders (Mark) of Somerville, AL
4 Grandchildren
In lieu of flowers , the family request a charitable donation be made to any of the following in Keith's name.
Downtown Rescue Mission- https://www.downtownrescuemission.org/
Huntsville-Madison County Library Foundation- https://www.hmcpl.org/give
Huntsville Botanical Garden- https://hsvbg.org/get-involved/donate-memorials/
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Fred Davey
January 7, 2026
Dave and I were very close in the early 2000´s and many years after I retired from NASA in 2007. We did similar work. In fact, he introduced me into the budget world. We played badminton quite often. I teamed with Wayne Tankesley and together we could never beat him. He also introduced me to Zydeco dancing. There was a group of us that together we had the best times dancing to Zydeco music. Dave and Gloria Karr were frequently featured in Huntsville monthly glossy magazines. He was known as Dancing Dave. After a vigorous badminton game, we´d convene at the Redstone Golf Club patio and quaff expensive German and Belgium beers. The serenity of the golf course with great friends and beer was almost heaven. I will remember him always.
Wanda Nelson
December 23, 2025
I was fortunate to know David from working with him at NASA. I knew him several years before I became his supervisor during the last few years before my retirement. He was a very pleasant, easy-going person, and the easiest person to work with and supervise. He was always top notch, and I got praise from his customers. I enjoyed our talks together about life, dancing, and of course, beer. I'm extremely sorry that we lost him so young. You are missed! Love, Wanda
Ron Winkler
December 23, 2025
So sorry to hear that we lost David. My condolences to all.
Larue Owens
December 16, 2025
Dave was a coworker and a dear friend. He was there for me when I was going through a divorce and helped me get out and meet new friends and enjoy life again. His sense of humor and easy laughter will be missed.
LaRue
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