Jacky Lee Roberts, 78 passed away on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at Kansas Christian Home in Newton, Kansas where he had lived since July 2015.
Jacky was born, April 15, 1943 in Newton, to Eugene C. and Dorothy (Lile) Roberts. They preceded him in death. Jacky grew up in Newton and graduated Newton High School in 1961. The years following graduation Jacky worked on a street construction crew, the Railroad and finally settled in to the aircraft industry.
Jacky enjoyed sports of all kinds and attended many football, baseball, and softball games as well as track and wrestling meets. Jacky was a fan of the Kansas City Chiefs, KU and the Wichita State Shockers. Jacky also enjoyed traveling, and loved animals, but talking with friends and family was his favorite. He was full of funny jokes and loved to laugh and to make people laugh. The staff at KCH all enjoyed his ornery nature.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Joy, sisters Donna Burks and Patty Briar and brothers Max Roberts and Jimmy Roberts.
Jack is survived by his brother Mike Roberts, sons Jonathan and Mike and daughter Jackie Lynn, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
Cremation has taken place and a burial service will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be designated in his name to Good Shepherd Hospice, 301 N. Main Pl #300, Newton, Ks 67114.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.bakerfhvc.com.