He was born July 1, 1929 in Stamford, CT., a son of Joseph & Catherine Hogan Roberts.
Mr. Roberts graduated from Stamford High School then enlisted in the United States Air Force. He received the Korean Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, and the Good Conduct Medal. After his honorable discharge, he worked as a Lather for 10 years. He and his brother owned and operated a building supply company, and he retired in 1992. Following his retirement, he and his wife moved to Palm Coast. He was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Palm Coast VFW Post 8696, and Palm Coast Stamp Club. He enjoyed playing pool and spending time with his family.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, the former Sally Diane Straus, whom he married June 7, 1958. Three children, Terry (Dennis Canaday) Roberts of Hudson, FL.; Kris Roberts of Ft. Wayne, IN.; Debra (Matthew) Murawski of West Lafayette, IN.; Four Grandchildren, John Abelkis, Ariel Murawski, Jessica Murawski, and C. J. Murawski.
Family and friends will be received from 12:00 -1:00 PM at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Saturday, September 1, 2018 for a celebration of life. A Funeral Mass will be held at the same location at 1:00 PM, followed by Military Honors. Afterwards, friends and family are invited to join in the memory of John at a repose at VFW Post 8629.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests Memorial Contributions be made in Mr. Robert’s name to Palm Coast VFW, Post 8696, 47 Old Kings Road North, Palm Coast FL 32137; or the Wounded Warriors Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS., 66675.
Condolences may be sent to www.craigflaglerpalms.com
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