Maurianne Burton Roberson

1930 - 2024

Maurianne Burton Roberson

May 16, 1930 - October 3, 2024

Maurianne Burton Roberson passed away at the age of 94 on October 3, 2024, at her home in Richmond, Virginia. She was born to J. Russell Burton, Sr., and Susie B. Burton on May 16, 1930. Though she spent the first year of her life in Georgia, she lived the rest of her 94 years in Richmond. Maurianne's life was filled with family, friends, and music.

Maurianne was predeceased by her husband of 65 years, William "Bill" K. Roberson, Jr. She is survived by sons W. Kelly Roberson, III, and J. Craig Roberson, Sr.; daughter Mary Kay Roberson Koenig; daughters-in-law Dianne B. Roberson and Jane V. Roberson; grandchildren James C. Roberson, Jr. (husband to Amanda Roberson), Justin C. Roberson (husband to Katelin Hill Roberson), and Carey B. Roberson (wife to Varun Keshri); and five great-grandchildren.

Maurianne graduated from John Marshall High School and attended Westhampton College before marrying Bill and starting a family. She lived a good life and loved her large family dearly. She was a fixture in the lives of her children and grandchildren, and was affectionately known as "Nana" by many. Nothing made her light up like young children, especially her great-grandchildren. She will be remembered by her family, friends, church community, and neighbors as a generous, kind, and giving person.

In addition to family and friends, music was a significant aspect of her life. Maurianne began playing piano while in early elementary school. By the time she was in 5th grade, she was playing for school events. During her high school years, she was invited to play piano for choral groups at the University of Richmond, as well as the organ at Weatherford Memorial Baptist Church. By the time she was 18, she was playing the organ at Grace Baptist Church, where she continued to play for more than 30 years. She played for countless weddings and funerals around the Richmond area. She was exceptional at accompanying choirs and soloists.

A memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 10, at Grace Baptist Church. To attend the service virtually www.youtube.com/GraceBaptistChurchofRichmond. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made in her memory to the music ministry of Grace Baptist Church at www.rvagrace.org/give.

The family also wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to Maurianne's wonderful, loving caregivers: Lisa James, Jennifer James, Wendy James, Janella James, Jada James, Kadena Griffin, and Sha'Quim Knight.