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Brent Roberts Obituary
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 11th at New Life Community Church of the Nazarene of Pismo Beach.
Brent was born in Bakersfield Jan. 24, 1961. He graduated from South High School and Cal State Bakersfield.
Brent's passion for people and history led him to volunteer in the CCMMA, Port San Luis Lighthouse Keepers, Piedras Blancas, Lighthouse, Junior Achievement, and the Handyman Ministry of a local church. He was a real estate appraiser for several Central Coast banks, most recently, Mid-State Bank and Trust.
Brent's kind and generous spirit of love and commitment to his family, God and friends will always be remembered, and his loss will be greatly felt.
Brent is lovingly missed and remembered by his wife, Margaret; brother, Wayne; sister, Jeanne Mestaz and husband, Tim; nieces and nephews, Stephanie and Jeannette Mestaz, Carman Richmond and Mark Roberts and Colleen Bivens and Ross Kelly; and aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Brent was preceded in death by his parents, Herb and Mona Roberts, and sister, Norma Kelly.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Port San Luis Lighthouse Keepers, P.O. Box 13556, San Luis Obispo, CA 93406.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Brent Roberts
Jeanne Johnson
March 8, 2005
Dear Margaret and Jeanne,
I'm so sorry for your lost. Although I have not seen Brent in a number of years, I know if I saw him on the street, it would be as if we talked yesterday. He was a great guy. We had lots of fun at South High in the band. It was a great sorrow to read about his untimely passing in our local paper. Please extend my greatest sympathies to you all.
Valerie Moya
March 5, 2005
Dear Brent,
Well dear, sweet, Brent, it has been a month since we found you on that fateful night of your passing in your little apartment in Arroyo Grande. Monica was waiting for you to pick her up for your Akido classes that you have shared since November. That day feels like yesterday to us. It was both a fabulous day and the worst day all rolled into one. We remember that Superbowl Sunday like it was yesterday, sharing the day, having dinner, watching the game, reading bedtime stories before you left for the night. We see you everywhere we turn, at the kitchen sink, on the couch, sitting on the floor next to Monica's bed, in the yard playing soccer........The tears have not yet stopped and I don't expect that they will for a long time. Your actions showed your love for us and your desires for your future. Although you are not with us now and the dream of your own family is lost forever, we will never forget the gift of your time and love that we received on a daily basis. Your loving spirit lives on in all of us. At your service, Stewart spoke of the things you were trying to teach those Junior Achievement students. Well, I don't know how many of them really felt your impact during that short time.......but, I do know that one child will never forget the man that loved her, trusted and believed in her and taught her respect for others. It was you my friend! Bye for now...
Jennie Schwarzkopf
March 1, 2005
Oh, Brent. Why did you have to leave us to soon? The tears still won't quit. I know you are happy and at peace, but it's us mortals that are so lonely & sad. I remember our long talks sprinkled with tears & laughter. We always said we were related in our past lives & I still believe we were. I will miss you, but will carry you in my heart forever.
Jennie Schwarzkopf
POPEYE THORNBER
March 1, 2005
Dear Margaret...I just received a note from Sally Krenn about Brent's passing. Yes, like so many others, I'm quite stunned. About a month ago, I had requested info on how to get back into contact with Brent, as I wanted to ask his permission to become my estate manager should I ever have need for one. I have known Brent since 1996, I think, meeting him at the Lighthouse. He and I became sort of special pals when it came to the “Trail” and the “Lighthouse”. It was always such a special treat to have him on the trail walks, then to listen to his historical renditions of what/when/who and such about the Lighthouse. I now live in the Panhandle of Idaho, not missing the Morro Bay area, but missing and loving the people I knew thereabouts. Brent was somewhat of a hero to me, as his interests were so close to mine. ie: the resurrection/restoration of the Lighthouse and the mobilization of the Maritime Museum. Be proud, pretty lady, for you were married to a really super great guy. Sincerely, Popeye Thornber
Denise Harris
February 22, 2005
Margaret and family:
I hope you are still finding solace in the love and support of your friends and family after the beautiful memorial service for Brent. I wish I could have celebrated memories of his life with you after the service but my appt. at work could not be delayed. I want you to know that if you need anything or just want to talk some day - please email me and I will be there.
In Sympathy;
Denise Harris
Class of 1979 South High School
D Vicars
February 17, 2005
You were so wonderful with your little buddy allways waiting so paitently for her to be done with her activity. I cant say enough about you brightening her life and how her eyes sparkled when her buddy showed up to get her. She was so proud to know you and loves you unconditionally. I feel her pain everyday and know that someday it will go away but you my friend will never be forgotten. Last night I had a chance to talk with your other friend and how much I just wanted to reach up to the heavens and grab you back for them. My heart bleed all night as I cried for my friends I couldnt understand why I was so deeply upset I cant get over the love that you all poured out to eachother and how you were a deep insperation to them both.I wish I could do something to help but I promise you and the heavens I will help whatever way I can. Thank you Brent for all you've done you will be missed
Kris and Terry Batlowski
February 17, 2005
Dearest Margaret:
Terry and I will never forget the fun times we shared with you and Brent, the Christmas parties at MP and G's, the bar-b-ques and birthday parties. We know that you shared a very special love with Brent, and that his love for you will never end. May those thougths and the Grace of God sustain you in the days ahead.
Buddies Forever,
Terry and Kris
HARLAN &MAIZIE HILL
February 12, 2005
DEAR MARGARET,JEANNIE,&WAYNE.
WHEN THE FAHSBENDERS WROTE US ABOUT BRENT--I COULDN'T BELIEVE IT. AS YOU KNOW BRENT,FRANK,AND MATT WERE VERY GOOD FRIENDS AND SO WERE WE WITH THE WHOLE FAMILY. EVEN THOUGH WE RETIRED AND MOVED FROM BAKERSFIELD 15 YEARS AGO,WE STILL HAVE WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF LIVING AT 936 LOCH LOMOND DR. WE WILL NEVER FORGET BRENT PLAYING WITH OUR BOYS, MATT AND FRANK. HOW THEY LOVED PLAYING POOL BASEBALL AND SHARING FIREWORKS ON THE FOURTH. BRENT WAS MORE LIKE ANOTHER SON TO HARLAN AND I. HE WAS A VERY SPECIAL AND KIND PERSON. HE WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR MEMORIES. MAY GOD BLESS HIM AND HIS FAMILY.
HARLAN AND MAIZIE HILL
neil farrell
February 11, 2005
Brent was a visionary. His vision for paying homage to Morro Bay and SLO County's maritime past will not be forgotten. His vision of a maritime museum in Morro Bay and a fully restored lighthouse at Port San Luis are noble and fitting memorials to him. He was a friend and a very kind man.
The Two Budddies
February 11, 2005
Valerie Moya
February 11, 2005
Dear Brent,
On the night of your passing, your little buddy wrote the following farewell. Everyone that I've read it to is amazed at her ability for such a young age. You truly believed in her ability and I couldn't read this on her behalf today at your memorial, but I couldn't let it be unshared.
A Goodbye Poem by Monica Moseley
Dear Lord,
Things Happen.
It Happened.
I took a photo of when he was a kid.
I took one of when it was yesterday.
In my mind,
I cry,
She cries,
Everyone cries.
Nice, caring, funny person.
Goodbye Big Buddy & Amigo
Love,
Monica
Ryan Koch
February 11, 2005
I only had the honor of knowing Brent for a brief time, but rarely have I ever encountered a person of such kindness and caring. Though he will be greatly missed, he was, and will continue to be, a source of inspiration.
Annette Egan
February 11, 2005
Margaret,
Please always remember that you are loved. I know this is a very hard time for you and pray that you always remember that your friends and family are there for you to lean on. I love you Annette
Terry & Judy Ann Cross
February 10, 2005
Brent is one of those very special friends with whom you can just pick up with where you left off the last time. Lord willing, we'll pick up again in Heaven. For now though, we miss him sorely, and our heartfelt prayers are with the whole family.
Love in Christ,
Stephen Steger
February 10, 2005
Your compassionate and caring presence will be missed in Aikido, and in my life. May the Lord recieve you in love and provide solace to all of your family and friends.
David L. Williams
February 10, 2005
Margaret. Please accept my deepest, heartfelt prayers for you for your loss. Even though Brent and I played South High baseball for four years and hung out for a couple of years after high school, we unfortunately did not cross paths again after he moved to the coast. However I still hold wonderful memories of Brents sense of humor (when we least suspected something funny he would pop something off that would crack us up) and rides in his blue Mustang. I have to confess seeing his name and face this morning in the paper hit me in the stomach like bricks. Brent is unique and will be missed by all who knew him.
God Bless you Margaret.
David L. Williams
South '79
Nicole Batlowski
February 10, 2005
Margaret & Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences, my heart goes out to you & your family during this sad time. Margaret, I wish I could be there to give you a hug -- I love you dearly & I know that god is taking care of you. Hope to see you soon. Lots of Love, Nicole
Lisa Moseley
February 10, 2005
"I know at times you do not feel close to God and your life's hardships have left you questioning His love for you. He is using you to educate, to enlighten, and to remind us not to take life for granted. Remember that hope is what will sustain you and faith will always set you free. God is working miracles through you so be still and listen." Farewell my brave friend. Thank you for your love, friendship and inspiration.
Monica Moseley
February 10, 2005
Goodbye big buddy & amigo. Thank you for making a difference in my life.
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