of Conway, AR

February 9, 1943 - February 3, 2024

Dr. William C. Roberts, 80, of Conway, Arkansas passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024. He was born on February 9, 1943 in Camden, Arkansas to the late Eldridge Clyde Roberts and Elvin Edna Kelly Roberts.

In 1964, Dr. Roberts began his studies at the University of Arkansas where he earned his Doctoral Degree from the School of Medicine. Dr. Roberts continued his studies in medicine and received licensure as a Doctor of Internal Medicine as well as the Cardiology Fellowship in which he achieved his Fellow of Cardiology Certificate.

In 1970, Dr. Roberts enlisted in the United States Army where he continued his medical career. While serving in the Army, Dr. Roberts was recognized as a distinguished physician in all phases including medical examination, medical processing and medical administration. Dr. Roberts earned the rank of Captain while serving in the Army and in 1972 a Citation for Award of The Department of Defense Joint Service Commendation Medal was awarded to Captain William C. Roberts. The award stated that ''Captain Roberts distinguished himself by meritorious service as a medical officer and performed all his duties incumbent upon him in a superior manner''.

After serving in the Army, Dr. Roberts returned to Arkansas where he began his residency at The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock. In 1974, Dr. Roberts opened his private practice in Conway, Arkansas. Dr. Roberts retired in 2019 after faithfully serving the citizens of Conway, Arkansas and surrounding areas for almost fifty years.

Dr. Roberts was very active in the community for many years and faithfully supported many charitable and nonprofit organizations. He was always willing to be of assistance to his community and his knowledge and expertise in his field made him a valuable asset to many.

Dr. Roberts also had a love for fishing and bird hunting, but most of all, he dearly loved his Maine Coon cat, Miles Simon.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Betty Alice Roberts and one brother, Dr. Charles Roberts.

He is survived by his two stepdaughters, Beverly Wallace (H.C.) of Bee Branch and Vanessa Canady of Damascus; five grandchildren, Hank Wallace (Sarah) of Bee Branch, Nick Wallace (Julie) of Greenbrier, Jake Wallace (April) of Bee Branch, Jessica Wochner of Friendswood, Texas and Chelsea Hollenshead of Galveston, Texas; as well as 14 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00AM on Saturday, February 10,2024 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway, Arkansas. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at 10:00AM.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-McNutt Funeral Home
650 Central Landing Blvd.
Conway, AR  72032
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com