Date Of Birth: November 25, 1941
Date Of Death: February 16, 2011
Bernard “Bernie� Roberts, 69, of Indianapolis passed away February 16, 2011 at his home.
Survivors include his wife of 35 years, Phebe (Schnepf) Roberts of Indianapolis;
four children, Jennifer (Simon) Jorgenson of Cincinnati, Jodi (Ron) Pitcock of Greenwood, Rod Wilson of Scottsburg and Kyle (Grace) Wilson of Upland, CA; six grandchildren, Aven Jorgenson, Haleigh Pitcock, Blake and Courtney Wilson,
Nathalie Brennan and Fatima Iwasaki; four brothers, Loren Roberts, Forrest Roberts, Tom Roberts and Don Roberts and a sister, Wilma Jean Sloan.
He retired from Housing & Urban Development (Indianapolis) in 2010, where he worked as a Property Manager for 23 years. He enjoyed Civil War re-enacting and woodworking.
A memorial gathering to celebrate his life will be held on Saturday, March 5, 2011 at 1:00 at Acton Baptist Church, 11039 Exchange St., Indianapolis, IN 46259. Pastor Marie Weiss will be conducting the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the re-enactors’ group, Hoosier Civil War Artillery Assoc., 2509 Euchlid Ave., Muncie, IN 47304.
Marcos Ida Zavala says
Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel for you and your family. We are here to help, support, and do whatever you need done, with thoughts of peace and courage for you and your family. Your neighbors, Marcos & Ida Zavala
Bill Shaw says
I was so sad to hear about Bernie’s passing. He was such a good person who was kind to all who he met. His life was a testament to his Christianity. God bless to him and his family.
Susan Pardue says
Phebe, I’m so sorry for you and your family losing your husband and father. I am out of town but Steve Adams called to tell me. I know you have strong faith to get you through your time of grief. My sincere condolences. Susan Pardue