Edward "Ed" Donald Roberts, 81

Edward "Ed" Donald Roberts, 81, passed away Sunday, February 18, 2018.

He was born to the late Ben Logan and Katherine Borders Roberts in Cleveland County. He is also predeceased by brothers and sisters, Mary Bridges, Nell Carroll, John Logan Roberts, Betty Gailmore, George Roberts, Eva (Sis) Harrill and Josh Roberts.

Ed leaves behind to cherish his memories his wife of 18 years, Stella Roberts of the home; one daughter, Tracy Calloway (Charles) of Shelby; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one brother, Jerry Roberts (Jackie) of Kings Mountain; one sister, Dorothy (Dot) Campbell of Charlotte; several beloved nieces and nephews.

He served in the US Navy. He was a long-time member of Elizabeth Baptist Church in Shelby. He worked as a delivery driver for Patterson Greenhouses for 33 years. Then he was the owner/operator of Briarpatch Nursery for about 20 years. He loved the outdoors and taking care of plants. He also enjoyed fox hunting but most of all he loved spending time with his family. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and brother. He will truly be missed.

A Celebration of Life service was held at Grace Covenant Church of God, Shelby. Pastor Mickey Pruitt officiated.

Donations may be made to Grace Covenant Church of God, PO Box 162, Shelby, NC 28151.

Services were entrusted to Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC of Boiling Springs, NC.