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“Dear Debbie, We were saddened to learn of Gary's passing. As you recall Gary and I served together on the Francis Marion. We shared the love of...Read More »
1 of 10 | Posted by: Bill & Nancy Wasserman - Parker, CO

“Debbie.... Words cannot express our heartfelt prayers for you, Cliff, Melissa and Keri. You have been our on hearts all week. We are trusting the...Read More »
2 of 10 | Posted by: Wally and Carol Sale - VA

“Debbie, Cliff and Keri, I am very sorry to hear about Gary's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers and if there is anything you need please...Read More »
3 of 10 | Posted by: MELODY THOMPSON - chesapeake, VA

“To the Roberson Family, Gary was a Southern gentleman. It was my privilege to serve with him on the USS Francis Marion, and later visit with him...Read More »
4 of 10 | Posted by: Clay Williams - Abilene, TX

“To the family of Gary Roberson, especially Carolyn & Clint: Gary was not only a classmate at Hanahan High but also a neighbor 2 doors down the...Read More »
5 of 10 | Posted by: Gary Crossley - Charleston, SC

“Debbie,Cliff,Kerri and the rest of the family, We are so sorry to hear about the loss. We know it has been a long time,but you all are in our...Read More »
6 of 10 | Posted by: Tonya & Willie Mae Griffin - VA

“To the family of Gary Roberson. I knew Gary from our time together at Hanahan High School in South Carolina. We were classmates and played football...Read More »
7 of 10 | Posted by: Richard Acree - Brentwood, TN

“Debbie, Kerri, Ciff, Mel and little Mia, May God grant you courage, strength and support during this difficult time. Hope that you all can...Read More »
8 of 10 | Posted by: Reggie & Esther Garza - TX

“Debbie, For you and your children, I am sorry for your lost. I pray that God continues to bless and keep all of you during your periods of grieving...Read More »
9 of 10 | Posted by: Carolyn F. Palmer - Suffolk, VA

“I am very sorry for your loss I new Gary for the past twenty years working with him several years at Henry's. He was a very nice person and always a...Read More »
10 of 10 | Posted by: Craig Willis - morehead city, NC


Lawrence Gary Roberson, 58, of the 1100 block of St. Julian Drive, Chesapeake, VA, passed away July 4, 2010, in Southampton County, VA. A native of Hemenway, SC, he was the son of the late Clinton and Willa Mae Roberson. He worked at Dail's Home Center in Franklin, VA and was a US Naval veteran. He attended Deep Creek Baptist Church. Gary was an avid hunter and fisherman. He is survived by his former wife, Deborah A. Roberson, his daughter, Keri Roberson, both of Chesapeake, VA; his son, Clifton Roberson and wife Melissa of San Antonio, TX; his sister, Carolyn McDaniel, and brother, Clinton Roberson, Jr., both of Summerville, SC; and a grandchild, Mia Roberson of San Antonio, TX. He was predeceased by a sister, Stephanie. A funeral service will be conducted Saturday 11 a.m. at Snellings Funeral Home, George Washington Highway Chapel with David Zey officiating. The burial will follow in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday 6 to 8 p.m. Memorials, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the charity of one's choice. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.snellingsfuneralhome.com.