Elizabeth Roberts

Elizabeth “Betty” F. Roberts Age 79 Iron River, MI Passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at the Iron River Care Center. Born May 4, 1932 in Crystal Falls, MI The daughter of the late John and Fern (Guili) Martinucci attended the Forest Park schools graduating in 1951. Betty was employed by the Abstract Company of Crystal Falls and was a secretary at the Chamber of Commerce and the Health Department. Along with her husband, she managed Toti’s Tavern from 1969 to 1972. She then worked for Dr. Plous as a dental assistant and secretary. Elizabeth married Dean Roberts on September 5, 1953 at the Guardian Angels Catholic Church in Crystal Falls and the couple made their home in Iron River. They celebrated their 37th wedding anniversary in 1990. Dean preceded her in death on December 20, 1990. Elizabeth was a member of the St. Agnes Catholic Church of Iron River. She enjoyed bowling, camping, and playing cards with her family. After retiring in 1979, she enjoyed taking care of her grandchildren and great grandson. Family was the most important thing in her life. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was preceded in death by her infant sister, Lorraine and step father Otto Weinert. She is survived by her daughter, Veronica “Dolly” (John) Cimarelli of Iron River Son, John (Patricia) Roberts of Iron River Brother, Eugene (Mary) Martinucci of Kingsford, MI Grandsons, Michael (Teresa) Cimarelli of Iron River John and Timothy Roberts of Iron River Granddaughter, Kristie Cimarelli of Chippewa Falls, WI Step grandchildren, Matthew Miatech and Paige Johnson Great Grandson, Aaron Cimarelli Four nephews One niece Extended family and friends Pallbearers: Michael Cimarelli, Mark Martinucci, Dan Martinucci, John Christopher Roberts, Tim Roberts, and Eugene MartinucciPallbearers: Michael Cimarelli, Mark Martinucci, Dan Martinucci, John Christopher Roberts, Tim Roberts, and Eugene Martinucci. Visitation: Friday, February 17, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Jacobs Funeral Home, Iron River. Funeral Service: Friday, February 17, 2012 at 1:00 at the St. Agnes Catholic Church, Iron River with Rev. Gregory Veneklase to offer the Mass of Christian Burial. Interment: Resthaven Cemetery, Iron River Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home, Iron River.