Michael (Mike) James Roberts, age 59,
passed away on February 21,2018 at his home in McCordsville, Indiana
surrounded by his family. He was born November 9, 1958 in
Monticello,Indiana. A Celebration of Life will take place Saturday March
3rd from 1-5 pm at Eddy's Neighborhood bar and grill 11693 Fall Creek
Rd Indianapolis,Indiana.
He is survived by his son Cole Roberts of
McCordsville,Indiana, his parents, James and Marcia Roberts of Leesburg,
Florida, sister Brenda Shear (Rick) of W. Lafayette, Indiana, sister
Janice Dawes (Pete) of Ft Worth, Texas and many adoring nieces and
nephews. He Is also survived by his faithful furry companions, Isla and
Emma.
A 1977 graduate of West Lafayette high
school, Mike also graduated From Vincennes University with a degree in
building construction and estimating. He began his career at Evans
construction in Indianapolis and then formed Edco General Contractors
where he was President and owner until the time of his death.
Mike was an avid Cubs fan, a collector of
many things who loved fishing, camping and spending his free time riding
his Harley with his fellow "hogs". He served on the board for Dayspring
Homeless Shelter for a few years and also was a former Big Brother.
Mike fought a lengthy battle with cancer
which lasted 18 months. The family can't thank the doctors and staff of
Community Hospital North and Community Oncology enough for their
unwavering determination and care. Most notably Dr. Sumeet Bhatia , Dr.
Daniel Weed and Megan Weaver, NP., who not only watched over him but who
also forged an incredible bond with the family as well. In his final
months at home Sherri of Community Hospice was a ray of sunshine. Her
humor, support and compassion was a blessing to us all. And a special
thank you to Chaplain Rob Mifflin who gave Mike and the family strength
when we needed it most. The family is also very appreciative of his many
friends who supported us all through his final journey, and who kept
him smiling till the very end. We will forever be grateful.
Those fortunate enough to know Mike either
professionally or personally can attest to his fun loving and kind
spirit, his incredible work ethic, his great sense of humor and his
generosity. He had an infectious smile and the most beautiful blue eyes
which immediately drew people in. He never knew a stranger and always
went above and beyond to help anyone in need. A devoted father, son,
brother, uncle and friend. He was loved and will be missed by so many.
As a memorial to Mike please consider participating in your local Relay for Life.
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