Jimmy Lee Roberts

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Died:
Jimmy Lee Roberts, age 66, entered into a peaceful, eternal sleep on June 1st, 2021 surrounded by his wife and family.

Jimmy, son of the late William Emory Roberts and Florence “Toby” Graybeal Roberts, was born in Unicoi, TN in 1961 and resided in Gray, TN for the last 25 years. He had a strong work ethic and was a dedicated employee of American Water Heater for 49 years.

Jimmy’s family was his world, and he was very proud of all his children and grandchildren although he always hated that they were spread all over the country. He taught us how to be there for family. He was a fierce protector and could have a mean streak if you messed with his family. On the other hand, he was kind, selfless, and would give you the shirt off his back even if he did not have one to replace it. His favorite place was at the Eight Ball machine at Harrah’s Casino, although he would never tell anyone how much he won or lost.

Jimmy was the best papaw and would let his grandkids get by with anything. Each of us had our own special bond and many memories to cherish. He will be missed but we will take comfort knowing he is no longer in pain and can finally be with his daughters.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his beloved daughters: Jamie Lee and Jessica Maureena Roberts, brothers: Bill and Chris Roberts, sister: Rebecca McInturff, and special nephew: Billy Whitson.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are: wife of 25 years, Johnee’ Roberts, daughter: Brandy Pearce (husband-Charlie), sons: Joseph Basham (wife-Ashlyn), Thomas Basham, and Justin Roberts (wife-Brianna), grandchildren: Tashina Phillips (husband-Kevin), Anthony and David Parker, Dakota and Cameron Pearce, Bryson Basham, and Matthew and Adalee Roberts, great grandson: Pike Phillips, brother: Timmy Roberts, sisters: Doris Whitson (husband-Danny) and Kristy “Sugar” Hadley (husband-Dia), several nieces and nephews, and special niece: Tammy Banks and special son, Dwight Williams.

Living married Florence Elizabeth Graybeal Florence was born on 6 Mar 1935 in , Giles County, Tennessee, ; died on 27 Nov 2014 in Washington County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Evergreen Cemetery, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

William married Bertha Hampton on 5 Feb 1924 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee. Bertha (daughter of Annie Hampton) was born on 3 Mar 1890 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; died on 5 May 1952 in Unicoi County, , , Tennessee; was buried in Evergreen Cemetery, , Unicoi County, Tennessee. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Buried:
Bertha Hampton Roberts, 62, Erwin died in Erwin Community Hospital Monday. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.

Survivors are three sons, Timothy Harrigan, Henry C. Ivers and William E. Roberts, all of Erwin; two brothers, Clay and William Hampton of Erwin, one sister Mrs. Josie Harris and mother Annie Hampton, all of Erwin. *Source- The Erwin Record, May 8, 1952, Page 4

Daughter of Unknown and Ann Hampton, married Timothy Harrigan on Aug. 26, 1915 in Washington County, Tennessee.
Children:
Timothy Harrigan Jr. b. 1906
Henry Ivans b. 1919

1920 Unicoi, Tennessee
Anna Hampton Head Female 48 Tennessee
Bertha Hampton Daughter Female 24 Tennessee/ Single
Willie Hampton Son Male 13 Tennessee
Henry Ivans Grandson Male 1 Tennessee
Timothy Harrigan Grandson Male 4 Tennessee

**National Homes for Disabled Volunteer Soldiers**
Timothy J. Harrigan in 1914 - 1916, Johnson City, TN--Born New York in 1880. He is listed a widower and Bertha is listed as his wife.
Pension filed on Aug. 17, 1918 list Bertha H. Ivers as a minor (Gdn). There is a marriage record for a Bertha Ivers to Thomas H. Ivers on July 10, 1922 inn Unicoi County, Tennessee.

Married William Roberts on Feb. 5, 1924 in Unicoi County, Tennessee.
Widowed at time of death, Timothy J. Harrigan was informant on her death certificate.