David E. Roberts, 67, of Dandridge, TN formerly of Griffithsville, born November 6, 1947 passed away unexpectedly Saturday, June 13, 2015 at home.
He served in the U. S. Navy. He began working at Dupont in Richmond, Va, and also worked at Union Carbide in Institute, Suttle Motors in New Port News, Va., and Cabinet Works, LLC in Jefferson City, TN.
David loved Tennessee football, but followed the WVU Mountaineers. He also enjoyed NASCAR.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William (Billy) and Velma Runyan Roberts.
He is survived by his son, Patrick Roberts of South Charleston; brother, William (Brenda) Roberts of Hurricane; sister, Carolyn McMellon of Alum Creek; uncle, Jack (Twila) Runyan; aunt, Margie Lipscomb; and many other relatives and friends here and also in Tennessee and will be dearly missed by all.
A memorial will be held 7:00 p.m. Monday, June 29th, at Independent Missionary Baptist Church, 2309 Childress Road, Alum Creek with Pastor Frank Chapman officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Per his request, David was cremated and his ashes were spread over Douglas Lake in Tennessee.
The family would like to express a special Thank You to William Roberts for his help in our time of need.