Deborah Ann "Debbie Carrig" Roberts

Deborah Ann "Debbie Carrig" Roberts obituary, Whitmore Lake, MI

Deborah Ann "Debbie Carrig" Roberts

Deborah Roberts Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Borek Jennings Funeral Homes - Howell Memorial Chapel on Jan. 29, 2026.
Roberts, Deborah (Debbie)

Whitmore Lake, MI

Her Legacy… Deborah Ann Roberts, 71, passed away January 26, 2026. She was born on November 13, 1954, in Fort Wayne, IN to Walter Carrig and Corrine (Egolf) Carrig. Debbie married the love of her life, Fredrick J. Roberts, on, March 15, 1975 in, Ann Arbor, MI.

Debbie was the true heart of her family. Known for her warmth, unwavering devotion and her knack for amazing one of kind home cooked meals.

She was a loving, caring and doting mother and grandmother who selflessly put the needs of others before her own. Debbie cherished every moment spent with her family, filling their lives with love, laughter and wisdom. Her nurturing spirit was unmatched. She leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness and family unity.

Her Family… Debbie will be missed dearly by her children, Joe (Danielle) Roberts Jr., Heather (Brad) Meece; siblings, Douglas Carrig, Timothy Carrig; Grandchildren, Gage, Josiah, Brady, Lily; Great Grandchildren, Emelia and Cassius; and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, Fredrick Roberts, Parents, Walter and Corrine Carrig and Brother Dennis Carrig.

Her Farewell… Private memorial services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions are suggested in lieu of flowers to Upper Great Lakes - National Scleroderma Foundation https://share.google/ECS3i0HVzdSFHclOv or memorial contributions may be given to family for future designation. Please leave a message of comfort for Debbie's family at 1-877-231-7900, or sign her guestbook at www.borekjennings.com.

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