Earnest Roberts Jr.

Life's Reflection

Earnest Roberts Jr, 77 passed away on Sunday November 15th, 2020 at Providence Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas.  Earnest was born on Dec. 7, 1942 in Vaiden, Mississippi to Earnest Sr. and Lula Reid (Cain) Roberts.  Earnest grew up in KCK where he graduated from Summer High School.  After high school, Earnest went on to attend junior college as well as UMKC in Kansas City, MO. Earnest served in the military (Army) achieving the rank of Sargent . Earnest retired from General Motors after over 40 years of service. He contributed to multiple charities including St. Jude Children’s Hospital, Easter Seals, Disabled Veterans, MS Society and many cancer associations.

Earnest is survived by his sisters Anna Barr (Tim) and Juanita Platt (Zel), and longtime friend Francine Bolden; his nieces Sharrion Edwards and Na’lisa Herron, his nephews Tyrone Hogan and Christopher Blaurock and other relatives.

Earnest was loved by several godchildren and close friends.  He will be remembered for his quick wit, unforgettable smile and loving nature.

A memorial service will be held at Thatcher’s Funeral Home (1520 North 5th St, Kansas City, KS) on Saturday, November 28th, 2020.  Visitation 9:00-11:00, then service for immediate family only 11:00- 1:00.  Burial following at Highlands Cemetery, all are welcome at graveside.

‘Love is patient, love is kind.  It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.  It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.  Love does not delight in evil, but rejoices with the truth.  It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.’

  1 Cor. 13:4-8

Earnest entered the world surrounded by love, lived his life in love and departed with love

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