Jerry Roberts

Jerry Roberts obituary

Jerry Roberts

Jerry Roberts Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dowden-Roberts Funeral Home - Heavener on Oct. 30, 2025.

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Jerry David Roberts of Heavener, Oklahoma was born March 3, 1955 in Cameron, Oklahoma to Willie Edward and Vera Madge (Godwin) Roberts and passed away on October 28, 2025 in Little Rock, Arkansas at the age of 70.

He is survived by:

His companion:

Donna Ingram of the home

One sister:

Nita Day of Red Bluff, California

One brother:

John Roberts of Heavener, Oklahoma

One niece:

Jeannie M. Garton of Red Bluff, California

Numerous other loved ones and a host of friends

He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Vera Roberts; six brothers Leroy Roberts, James Edward Roberts, Ned Weldon Roberts, Bob Edward Roberts, Delbert Leon Roberts, and Melvin Ray Roberts; and two sisters, Ruthie May Menke and Jewel Leona Hail.

Jerry was a longtime resident of the area, was a graduate of Howe High School, and a carpenter. Jerry enjoyed spending time outdoors and with his family and friends. He will be deeply missed by his family and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

No services are scheduled at this time.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Dowden-Roberts Funeral Home of Heavener, Oklahoma.

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