Thomas E. Roberts

Thomas E. Roberts

January 02, 1945 - August 16, 2022

Thomas E. Roberts, 77, passed unexpectedly on 8/16/22 at home.  He was born January 1945 in Youngstown, OH, to Thomas and Esther Dornes Roberts.  Tom lived in Auburn, KS, and attended all 12 grades there, graduating in 1963 and then graduating from Technical School in Kansas City.  He spent most of his career at Topeka Foundry and Iron Works.

In 1964 Tom married Jane Henderson and they were blessed with three children, Kevin, Brad and Diane.  He is survived by his wife , Brad (Lyn) Roberts, Diane (Tom) Sakers, his adored grandchildren; Bryce (Sara) Roberts, Blake (Shannen) Roberts, Taylin and Daxton Sakers; great grandson, Jonny Roberts; and sister, Bobbie Flaherty.

Tom was preceded in death by son, Kevin; grandson, Brett; and great grandson, Lincoln Roberts; his parents and sister, Sharon.

Cremation has occurred with a burial service at Auburn Cemetery on May 7th 2023 at 3 pm.

Memorials in his name can be sent to TARC or Helping Hands Humane Society.

Read Prayers and Memory's for “Thomas E. Roberts”

  • Tommie & I were neighbors & went thru high school together. He saved me once on my first prom. As I was new to Auburn, mom was going to make me walk across the football field with my date, in my long prom dress. Tommie asked if we couldn't ride in his car with his date. As she knew him & the family we rode! Saved me!! Jane, I'm so sorry for your loss!

  • Jane so sorry for your loss of a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.  Prayers for you and your family for your loss.  

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