Clyde Evertt Roberts 1912-1984

Clyde Evertt Roberts, son of Charley and Myrtle Bell Ferguson Roberts, was born August 3, 1912 in Hancock, Missouri and departed this life May 20, 1984 at his home in Richland, at the age of 71 years.

He was united in marriage with Bernice Fritts, July 1, 1936 and to this union was born one daughter, who survives.

Clyde professed his faith in Christ and was baptized at an early age, becoming a member of the Dublin Church. He later moved his membership to Grace Baptist Church where he remained a member.

Clyde and his family lived in Richland most of his life, however they made their home in Springfield for several years, where Clyde was employed as a driver for Springfield Refrigeration Company and for White Castle Cleaning. In 1961 he returned to Richland and spent the remainder of his life. While in Richland Clyde owned and operated Robert’s Cleaning Service, was employed at Fort Leonard Wood, at Payne Chevrolet, and operated the Highlander Laundry Mat for several years. He enjoyed fishing and gardening and being with his grandson and granddaughter.

Clyde is survived by his wife Bernice, one daughter Shirley Carroll of Richland; one sister Ruth Osborn of Kansas City, Missouri; one granddaughter, Tammy and one grandson Ricky, both of Richland; as well as other relatives and a host of many friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Clifford and Cleo, and one sister Mary Roberts.

Services for Clyde E. Roberts were held Tuesday, May 22 1984 at 11:00 a.m. at the Colonial Funeral Chapel. Officiating at the services was Lee Todd. Music was provided by Dwight Roam, soloist and DeLores Shadel, organist. Burial was in the Oaklawn Cemetery. Escorts were: Dale Fritts, Gene Fritts, Leroy Jeffries, Bill Goforth, George Nelson, and Dorel Eaken. Under the direction of Colonial Funeral Chapel of Richland, Missouri.