Jerry Roberts, 79, dies

Columbus, OH — Jerry Lynn Roberts, 79, of South Vienna, Ohio, died Dec. 18, 2020, in his residence.

Born July 5, 1941, in Springfield, he was a son of Isaac Loring and Helen Margaret (Lensman) Roberts.

A United States Navy veteran, Mr. Roberts had worked and retired from Navistar in Springfield. He was a Standardbred driver/trainer, a member of the USTA and loved his horses.

Survivors include his wife, Richelle Kay (Kelly); sister and brother-in-law, Sharon (Robert) Reynolds; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, father, and twin brother, Larry Roberts.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Ohio Chapter of Parkinson’s Association or the Standardbred Retirement Foundation.

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