John L. Roberts Willimantic, Connecticut Obituary

John L. Roberts

<p>John L. Roberts, 72, of Windham, CT passed away peacefully on July 29, 2021 with his beloved honey, Dee by his side. He was born on November 19, 1948 in Willimantic, CT to the late Omer and Lillian (Sellars) Roberts.<br /> <br /> John proudly served his country as a Sergeant with the US Air Force 553rd Reconnaissance Wing Batcats based in Otis, MA and Korat, Thailand during the Vietnam War. He performed his duties as a Master Crew Chief on EC-121R electronic surveillance airplanes.&nbsp;<br /> <br /> He worked for J.S. Nasin Co. as a construction supervisor for 30 years and retired as a building inspector.&nbsp;<br /> &nbsp;<br /> John&rsquo;s hobbies include antique military weaponry collection, sports cars, and rebuilding anything he found rusting away on the side of the road.&nbsp;<br /> &nbsp;<br /> He is survived by his sisters Nancy Dorsey and her husband Thomas, Carolyn Jordan and her husband Barry, his brothers Richard and Stephen and his wife Kathryn, his wife Diedra Gosline and children, and numerous extended family members. Along with his son John Jr (Jen Miller) and daughter Michelle Roberts (Whitney Aldridge) who were always so proud to have him as a father and mentor.&nbsp;<br /> <br /> John was preceded in death by his sister Patricia Alberson and brother Charles Roberts.&nbsp;<br /> &nbsp;<br /> John&rsquo;s family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday, August 4, 2021 from 3:00 to 5:00pm at Potter Funeral Home, 456 Jackson St. Willimantic with his funeral service following at 5:00pm.&nbsp;A memorial gathering will be held at the Veterans Community Center at 1320 Main St, Willimantic at 6:00pm. Due to the rise in COVID-19, we ask that masks be worn during the calling hours and the funeral service.<br /> <br /> In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be sent to the Eastern CT Veterans Community Center in Willimantic or to Hartford Healthcare Hospice. To sign an online guestbook visit&nbsp;www.potterfuneralhome.com</p>
November 19, 1948 - July 29, 202111/19/194807/29/2021
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Tad
August 5, 2021
My condolences to the family. John is in heaven leaving behind memories that will help his loved ones and friends manage through the loss.  I have had the privilege to have worked with his son, also John, and know as a father he raised a responsible upstanding son, a leg... Continue Reading
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Jeff Frankiewicz
August 4, 2021
My deepest condolences to John's family I worked with him many years ago at J.S NASIN - Windham Sand & Stone. 
Alway easy going and willing to help out with anything, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Dennis Tormey
August 4, 2021
A good man has died. Buildings did not close. Flags were not flown at half mast. Children played and life went on as it did yesterday and will again tomorrow. But he was our friend and people should know. A good man has died.
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Michael & Patti Spaulding
August 2, 2021
Dee and family,
Our condolences to all of you. May God help you through your time. We will remember John at the WIllimantic Elk’s.
John may you Rest In Peace.
Love and hugs,
Michael and Patti Spaulding
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Sandy Gaither
August 2, 2021
John Jr. and Michelle, my heartfelt condolences to you both and your families. We never met your dad, but Tom and he had conversations and Tom thought highly of him. I hope you can find peace that he is no longer in pain. Love you both. RIP, John.
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Susan Lee Brunell
August 2, 2021
John Jr, Michelle and Dee. I am so sorry for your loss. John was one of the kindest gentleman I ever met. RIP John
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Ed LaBarron
August 2, 2021
Nancy and Dickie and family, sorry to hear about John. Had some good laughs back in the day, He's flying with the best. My best thoughts. Ed LaBarron
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Patty Casey
August 1, 2021
Dee,
We are so sorry for your loss.  Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Patty (Lawless) Casey and family
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Lauren Lawless
August 1, 2021
Our heartfelt sympathy to Dee and family.
Rich and Lauren Lawless
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Patricia
August 1, 2021
RIP, John!  You are a hero, thank you for your sacrifices!  ✌❤
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