Mr. Richard "Dicky" Lee Roberts Sr

Richard "Dicky" Lee Roberts Sr. age 76, of Todd, NC died on Friday, June 2, 2017 after a fatal UTV accident. Richard Sr. was born on November 1, 1940 in Topeka, KS to Zelora "Toad" Francis and Ellen Pearl Wilson Roberts. Richard Sr. was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Frances Marie Roberts, and grandson, Christopher Roberts. Richard Sr. and his late wife Frances were united in marriage on July 7, 1962 and had 51 wonderful years together. After retirement Richard Sr. and his wife, were self-employed selling Beanie Babies and collectibles. Richard Sr. enjoyed going to shooting competitions and was a member of the Topeka Gun Club. After the death of his wife in 2013, he left Topeka and moved to the mountains of North Carolina with is son and daughter-in-law. Since moving to North Carolina, Richard Sr. also known as "grandpa" became a well-liked and respected friend to many in the area. Many felt that Richard Sr. had become a "native" of North Carolina even after spending most of his life in Kansas. He was dearly loved, and will be greatly missed.

Funeral services, and viewing will be held on Monday, June 5, 2017 at 4:00 pm at Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Jim Rash. The family will receive friends following the service. Richard Sr. will be cremated and graveside service & internment will be Friday June 9, 2017 at West Lawn Memorial Garden in Topeka KS next to his beloved wife, details and time to be provided. Services there are being provided by Kevin Brennan Family Funeral Home in Topeka, KS.

Richard Roberts Sr. is survived by: son, Richard Roberts, Jr. and wife Tina of Todd, NC, daughter, Kimberly Dayton and husband Chad of Altoona, IA, seven grandchildren, Joshua, Charles, Ashley, Stephanie, Kyle, Shelby, Spencer, four great-grandchildren, Gabe, Naomi, Tianni and Quinn.

Flowers will be appreciated, or memorials may be made to Ashe County Humane Society, 1175 Old Hwy 16, Jefferson, NC 28640 or to Todd Volunteer Fire Department, 11062 NC Highway 194 Todd, NC 28684..

Words of comfort and remembrance may be viewed or sent to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com.

Badger Funeral Home was entrusted with Mr. Roberts' arrangements.