of Conway, AR
July 25, 1945 - June 17, 2014
Roberta Ann Powell Lord, 68, of Conway, Arkansas passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2014. She was born on July 25, 1945 in Conway, Arkansas to the late Oscar Gilbert and Hattie Calihan Gilbert.
For many years she worked as a quality control inspector. Roberta was a loving, kind, and compassionate wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She had a passion for the outdoors where she spent most of her time. Roberta enjoyed fishing, water skiing, dancing and shooting skeet. In her own words ''she loved horses but hated cats.'' Most of all she will be remembered for the love she showed her family and the care she provided for all of her loved ones.
Roberta is preceded in death by two brothers; Leon Gilbert and Billy Joe Gilbert, and two sisters; Sue Price and Mattie Gilbert.
She is survived by her husband of twelve years, Thomas E. Lord, one son; Tim Powell and wife Shelly of Greenbrier, One Daughter; Tami White and husband John of Rosebud, one brother; Robert Buddy Gilbert and wife Mikki of Old Mexico, two sisters; Lavone Robinson, and Hazel Bowie both of Conway, six grandchildren; Cody Tab Powell, Carson Williams, Chad Small and wife Pamela, Niki Rowe and husband Justin, Joshua Small and wife Stephanie, and Jereme Small ,as well as ten great grandchildren. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.
Visitation will be on Thursday, June 19, 2014 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Roller-McNutt funeral home. Funeral Services will be at 3:00pm Friday, June 20, 2014 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway with Bro. Andy Gilbert officiating. Burial will follow at Springhill Cemetery.
Serving as pallbearers will be Chad Small, Jereme Small, Joshua Small, Kenny Bane, Ronnie McPherson, and Ron Price. Honorary Pallbearers will be David Grey and Daryl walker.
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17 Condolence(s)
Wallace Sneed
Saturday, June 21, 2014
So sorry to hear of the passing of Roberta. She was a great lady, an excellent dancer, and all around top-notch person.
Chris Polk
Friday, June 20, 2014
Tim, I'm very sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
A. Allen
Friday, June 20, 2014
I am so sorrry to hear about your loss. Death is never easy, but I love the scripture in Isaiah 41:10 where God says that he will hold onto you with his right hand of righteousness. HE is there for you in this difficult time. I' ll be praying for you.
Andrea (Dena)
Thursday, June 19, 2014
Roberta I love you so much it hurts to think I will have to wait till my time on earth is through to see you. You are more like a sister than a cousin to me and you helped me through the deaths of my siblings Sandra Claudette, Danny, and Jimmie. Your husband and family are wonderful and you are the reason why. You are a good influence on everyone and a wonderful sense of humor. Our families in heaven are enjoying what we all are missing now. I love you with all my heart and can't imagine my life without you but I will always have you on my mind and in my heart sweetie. Looking time to our time together again. All my love, Dena
Ted & Carol Gifford
Thursday, June 19, 2014
May the fond memories of your mom bring you comfort and peace. She was loved by all of us and will be terribly missed. Our most sincere condolences.
Andrea "Michelle" Engele
Thursday, June 19, 2014
To Tom and the rest of the family...I hope and pray that Peace finds you all during this awful time. I know your hearts are hurting terribly and there is nothing anyone can say or do to ease that pain. The degree of hurt from loss can only be measured in time. I love you all and I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. To my cousin Roberta...I love you Bert and I will always miss your kindness and that crazy sense of humor. Your big personality and sweet smile will make you the brightest star in Heaven...I will look up and see you shining the brightest and know that it is you smiling and watching over us. Say hello to everyone for us and catch up on all the great stories being told. I hope to hear them all one day. Love you...miss you...and thank you for just being you. Until we meet again my cousin...Keep shining bright. Love always!
Lydia Grier
Thursday, June 19, 2014
Tami, Chad and Pam,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are always in my thoughts and prayers.
sheila
Thursday, June 19, 2014
tami and john so sorry for yall loss you guys are in my prayers...love and miss yall
Bob Barham
Thursday, June 19, 2014
Tim:
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Andy & Karen Gilbert
Thursday, June 19, 2014
Tim, Tami and Tom. Aunt Roberta has meant so much to my life that it's hard to put into words. She had a compassionate, loving and caring heart which showed in the life she lived. Her kindness to my dad after his loss will never be forgotten and always remembered and greatly appreciated. Aunt Roberta told me on many occasions that if I ever needed anything or just someone to talk to, she would be there for me and I know she was sincere. She loved you all with unconditional love and probably more than you will ever know. I love her greatly and will miss her immensely. I love you all!
Roe Henderson
Thursday, June 19, 2014
Tim and Shelly, we are very sorry for your loss and want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
God Bless,
Roe and Missy Henderson
diane leath
Thursday, June 19, 2014
Dear faimly ,
i never got to meet mrs. roberta
although i felt like i knew her through my children she was a inspration to them
and they spoke of her as though she was part of our faimly
during her illness she still thought of them and called them on thier birthday as is said its not what we take with us its what we leave behind
she has left
love and kindness in so many that knew her
she was a blessing to so many
gods peace and love throughout the comming day in your grate loss
zachs (grandmother) Diane
Geraldine Brzizinski
Thursday, June 19, 2014
Heaven has a new and beautiful angel. Roberta was the sweetest and kindness person on earth. The moment she entered the gates of Heaven, there was an awesome celebration, that eyes have not seen and ears have not heard. Her mother, father, brothers, sisters and relatives to welcome her home. Praising her Lord and King. She now has a new spiritual body that never ages, no more aches,pains, tears or heartaches. I will always cherish our childhood memories.
Sissy, you will be greatly missed by many. We will never forget our visit with you and Tom in April.
May God touch Tom, Tim, Tammy and family with the peace that comes from above.
Much Love, Tom & Geraldine
Johnny and Debbie Garner
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
Tammy and Tim we are very sorry for your loss of your sweet mother. We met you all many years ago playing baseball. Berta I called her was the sweetest kindest person we had ever met. Her and your Dad were people we just never forgot always left a great impression on us and that shows in both of you as to what kind of parents they were. I know you both will miss her terribly. We will be praying for all of you in this difficult time.
carolyn and steven stroud
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
So Sorry For Your loss
Barbara Marshall Smith
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Gone much too soon! God bless you all.
Joe Brooks and Donna Harmon
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
Our condolences to the family, We will miss you and we love you very much. Sincerely Joe Alan Brooks.