Russell C ROBERTS, JUDGE

Judge Russell C Roberts
Parents:
Jesse William Roberts (1883 - 1962)
Nellie Jennie Harrod Roberts (1887 - 1961)
Spouse:
Violet Totten Roberts (1909 - 1998)
Children:
Mary Alyce Roberts (1941 - 1941)
Russell Lynn Roberts (1942 - 2010)
Siblings:
Minnie M. Roberts Brady (1905 - 1958)
Hester Roberts Bush (1907 - 1967)
Judge Russell C. Roberts (1910 - 1980)
Judge Russell L Roberts
June 22, 1942 - June 9, 2010
Married Roberta Moffett Aug 18, 1968
Mary Alyce Roberts
Feb 5, 1941 - Apr 24, 1941
Parents:
Judge Russell C. Roberts (1910 - 1980)
Violet Totten Roberts (1909 - 1998)
Violet Totten Roberts
Oct 14, 1909 - Apr 5, 1998


Obituary
Log Cabin Democrat, 10 Jun 2010

Russell Lynn "Jack" Roberts, 67, of Conway died at his home in Conway on June 9, 2010. He was born in Conway, AR on June 22, 1942 to the late Judge Russell C. and Violet Lee Roberts, who preceded him in death.

He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Bobbi Moffett Roberts; children Dr. Russell Lynn Roberts, Jr., of Rome, Georgia; Elizabeth Roberts Goforth (Tommy), of Conway, Arkansas, and granddaughter Lauren Elizabeth Goforth, of Conway; a daughter, Stephanie Jacobson and family, of Spring, Texas; two sisters, Mrs. Robin Priest of Allen, Texas (Eddie) and Suzanne Brazil (Bill); a sister Mary Alice Roberts who died in infancy; sister-in-law Linda Tinker, Balwin, MO; nieces Cheryl Priest Inman, Fresno, CA; Michelle Stewart, Garland, TX, Amy Brazil, Conway; Patti Moffett, St. Louis, Mo; Terri Moffett, Atlanta, GA; nephews, Michael Priest, Charlotte, NC and Clay Brazil, Conway, Matt Tinker, Folsom, CA,., and special friend of the family Mitchell Ross.

He was a graduate of Mrs. Bradley's Kindergarten in Conway; Conway High School (1960) where he served as Student Body President; University of Arkansas, Fayetteville (B.A. 1964) where he served in the Student Senate; University of Arkansas Law School (Juris Doctorate 1972).

Judge Roberts has been a practicing attorney since 1972 serving as city attorney for the city of Conway from 1974 through 1982. He served as municipal judge for the city of Conway, Greenbrier, Mayflower, Vilonia and Guy since 1982. His professional affiliations include membership in the Arkansas District Judge's Council having served as a past president and several positions as well as on several committees. He was instrumental in developing a continuing education program for all District Judges. He served as the appointed Vice Chair of the Supervisory Board of the Arkansas Crime Information Center (ACIC) and was the first Faulkner County District Judge to implement the work service program. He was a past president of the Faulkner County Bar Association. His court was one of the first in Arkansas to participate in the Automated Case Management System for Arkansas Courts. In addition, he was instrumental in getting the Constitutional Amendment passed that changed the Municipal Court System in Arkansas to the District Court System.

For Roberts, one of the highlights of his career was educating local fourth and fifth graders on the court system and being responsible citizens. Every year, Roberts would speak to students and invite classes to his courtroom. Jack served as a past president and was an active member of the Faulkner County Fair Parade for over 36 years.

Jack was an Eagle Scout and actively supported scouting throughout his life. He was a member of Sigma Nu Fraternity at the University of Arkansas. He loved gardening, traveling and was an avid fisherman.

Jack was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church and attended the Sunday School Class Life Group 9/10.
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Longtime District Judge Russell 'Jack' Roberts dies
Posted: June 10, 2010 - 10:35am

District Judge Russell L. "Jack" Roberts passed away Wednesday night. He was 67 years old.

According to Faulkner County Coroner Pat Moore, Roberts died at about 10:50 p.m. Wednesday.

Roberts' wife, Bobbi, found him unresponsive at their home at 10:13 p.m. and called 9-1-1. Roberts was transported via ambulance to Conway Regional Medical Center where he was pronounced dead by the attending emergency room physician at 10:50 p.m.

Moore said Roberts' manner of death has been ruled natural causes, but the official cause is pending further investigation into his pertinent past medical history.

"Roberts was a loving family man and a true friend to the entire community," Moore said. "He was a man of impeccable integrity, but, at the same time, as friendly and personable as your neighbor. Judge Roberts contributed much to his community, county and state, and his presence will be missed by his friends and colleagues. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time."

A Conway district judge for 27 years, Roberts began his career as a practicing attorney in 1972. He was the assistant city attorney for the city of Conway from 1974-1978, before taking over as chief deputy prosecuting attorney. He held that position until 1982 when he was elected municipal judge.

"He was a good friend for over 30 years, and I'm going to miss him terribly," Circuit Judge Charles "Ed" Clawson said. "You could count on Jack, and he would do anything for you. He will be sorely missed by the entire legal community in Faulkner County." Before serving as judges, Roberts and Clawson practiced law together in the early 1980s.

"He was a great guy with a great personality," Conway Mayor Tab Townsell said. "He was a great judge, and we were lucky to have him on the chair for all those years. He will be greatly missed."

Roberts earned his undergraduate and law degrees from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville.

Gov. Mike Beebe will appoint someone to fill the vacancy for the duration of the term.

Parents:
Judge Russell C. Roberts (1910 - 1980)
Violet Totten Roberts (1909 - 1998)
Sibling:
Mary Alyce Roberts (1941 - 1941)
Russell Lynn Roberts (1942 - 2010)

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