Jerry Wayne Roberts, 66, of Trinity passed away peacefully at his home February 1, 2014. He was born November 2, 1947, in Talladega to the late James Roberts and Ilva Lou Moss Defenthaler. He was a U.S. Army veteran. After serving in the military, he began a career at General Motors in Pontiac, Michigan, and later transferred to Tuscaloosa. After retirement, he lived happily in Trinity.
Mr. Roberts was preceded in death by his parents, James K. Roberts and Ilva Lou Moss Defenthaler; twin sister, Jane Sweet and brother, James R. Roberts.
He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife, Judy Roberts; daughters, Nichole Hart, Mandy Martin (Chris), Chrissy Slusher; son, Nickie Slusher (Posha); seven grandchildren; brothers, A.Z. Tucker (Elizabeth), Gar Defenthaler (Toni); sister, Martha Sparks; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Bread of Life Church in Trinity on February 8, 2014, at 7 p.m. with the Reverend Oscar Gray officiating.
