Norman Floyd Roberts Jr.

Norm (also known as “Pop Pop”) is predeceased by his wife, Mary Jo Catlin Roberts; son, Mark Randall Roberts; sisters: Joan Roberts Bolton, Carolyn Roberts McGregor, and Mary Lou Roberts. Norman is survived by his children: Gregg Roberts, Tracey Phelps, Kim (Jim) Little, and Jennifer (Michael) Eaton; his siblings: Nancy Roberts Landry, Charles Roberts, Donald Roberts, Phillip Roberts, Paula Roberts Morgan; his grandchildren: Emilie (Patrick) Adams, Jacob Little, Bryce Little, Jeremy (Jamie) Eaton and Spencer Eaton; his great grandchildren: Remington Adams, Rhett Adams, and Revere Adams; and numerous beloved nieces and nephews. His love for all of them was limitless.

Norm’s pride showed when he spoke of his birthplace, Mobile, Alabama. He spent much of his childhood in Fairhope and Mobile Bay fishing, boating, and hunting. As a young man, he owned a small business that utilized his technical skills gained in the Aviation division of the Navy. Norm was a system engineer for International Business Machines (IBM) and participated in the launching of the first personal computer. In the 1970’s, he moved to Florida settling with his family in the historic community of Mandarin. After a successful career with IBM, he became a licensed Real Estate Broker and member of the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors.

Norm was an active member of the Mandarin Community Club, Election Poll volunteer, Kiwanis International, Austin-Healey Club, and Boy Scouts of America. His generosity reached friend and stranger through his patronage to a variety of charities. As a member of the Episcopal Church of Our Saviour, he served many years on the vestry as junior and senior warden. His strong faith and love of God is evident in his extensive volunteer hours. He defined renaissance man with his musical talent, intelligence in areas of math and science, a love of reading, and athletic abilities. Although his hobbies were many, he especially loved the outdoors, cars, and politics. Being a provider, advisor, and stronghold for his family gave him the most joy.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Fresh Ministries (www.freshministries.org) and Wounded Warriors Project (www.woundedwarriorsproject.org).

A visitation for Norman will be held Monday, July 31, 2023 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home, 11801 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32223. A funeral service will occur Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at 10:00 AM at Church of Our Saviour, 12236 Mandarin Rd #1813, Jacksonville, FL 32223. A graveside service will occur immediately after the service, at Mandarin Cemetery, Mandarin Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32223.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hgmandarin.com for the Roberts family.