Richard R. Roberts, 76, of Nitro, passed away peacefully due to
complications of a long-term kidney disease on Sunday, June 24, 2012 at Thomas Memorial Hospital.

Richard was born on June 29, 1935 and was the son of the late Bertha Carnes. Richard was a Christian and served the Lord faithfully for many years.

Richard was a one-of-a-kind individual who greatly loved his family, especially Pat, his wife of almost 52 years. He played the guitar and loved watching detective shows, like Columbo and NCIS. He was a generous and loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He had a great sense of humor.

He is survived by his wife, Mary "Pat" Roberts, of Nitro; son, Richard Mark Roberts (Sherdena) of Gray, TN; daughters, Debra Webster (David) of Saint Albans, and Patty Blake (Michael) of Nitro. He is also survived by several grandchildren, Ashley and Benjamin Roberts of Nitro, Mouin and Alison Roberts of Gray, TN, Ian and Mary Webster of Saint Albans, and Natalie and Richard Campbell of Nitro; sister, Janet Wright (David) of Goldsboro, NC; and brother, Jimmy Carnes of Saint Albans. He also leaves behind his special little dog he named Bill.

The Family would like to thank Dr. David Mullett and the nurses at Thomas Memorial ICU/CCU who provided compassionate and comforting care during his final days. The family would also like to thank Greater Charleston Dialysis and Dr. Julian L. Espiritu who provided care to Richard for the past 6 ½ years. We would especially like to thank the friends of Bill W., who were true friends to the end.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, June 27, at Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar, with Elder Joe Miller officiating. Burial will follow in Forrest Memorial Park, Milton.

Friends may gather with the family one hour prior to service at Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar.