Clyde C Roberts

December 21, 1937 - February 7, 2016

Clyde C. Roberts went home to be with Jesus on February 7, 2016. Born December 21, 1937 in Howell County, Missouri to Frankie L. and Katie (Johnson) Roberts; he was 78 years old. Clyde loved his bluegrass music, especially Bluegrass Gospel. He played in a bluegrass band called The Revelations, in which he played the banjo and did much of the lead singing. Clyde was a Christian and loved studying the Word of God until he was unable when he almost went blind many years ago. Now he is intently gazing into Heaven seeing the Lord's face and all his previously passed loved ones. Clyde is preceded in death by his parents; one son, Danny Ray Roberts; one daughter, Esther Jean Roberts; and one brother, Willie Roberts. He is survived by his wife of 57 years Ovene; five children, Stephen Roberts (Lisa) of Willow Springs; Deborah Macomber (Mark) of Cabool; Bruce Roberts (Carol) of Willow Springs; Mary Beth Ely (Eric) of Willow Springs; Jade Roberts of the home; as well as 7 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. He is further survived by his brothers, Doyle Roberts of Yacolt, Washington; Jerry, Ronnie, and Eddie Roberts all of Willow Springs, Mo. A graveside service will be held Monday, February 8, 2016, at the Pine Grove Cemetery at 2:00 PM with Lloyd Collins and Jeff Conger officiating. Shirley Collins will sing "On the Far Side Banks of Jordan." Arrangements are under the direction of Willow Funeral Home.