William ‘Bill’ Barrier Roberts, 61, of Huntsville, passed away Saturday, June 6, 2020. Bill (Roscoe to many) had an infections personality making lifelong friends wherever he went. Bill always had a smile and a few jokes ready, making you laugh or blush, no matter who you were. Simply put, people were drawn to his Larger-Than-Life personality. Bill learned to play hockey when he was 5 and was a founding player for UAH’s hockey team. There he was introduced as “Big Bad Bill from Billy Goat Hill” by the announcer. He was also an avid NASCAR and Bama Fan. Bill founded and operated several successful businesses over the years, but will forever be remembered as a loving father, brother, and friend to many, with a big smile and a large heart.
Survivors include his daughters, Tricia and Lee Ann; and siblings, Owen, Marian, Ann, and Carl.
A graveside service will be at 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 12th, at Maple Hill Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Friends of UAH Hockey, c/o Bryant Bank, 320 Pelham Ave., SW, Suite 100, Huntsville AL 35801-5051.
