William Gregory Roberson passed away peacefully on June 6, 2023, in Stockton, California. William is predeceased by his parents, Arthur and Cleotha Roberson, his brother Arthur and sister Marion and his only son, Keanne. William is survived by his wife Susan, his grandchildren, Cole and Raina Roberson and nephew and niece Clifton Lashley and Chloe Miller.

   William attended Memphis State University and proudly served our Country in the United States Air Force. After his military service, he went on to work as an I. T. Engineer.

   William adored his two grandchildren. He also loved his four dogs;: the Late Thunder, Bear, Teddy and Romeo. In his free time, he enjoyed music, playing chess, hiking, eating out, watching movies and writing novels.

   He was a Renaissance man who was active in the civil rights movement. He was a kind and gentle soul who was loved and will be missed by all he encountered.

   P.L. Fry & Son Funeral Home is honored to serve the Roberson family. He will be laid to rest with Military Honors at Sacramento Valley National Cemetery, 5810 Midway Road, Dixon, CA on June 20, 2023 at 11 a.m. An online guestbook is available for condolences at www.plfryandson.com  

Manteca (Calif.) Bulletin

Wednesday, June 14, 2023