Old Lyme- Emily Minor Roberts, 76, of 34 Champlain Dr. Died Tuesday, September 25th at her residence with her family by her side. Mrs. Roberts was born in Pontiac, MI the daughter of Lancelot and Dorothy(Gail) Minor. She married the love of her life Douglas William Roberts on June 19, 1964. She was employed as a teacher in the Old Lyme Schools for many years. She was a selfless teacher, who went out of her way for her kids. She had the most amazing smile, which lit up a room. She always looked at the positive side of life, and believed in the wonder and beauty of the world around her. She believed that we should all appreciate the beauty of nature and the good in us all. She loved her family and would defend them passionately. Her love affair with her husband of 54 years was epic and eternal. She will forever be a “Nurd”, an SOS girl and a fine friend to so many. Her kazoo playing and dancing was legendary and it wasn’t a Birthday unless Em sang to you with Dad in toe. She had strong faith and always made sure she gave to others. Volunteering at the local soup kitchen, taking flowers to people who needed a lift, and teaching Sunday school. Life is a Blast!! Keep your foot on the soft peddle and don’t let the music stop. Now pull out your white hanky and say good bye to Emily, she will be forever in our hearts and minds. Love you Mom.
Mrs Roberts is survived by her husband Douglas of over 54 years, daughter Doree Rae Wilcox of Ivoryton, sons Douglas William Roberts of Old Lyme and David Lance Roberts of MI, and eight grandchildren who meant the world to her.
A Celebration of life will be held on October 13th, 2018 at Griswold Point in Old Lyme CT at 2pm. Fulton Theroux Funeral Home, Old Lyme, CT is handling the arrangements.
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