Morris Gene Roberts, 91, of Arcadia, passed away at his home on Saturday, October 6, 2018. He was born in Bowling Green, Florida on October 7, 1926 and had lived in DeSoto Country for 30 years, moving there from Highlands County.

Mr. Roberts was a World War II veteran serving in the U.S. Navy, had worked as a rancher and a cowboy, and was a Baptist.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Lottie Roberts, and brothers, Russell and Otis Roberts. Survivors include a son, Morris Gene Roberts, Jr. (Karla) of Venus; daughters, Julia Dyal (Jessie) of Venus and Katty Weinfeld (Marc) of Sebring; and one grandchild.

Visitation is on Friday, October 12, 2018 at Robarts Garden Chapel from 1-2 PM with Funeral services at 2 PM. Burial is in New Zion Cemetery.