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Laverne Roberts

  • July 16, 1949 - January 5, 2012
  • Saint Louis, Missouri
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“My mother was the most phenomenal person I knew her beauty, kindness and spirit will be sorely missed. There is not a day that goes by that I don't...Read More » ”
1 of 7 | Posted by: Dana Roberts - my mommy

“Dana; I am so sorry for your loss. I know the love you had for your mom. You are ever in my thoughts and prayers. Melanie ”
2 of 7 | Posted by: M. Calhoun - Florissant, MO

“I am deeply sadden to learn about the death of Lavern. She and I worked together and she was a mentor and role model for me. She was such a...Read More » ”
3 of 7 | Posted by: Twila Wellmaker - Charlotte, NC

“I am very sorry for your loss. Ms. Roberts counseled my wife and I some years ago and she was a tremendous help. Truly a blessing which later brought...Read More » ”
4 of 7 | Posted by: Christopher L. - Saint Louis, MO

“In our friendship of over 30 years--I felt "sisterhood" for the 1st time in my life.What is ironic is I have (4) blood sisters. Laverne was a...Read More » ”
5 of 7 | Posted by: Meg (Higgins) Haycraft - Chicago, IL

“To Laverne's Family and Friends, I had the pleasure to become acquainted with Laverne at the office space she shared in Clayton. Although our...Read More » ”
6 of 7 | Posted by: Linda Chapleau - St. Louis, MO

“My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time. Keep your head up and your faith strong. ”
7 of 7 | Posted by: crystal west - saint louis, MO


The world was blessed with her presence on July 16, 1949, born in Earl, Arkansas, Laverne and her mother later relocated to St. Louis, Missouri. Daughter of Vester and Birdie Triggs (via marriage) she confessed her hope in Christ at an early age. Laverne attended Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville where she obtained her Bachelors Degree and later obtained her Master's Degree at Webster University of St. Louis, Missouri. In 1991 Laverne married James Whitmore and enjoyed her family life. Laverne has maintained a successful practice as a psychotherapist for over 20 years and is known for her extraordinary acts of kindness and consideration of others, providing care to both privileged and underprivileged. She was a beautiful person both inside and out who loved life and laughter. Laverne passed peacefully away January 3, 2012 due to complications of her diagnosis, in which she endured heroically. We are comforted in knowing that she did not suffer. She leaves to mourn: her loving parents, Birdie and Vester Triggs; 2 daughters, Denise Roberts and Dana Roberts Ford; son-in-law, Stan Ford; 2 grandsons, Mauri Roberts and Myles Robert Ford; special friends, Wayne Harvey and Willette Stewart; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends; Special sentiment to her most beloved companion "Nubian", her Yorkshire Terrier. This Online Memorial has been created to commemorate the life of Laverne Roberts. You are invited to add a Tribute in her memory. Please click "Sign Guestbook" below to add your own memories, reflections, thoughts or condolences.