Gloria Jean Roberts
07/12/1948 - 09/10/2025
Mrs. Gloria Jean Whitaker Roberts (July 12, 1948 - September 10, 2025) beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, entered eternal rest on September 10, 2025, surrounded by love. Born in East Texas to Louis Henry and Meacie Whitaker, Gloria grew up in Houston's historic Fifth Ward and was rooted in faith as a lifelong member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. A radiant and determined young woman, Gloria graduated from Phillis Wheatley High School in 1966 and went on to a distinguished 40-year career with the U.S. Postal Service, retiring as Head of Finance for the Houston region. Known for her integrity, wisdom, and compassion, she mentored countless colleagues and was admired throughout the postal community. Gloria's greatest joy was her family. She was a devoted mother to Dennis Roberts Jr., Michelle Roberts Ford, and Chaun Roberts, and a loving "Granny" to Tiffany, Andrew, and Ava. Her home overflowed with love, wisdom, soulful meals, and laughter. A woman of deep faith, Gloria lived by Proverbs 4:7: "Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding." She touched lives with her counsel, kindness, and unwavering belief in forgiveness and grace. Gloria is survived by her children: Dennis Godfrey Roberts Jr. (Chaun), Michelle Roberts Ford (Harold); grandchildren: Tiffany Roberts, Andrew Ford, and Ava Ford; sister: Veleta Ann Whitaker Wilson; along with beloved cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family, and countless friends who will forever cherish her memory. Services Friday, September 19, 2025 Sugar Land Mortuary, 1818 Eldridge Rd., Sugar Land, TX 77478 The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., with services to follow at 11:00 a.m. Luncheon to immediately follow. Inurnment to be announced.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Sep. 16, 2025.

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Ronelda Gonzalez

Yesterday

My thoughts are with you. May you find strength , courage and peace in this tough time. You are in my prayers.
Love you all

Louise Shanklin

September 19, 2025

Rest in Peace my dear friend. I will always remember your kind heart. Love you forever

Robbie McAllister

September 18, 2025

May God Bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Patsy Roberts

September 18, 2025

I would like to convey my deepest sympathy to the Gloria Jean Roberts family.
As life goes on, remember the good and happy times. Remember that even though she is not here physically, she is still with you. Remember that a part of her lives in you and you are not alone.

Sammy Smoots

September 17, 2025

Dennis and Michelle, you have my sincerest condolences.

clarence v. roberson Jr.

September 15, 2025

Gloria Jean Roberts is a mother's mother. A mother-in-law's mother-in-law. She is a grandmother's grandmother. She is an aunt's aunt. A cousin's cousin. A sibling's sibling. A friend's friend. A confidante's confidante. A friend's friend. A neighbor's neighbor. A baby-sitter's babysitter. (including pet dogs) A mentor's mentor. An advisor's advisor. A prayer warrior's prayer warrior. A saint's saint. A home cook's cook. Gloria Jean Roberts's intentional wisdom was covered with a fresh anointing and she shared Godly knowledge and understanding of the living word with anyone who dared to listen. GJR will be sorely, sorely missed by her immediate family, all of her relatives, friends, and anyone who had the opportunity to meet her even in passing. As a very, very, close cousin of mine, Gloria Jean Roberts left a legacy that I am extremely proud to be a part of.... GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN....!!!!!!!! love you Gloria with all my heart.....!!!!!!!!!!!

Love , the Huynh-Ozturk and the Huynh Families

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Vivian Jones

September 14, 2025

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

VIVIAN JONES

September 14, 2025

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Karen Stephenson

September 13, 2025

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Osie Stubblefield

September 13, 2025

Gloria was such a wonderful neighbor in Houston Gardens, and my mother loved her like a daughter. She wasn´t just part of the neighborhood, she was part of our family. Always kind, thoughtful, and full of love, Gloria had a way of making everyone smile. She gave so much of herself to the neighbors around her, and our lives are better because of her. We will always hold her close in our hearts and carry her memory with love.

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