Arthur and Susan, I’m so sorry for your loss. We loved your Dad. He was a lot of fun! We have great memories, don’t we? Praying for y’all. Love Becky

- Becky Anstine Bolt, Savannah , Georgia

So sorry to hear Mr. Roberts passed. I read a number of articles and books involving his military service while serving in the Korean War. Unfortunately a number of people will not have a chance to speak or hear from our greatest generation and heroes. I am so fortunate to have had the opportunity. Prayers for the Roberts family. With love.

- Don and Kathy Hodge, Summerville, SC

What a great man. I never got tired talking with him about George Company and his experience in the frozen Chosin. He will be missed.

- Bob Longueira , Savannah , Georgia

Harrell was a true gentleman and a proud Marine. It was an honor to know him. May God’s peace and your happy and loving memories carry you through this sorrowful time.

- Rosemary Longueira , Savannah, GA

So sorry to hear of your father's passing! He has always had a special place in our hearts. Semper Fi and RIP Mr. Roberts!

- Fran and Glenn Arnsdorff, Savannah, Georgia

A candle has been lit!

Arthur and Donna, So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you. Jack and Susan Hudson

- Susan Hudson, Okatie, SC

Arthur and Susan Holly & I are so sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a great man and I enjoyed his laughter and stories so very much. He will be sorely missed by everyone

- Charles George, fernandina Beach, Florida

Susan, Lewis, Sara, Arthur and Donna, What a joy it has been to be considered friends of Harrell and Betty Roberts, for over twenty short years. The fun we had with the Marines and spouses was beyond measure. Never a dull moment, never a cross word, never rudeness, only love and devotion to each member. I definitely miss those gone before us, but the memories will be remain in my heart forever. My love and prayers are with each of you as you journey through the next few days and will always be considered family.

- Faye Anderson , Pooler , Georgia

May he rest in peace. Thank you for your service to our country. By Gregg L. Friedman MD

- Gregg L. Friedman MD, Hallandale Beach, Florida

Class Mate, Special Person., One of a Kind. Semp Fi

- Ann Taylor, Pooler,, Ga.

We will really miss your Dad and all of the memories that he created for us . He was a force of Nature indeed! Loved the memories from Troop 35 at First Baptist and all of the camp outs. Of course a few stories were always involved but always remember his kindness and explanations of why my brother and I shouldnt be doing something (which was quite frequent- like most of the time. ) . One of many good men who served their Church and country from that generation. My Dad , CM Waldrop will miss him and his presence as a friend of many years. Semper Fi Harrell

- Cynthia W. Waldrop, MIDWAY, GA

Arthur and Susan, my deepest condolences on the loss of your extraordinary Dad. Growing up next door to your family remains one of the highlights of all the Whalen Kids' childhood memories. Your parents were my surrogate grandparents, and I cannot count how many times they helped me throughout my life. The Whalen Family will be forever grateful to have known the love, generosity, and kindness of your Dad, and I will miss my beloved "Mr. Roberts." Your families are in my prayers.

- Mary Beth Whalen Janda, Marietta, GA

What a joy it was to know Harrold! One of my first friends at the COE. Always willing to help - as well as trick you! I won't eat Chinese mustard to this day because of Harrold. His laughter was contagious. His humor endless. Shortly after I started at the COE I bought a radio for my car. Your dad took his Saturday to help me install it - in y'alls car port. A gentleman through and through. Harrold, you will truly be missed. See you on the other side friend. Mickey Johnson

- Mickey Johnson , Fort Mill , SC

To Harrell’s family, It goes without saying that your Dad lit up any room he entered. He was a “knight in shining armor” what ever the task. We are all inspired by knowing him and will miss him dearly. His family was his source of strength and he loved you so!!!! May we all joyfully celebrate the fantastical life that he lived. And oh, how he lived!!!

- Frampton, Greenville, SC

Harrell was one of my best friends in high school and afterwards. He lived in Tattnall Homes and I lived in Pine Gardens and rode the school bus to and from SHS. He was instrumental in my getting a job at the US Corps of Engineers while I was struggling to pay my way through college. After graduating and moving to North Carolina, my wife and I would be sure to see Betty and him when we visited. He was an inspiration to me to keep going to college. I had planned to visit him on my next visit to Savannah, but that will never happen now. However, we will get together again in Heaven some day my faithful friend. Herbie Smith

- Herbert Smith, Greensboro, NC

Susan and Arthur, We are so sorry to hear about Harrell. He was always so full of life. May the grace of God carry you through this difficult time.

- Linnie and Randy Gilliam, Lexington, SC

Arthur and Susan, upon hearing of "Mr. Roberts" passing this morning, I am filled with wonderful lifetime memories of living next door to such an incredible family. Mr. Roberts provided me an unparalleled education in life lessons, military history lessons, and was always their to provide grandfatherly advice, wisdom, experience, and knowledge. I will greatly miss our fireside ("fence side") chats. His fierce loyalty to any and all subjects and causes will live on in all of us that were fortunate enough to know him. Godspeed.

- Charlie Whalen, Athens, GA

Arthur and Susan, I’m very sad to hear of your dad’s passing. Having been my parent’s next-door neighborhood for over 55 years, he was a very special person in my life. My earliest memory as a child is him congratulating me on my 4th birthday across the backyard fence. When I purchased a manual shift car that I couldn’t get out the driveway, he took me to the high school lot and taught me how to drive it. He was always a part of our lives, more like family than just a neighbor. I feel privileged to have grown up next to your family. He will remain in my memory, may he rest in peace.

- Stephen Whalen, Avondale Estates, Georgia

Deepest condolences to the entire Roberts family.I didn’t know him but my spouse Bill Roberts who was a member and worked at First Baptist did and spoke highly of Mr.Roberts. Prayers for Arthur and Susan as you go through this most difficult time.

- Lance Ramsey-Roberts, Savannah, Georgia

Arthur, Susan, Donna, Louie and Sara our prayers are with you during this difficult time. I have many fond memories of Uncle Harrell that I will keep with me allows. I recall him taking me to Hutchinson Island and searching for shark's teeth, hours of shooting pellet pistols in his backyard and watching him do woodwork in his shop. As a kid I remember Uncle Harrell as almost a mythical character, a larger than life presence, a hand shake that you had to prepare for, stories that were so amazing that it seems there was no way they could be real and the unescapable grip of that wounded hand! I remember the River Street Emporium (no cooler place for a kid) and Uncle Harrell giving me flattened pennies and geodes. Uncle Harrell and the Geodes formed under intense heat and pressure early in their formation and like the speaker said yesterday a few months that shaped the remainder of his life. I will miss Uncle Harrell, the geode, tough on the outside, extraordinary on the inside.

- Barry & Debra Mitchell, Rincon, Georgia