Edward "Duane" Roberts

Edward “Duane” Roberts, 63, of Flowery Branch, GA went peacefully to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 23, 2017 after a long, courageous battle with cancer.

Born November 6, 1953 in Norfolk, VA, to Fred and Edna Merle Roberts, Duane was a man of many trades including a truck driver, a welder and most recently a general contractor for DD Construction, Inc of Alpharetta.  He enjoyed riding his Harley, hunting and traveling; his most treasured passion was the countless hours spent and memories made while playing golf with his friends.

Duane was preceded in death by his daughter Karla Roberts, father Fred Roberts, granny Delphia Kemp, paternal grandparents Otis and Montine Roberts and stepfather Larry Brookshire.

He leaves behind, his beloved wife of 20 years, Carol Roberts; mother Edna Merle Brookshire; sister Cheryl Roberts Hedley and husband John, brother Stanley Roberts and wife Linda; son Greg Roberts, daughter Zacre Bloom and husband Rocky; stepsons Quest Loggins, Brent Loggins and wife Stephanie, and Kyle Loggins; grandchildren Channing, Jacksen, Austyn and Murphee Bloom; step grandchildren Taylor, Mason, Skye, Weston and Flint Loggins; nephews Dylon Hedley, Doug Roberts and wife Melissa, niece Tricia Hutchcraft and husband Billy.  Many cherished family and friends also survive.

Funeral services are scheduled for Monday, February 27, 2017 at 1:00 pm in the Chapel of Memorial Park Funeral Home.  Reverend Gene Pinnell will officiate.  The family will receive friends on Saturday, February 25, 2017 and Sunday, February 26, 2017 from 3 – 5 pm and 6 – 8 pm at the funeral home.

Memorial Park Funeral Home, 2030 Memorial Park Road, Gainesville, GA  30504 is in charge of arrangements.

Send online condolences to www.memorialparkfuneralhomes.com.