Robert A. Roberts

August 23, 1950 - October 8, 2017

Robert A. Roberts, 67, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, October 8, 2017, with his loving family at his side. Born August 23, 1950, son of Maude (White) Roberts and the late Arthur Roberts, he was a graduate of Chicopee Comprehensive High School, Class of 1969. Robert served his country in the US Coast Guard, and later transferred to the US Air Force Reserves. He participated in Operation Desert Shield, receiving many awards including the National Defense Service Medal and the Air Force Longevity Service Award. Robert retired after more than thirty-five years as a stationary engineer for Western Mass Electric. Robert is survived by his beloved wife of forty-five years, Deborah A. (Marcus) Roberts; his mother, Maude Roberts of Ludlow; loving daughters, Jenny French and husband Christopher of East Longmeadow, and Kate Cabral and husband Jarrod of Wellfleet; cherished grandchildren, Emily French, Anna French, Zoe Cabral and Xander Cabral; brother, Arthur Roberts and wife Linda of Chicopee, and sister, Donna Brodeur and husband David of Ludlow; sister-in-law, Donna Nietupski and husband Kazmier of Chicopee; brother-in-law, Steven Marcus and wife Pamela of Chicopee; and many nieces and nephews. Robert’s family would like to thank Drs. Kirtani and Hyder and their staffs, and Mercy Hospice, for the attentive dedication and care they’ve given. A funeral home service followed by military honors will be held Saturday at 11AM in Kozikowski Funeral Home, 565 Front St., Chicopee. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. Calling hours are Friday from 4-7PM and Saturday morning from 9:30-11AM. Contributions in memory of Robert and in honor of granddaughter Zoe may be made to the Emerald Hollow Therapeutic Riding Center, Inc., 235 Run Hill Rd., Brewster, MA 02631.