From the family of Gene Roberts

DAYTON, December 15, 2009 - The family of Gene Roberts wishes to thank the community for their efforts in the recovery of Mr. Roberts and support they have received.

Mr. Adolph Gene Roberts was born to Bobbie Gene Roberts and Lillian Mosley-Roberts on October 2, 1964, in Liberty, Texas. He grew up in Dayton (Low Woods Subdivision), Texas.

Gene professed Christ at an early age and was baptized at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. He attended Dayton High School and was a graduate of the class of 1984. Gene received an athletic scholarship from North Texas State University in Denton, Texas. After college, he entered the work field where he worked for numerous companies. Until his death, he was employed by Quikcrete in Raywood, Texas for over ten years as a truck driver.

On December 16, 1989 he was united in holy matrimony to Linda August, until his death. His passion has always revolved around horses. Gene was a horse trainer, roper, and as well cattleman. He was a member of the American Quarter Horse Association and Anahuac Salt Grass Association for years. Gene competed in the top level calf roping event.

Adolph Gene Roberts was preceded in death by his grandparents: Zack Roberts Sr. & Aline Roberts, Ledric Mosley & Maude Braxton; his father: Bobbie Gene Roberts.

He leaves in celebration of life his mother - Lillian Roberts-Williams; wife - Linda M. Roberts; five daughters - Rajeanea' Thomas, Ashley August, Amy August, Rhocana Kirkwood, and Linda Roberts; one son - Daimein August; two brothers - Daune Sanders (Linda), Glenn Roberts (Kim); one sister - Betty Perry (Jimmy); five grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

When it seemed that our loss was too great to bear, we looked up and saw our friends were there. Far too many times when our loved ones are gone, we need more than a shoulder to lean on. While our eyes were filled with tears, you were there to hold us near. While our hearts and faces were full of grief, God blessed you with words of relief.

The family of Adolph Gene Roberts would like to express their gratitude to all who played a part in the search for their loved one. We appreciate everyone who helped and volunteered during the search for Gene Roberts. We are so thankful for the love and support from all the area churches, businesses, and law enforcement agencies, during this time of sorrow.

Thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you .from The Family of Gene Roberts.