James Donald Roberts, of Pelham, Alabama, passed away on Sunday, January 3, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents Samuel Emory Roberts and Lavada Hughes Roberts; brother Emory Lamar Roberts.
He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years Sally Hill Roberts; children, William Donald Roberts, Samuel Keith Roberts (Gerri), James Kirk Roberts (Stephanie); grandchildren, Samuel Preston Roberts (Mandy), Savannah Roberts Boykin (Connor), Wilson Mathew Roberts, William Henry Roberts; great grandchildren Samuel Emory Roberts, William Beau Boykin, Benjamin Keith Roberts and many nieces and nephews.
Born in Talladega, Alabama in 1934, Don was a loving husband, father, grandfather and loyal friend. After graduating from Livingston University, he began a passionate 42-year career with the Boy Scouts of America. Don was a strong leader, an accomplished athlete, master storyteller and adored by all who knew him.
A private graveside service will be held in Talladega on Saturday, January 16, 2021. A celebration of his life will be held in summer of 2021.
In lieu of flowers the family ask that you consider a donation in Don’s name to:
Montevallo Presbyterian Church
P.O. Box 456
Montevallo, Alabama 35115
Or
Children’s Harbor, 1 Our Children’s Highway
Alexander City, AL 35010
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