of Helena, AR

July 12, 1941 - August 29, 2021

Alfred L. "Pat" Roberson, III, age 80, of Helena, Arkansas passed away on Sunday, August 29, 2021 at Baptist Health Medical Center in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was born July 12, 1941 in Lauderdale County, Tennessee to the late Martha Cheek Roberson and Alfred Leroy Roberson, II. Mr. Pat worked as a supervisor for Wonder Bread which at the time, brought him to Helena. He owned several different businesses including more than 20 Sonic Drive-In restaurants. He served his country in the United States Air Force, was a member of the A&P Commission in Helena as well as a founding member of Faith Outreach Church. He had a passion for music, playing the piano, religious programs, and introduced several people to Jesus. Mr. Pat worked tirelessly at The Grace Community Food Pantry and will be remembered for his gracious work ethic.

He is survived by his three sons, Alfred L. "Patrick" Roberson, IV (Norma) of West Helena, Jon Roberson (Christy) and Christopher L. Roberson both of Helena; four grandchildren, Alfred L. "Quint" Roberson, V, Will Roberson, EmmaClaire Roberson and Bethany Phillips (Richard); two brothers, Bill Roberson (Linda) of Birmingham, Alabama and Rick Vandergriff (Kim) of Ripley, Tennessee; two sisters, Cheryl "Chigger" Follis (Ikie) of Ripley, Tennessee and Susie Gillespie of Memphis, Tennessee; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He is preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Kaye Goff Roberson; his parents; and one grandchild, John-Battle Hamrac.

Funeral service for Mr. Alfred L. "Pat" Roberson, III will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, September 3, 2021 at Faith Outreach Church in Helena, Arkansas. Visitation will be held from 6-8:00 p.m., Thursday, September 2, 2021 at Roller-Citizens chapel. Burial to follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Brother Jim Harrison and Brother Johnny Jones will officiate.

Services are directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870)-572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home
508 East Plaza Street
West Helena, AR  72390
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com