Michael Andrews Roberts
January 19, 1961 ~ October 1, 2016
Resided in:
Greer, SC
Michael Andrew Roberts, 55, of Greer, SC, died on Saturday, October 1, 2016.
A native of Asheville, NC, Michael was a 1979 graduate of Asheville High School and was a member of the football team. He was a 1984 graduate of Appalachian State University, where he also played football. He was employed by SC State & Federal Probation and Parole Office for over 25 years.
He was a son of William Floyd and Carolyn "Jane" Rogers Roberts. He was preceded in death by his father.
Michael is survived by his wife, Margaret "Peggy" Young Roberts; a daughter, Brentley Michael Roberts and a son, Maxton Grey Roberts and daughter-in-law to be, Candace Spradlin and a granddaughter, Avalyn Parker Roberts. He is also survived by siblings, Thom Roberts and wife Robin; Joe Roberts and wife Becky; David Roberts; John Roberts and wife, Maria; Fran "Belle" Roberts Ball and husband, Keith.
Mike was loved and respected by his family, friends, coworkers, and the cycling community. He touched the lives of so many and he leaves behind many broken hearts.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, 11am at Fred W. Symmes Chapel (Pretty Place) in Cleveland, SC. In honor of Mike, casual dress is preferred.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Turning Point, 24 Bruce Rd, Greenville, SC 29605.
Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. is assisting the family.
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Dear Peggy
Our hearts are with you and yours, So sorry for your loss. Love you gays always
Mike Roberts encouraged me in the work I did helping addicts. I am forever grateful I had the opportunity to meet and get to know this man. He was always in my corner.
So Sorry for your loss. Mike was a classmate of mine and very well liked and respected. Praying for your family
I am so sorry to hear about Mike. My prayers are with the family and friends
Mike was a very kind hearted, gentle man. A dedicated co-worker @ U.S. Probation. My thoughts and prayers are extended to the entire Roberts Family. I pray you are comforted by the One who loves us so dearly. Know that many are praying for your strength. God is a very present help, in a time of trouble (Psalm 46:1).
Dear Family, although I do not know any of you personally, I considered Mike a very good friend. I retired from SC Probation, Pardon, and Parole Services in 2010. I was a Licensed Professional Counselor and Credentialed Addictions Counselor. I first came to know Mike back in the 1990’s. Mike was a true professional in every way. He had a difficult and often thankless job of working with criminal offenders. As an agent, first with the state and then federal government, Mike had the unique ability to hold offenders accountable while under his supervision, but he also had the unique characteristic of caring about offenders under his watch. He worked with them to change lives. I know that his loss is sudden and shocking. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God grant you peace in this troubling time.
I was just at a funeral of a friend yesterday. Then I saw what Wes posted. So, very shocked, way too young !! But God needed an Angel back!! Mike you were a great guy, from the first time I met you, you were always smiling!! I pray for comfort for all of your family and friends. It isn’t bye, but rather, I’ll see you later. Tanya
Mike was my Y buddy for over 20 years. He loved his family, friends and his sport. A better man, I’ve never known. We should always remember his laugh and his smile. His love was larger than his stature, and Mike was a big man! Much love to his family.
im sorry 4 ur loss and gods gain.i grew up went to school with him a awesome football player.god calls us .he will be missed.amen
To the Roberts family, from grammar school at St Joan of Arc to South French Broad and Asheville High, our ties to each other have always been. We have been an unspoken family. I am so saddened by this news. I can hear him laughing like we were at the Bazaar at S.J.A .(40 + years ago) outside being mischievous, to seeing that big smile on his face roaming the halls at Asheville High. Mike was and is one of the greatest guys you will ever want to meet. You all know that we the Demetris family know your pain all too well. There are no words to fill the loss. There is no rhyme or reason or how and why now. I can only tell you that God is your answer. He will strengthen you. Trust in him to heal you and your hearts. Listen to all the people Mike has touched throughout the years with his love, laughter and that Smile. We were all so blessed to be a part of his journey here on earth. As saddened as I am to hear this news for all of us left behind I am elated to know that my brothers Brian and Bruce Demetris will be getting one of their most favorite class mates Mike Roberts to laugh and cut up with in heaven. You know those are three Angels that will be looking out for all of us. Smile that Big Smile for Mike every time you think of him and know the love that your brother spread to so so many people here on earth was infectious. I pray that GOD will soften your sorrows and guide you through this difficult time. From that little tiny grammar school at St. Joan of Arc our family were and will always be connected through love and God. May God Bless all of you.
Jane, Thom, Joe, David, John, and Fran; I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Mike was such a nice man. Memories from childhood come to mind and he was always fun to be around. My condolences to all of you in this saddened time. God bless all of you and please know you are in my prayers!
Dear Peggy and All the Roberts family,
I have meet and know must of you. Mike played a huge part in my life and was like a member of my family. My mother and father loved Mike and he always looked over the well being of my sister while at ASU.
I am truly devastated and have so many memories of Mike and I that I become overwhelmed thinking about them. I am praying for all of you and I join you in your mourning. He was a dear friend, a great teammate and a wonderful person. Joey
Peggy, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Our deepest sympathy from your friends at Windstream.
We all loved Mike at US Probation. He was smart, funny, insightful, and a hard worker. Regrets, due to the hurricane, that I can not attend his service. You all are in my prayers and I pray for comfort and peace in your days ahead.
Many great memories of Mike at ASU. Thoughts and prayers with all the family during this difficult time. Peace be with you all!
Peggy, Brentley and Maxton, what a great example of love your family has always set’? My heart breaks for you and yours in the loss of a husband, father, grandfather and friend. Sending up sincere prayers for comfort.
Dear Roberts Family, my most sincere condolences to all of you! I’ll be thinking & praying for comfort and healing as you are going this difficult time. Our God has his plan in place long before we were even here. Now is the time to trust in him & give for the time we all had with Mike! During my AHS days with him I never heard anyone ever say a bad thing about Mike. My short scripture for your family during this time is Phil. 4:13. ‘I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.’! Take care, God bless you and your family! Sincerely, Mike Rigsbee Class of 1980.
Mike was a dear friend and co-worker. He gave 100% to those things he believed in. Helping others to better their lives was one of his greatest qualities. Peggy and kids I am praying that God grants you comfort during these difficult days.
God Bless
Peggy and family,
I worked with Mike in the Charleston office when he first began his career as a USPO. Mike had a big heart and was truly committed to making a difference in the lives of those he served. His passing will leave a void in all of our hearts. I pray God will comfort you during this difficult time. Regretfully I will not be able to attend his service due to the hurricane but please know you are in my prayers.
I had the privilege of working with Mike when he first started at US Probation in Charleston. We all loved him dearly, such a kind man to everyone he spoke to, with a warm smile always at the ready. His loss will be felt greatly by many. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
My heart is so grateful to have known Mike Roberts! He was such a prominent figure to me, growing up in West Asheville and spending time with Fran and her sweet brothers. Mike was the biggest guy in the room with the brightest smile and he was kind to everyone. I am so sorry that he had to leave us , but I know that he is with God and his joy in life lives through his beautiful family and friends. I pray for strength as we mourn this tremendous loss and I am so grateful for our time with Mike on earth. Love to you all, Roberts family. May God ease your pain and continue to give you strength. Suzanna Jayne
Dear Peggy and Family, I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of my classmate Mike. Please know that I am thinking of you and sending up prayers for the family.
I just can not believe that we never ran into each other because I have been with the U.S. District Court in Greenville for 17 years and I live in Greer.
Mike will forever be missed by all of us at U.S. Probation. He was a kind, gentle, caring man who made a huge impact on so many people’s lives! R.I.P Mike!
Peggy, Brentley and Maxton ( of course Candace and Avalyn), Larry and I want you to know we are saddened by all of this! We can’t imagine your loss! Love and prayers from us hoping you can find closure! Larry and Joy Adams
I still remember the days at st joan of arc with all the Roberts clan and all the fun we had playing sand lot football,wiffle ball, and with all the kids in the neighborhood, we had our own Olympics. We were all blessed to be a part of mikes life, even if it was in our earlier years of our lives. I will always have memories of mike and I getting into some kind of fun. My prayers are with the family.Mike Werhan
I’m so sorry for your loss.May God comfort you during this difficult time !
Peggy – thinking about you and your family during this sad time.
Peggy, I introduced myself at Mike’s beautiful and heartfelt memorial service last Thursday. I told you then, amd wamt to tell you again that Jim and I thought the world of Mike! He was my colleague at US Probation for over 18 years, and my husband, Jim, also worked with him for almost 10 years! Not only was Mike a dedicated probation officer, he was a loyal and trustworthy friend! I last spoke with Mike on September 22nd at our statewide staff meeting. We talked for a while and caught up. Mike was so excited about retiring in 16 months, excited about started his new work endeavors and being able to spend more time with the three of you! Jim and I loved Mike and will miss him so very much. We will continue to keep you all in our thoughts and prayers, and we hope that all of the happh memories of your time with Mike will bring you some comfort in the days ahead! Much love to you and your entire family.
Peggy, I introduced myself at Mike’s beautiful and heartfelt memorial service last Thursday. I told you then, and want to tell you again that Jim and I thought the world of Mike! He was my colleague at US Probation for over 18 years, and my husband, Jim, also worked with him for almost 10 years! Not only was Mike a dedicated probation officer, he was a loyal and trustworthy friend! I last spoke with Mike on September 22nd at our statewide staff meeting. We talked for a while and caught up. Mike was so excited about retiring in 16 months, excited about started his new work endeavors and being able to spend more time with the three of you! Jim and I loved Mike and will miss him so very much. We will continue to keep you all in our thoughts and prayers, and we hope that all of the happy memories of your time with Mike will bring you some comfort in the days ahead! Much love to you and your entire family.