Steven Roberts

On February 20, 2026, Steven B. Roberts of Springfield, Missouri passed away peacefully at the age of 77 years. He dedicated his life to serve in the community and ministry. Steve served in the U.S. Navy, receiving a National Defense Service medal. He earned his Bachelor of General Studies, History of Scientific Ideas with emphasis in math, physics, and Space Sciences from the University of Texas at Dallas.

Steve follows his mother, Nelle Roberts; father, Cecil Clarence Roberts; and his brother, Kenneth Roberts in death. He is survived by his wife, Sheila Roberts; stepdaughter, Kim Neal; stepson, Rob Freeman; daughter-in-law, Emily Freeman, granddaughters, Cassidy Steward and Bailey Banks; grandsons, Josh Steward and Parker Banks; two great-grandchildren; Steve's brother, Cecil (Sandy) Roberts; sister-in-law, Yolanda Roberts; nieces, Jessica Roberts and Lindsey Roberts; nephews, Christopher Navarro and John Paul Roberts; and son-in-law, Chris Bryan.

Steve loved the Lord and served as Deacon at Eastern Hills Baptist Church, Garland, Texas. He is a member of Second Baptist Church, Springfield, Missouri. Steve worked at Union Gospel Missions in Dallas, Texas. He loved his computers, astronomy, and his duct tape. Steve spent hours in his studies of the bible.

Donations may be made to your local church or Union Gospel Mission, 3211 Irving Blvd. Dallas, Texas 75247. Celebration of Life service to be announced at a later date.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Service of Springfield, MO.