James C. Roberts

August 23, 1938 - August 3, 2017

James Colburn Roberts, age 78, of Harbor Beach, Michigan passed away on August 3rd, 2017 at the age of 78. Jim was born on August 23, 1938 in Harbor Beach to the late Harry and Frances Roberts. He graduated from Central Michigan University and obtained a degree in accounting, a skill he applied during his career at General Motors. In 1961, Jim married Judy Kirkman of Vernon, Michigan, where he settled and had 3 children. He later returned to Harbor Beach where he enjoyed many years with Marie Heleski and her son. Throughout his life he loved fishing, golfing, ship watching, and playing euchre. When not enjoying one of these hobbies, Jim would often be found at his building tinkering on various projects. He was a member of Our Lady of Lake Huron Church and the Knights of Columbus. Jim is survived by his children Shellie Bragg (Stanley), Timothy Roberts (Natasha), Jamie Alchin (Troy), and Rusty Naimo (Denese); Grandchildren Kayla Lindeman (Dan), Kelsey Wiberly (Jim), Hunter, Walker, and Skyler Alchin, Emory and Ella Roberts, Paige and Madison Naimo; Brother Richard Roberts (Diane); Sisters Kathryn Hanson (late Harold), and Mary Capling (Dennis); and many Nieces, Nephews, and friends. Funeral Mass for Jim will be on Monday, August 7, 2017 at 12 noon at Our Lady of Lake Huron Church in Harbor Beach, of the Holy Name of Mary Parish, with Fr. George Amos officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation for Jim will be on Monday at the church beginning at 10 am until time of services at 12 pm. Arrangements are being handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach Memorials can be made to the Knights of Columbus OLLH Council. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com