Published: April 13, 2008 01:05 am            

Delbert ‘Dennis’ Roberts

Graveside services for Delbert “Dennis” Roberts are scheduled for 10 a.m. Tuesday at Sunset Memorial Gardens with longtime friend Dick Gaches officiating. Services are under the direction of Palmer-Marler-Carberry Funeral Home.

Dennis was born Aug. 23, 1940 to Alva and Edna (Rhodes) Roberts in Hoffman, Okla. He passed from this life on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at Stillwater Medical Center.

Dennis grew up and attended school in the Hoffman-Miami area. He married Fern I. Donaldson on Aug. 23, 1959 in Perry. Dennis was a member of the 45th Infantry Division of the U.S. Army for six years, ending his duties in March 1966. He was a member of the Stillwater Elks Lodge 1859, and the Stillwater Moose Lodge. He owned Dennis Roberts Trenching and Earth Moving for several years, retiring in 2000. His hobbies included bowling, fishing, woodworking, and hunting. He was a good husband and an all-around big-hearted, fun-loving guy.

He is survived by wife Fern of the home and many family and friends. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Lung Association, 3160 West Britton Road Suite E, Oklahoma City, 73120. Condolences may be sent using our online guestbook at www.pmcfh.com

        

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