With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing of Joseph Roberson, 84, of Olanta, SC, husband of Bertell Roberson, who passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2024 at his residence.

Life Reflections

"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith." II Timothy 4:7

Joseph Roberson, 84, was born May 6, 1940 to the late Willie and Estell Rush Roberson, in Lynchburg, South Carolina. After a brief illness he transitioned over to the Lord on Sunday, September 22, 2024 at his home peacefully.

He received his formal education in the public schools of Sumter County, South Carolina.

Joe as he was known by many, he had a passion of working on cars, trucks and etc., and he loved doing it. Joe was a family man  and if he could help you in anyway possible he would be right there.

Joseph was joined in Holy Matrimony to Bertell McDowell Roberson for fifty-two years.

Joseph was preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Estell Roberson, his brothers, Daniel, David, Johnnie and George Roberson, and one sister, Lula Roberson.

He leaves to cherish his precious memories: his loving wife of the home, Bertell Roberson; three daughters, Annie Mae Earle of Columbia, SC, Dorothy (Bishop) Graves of Hartsville, SC and Deborah Gee of the home; four sons, Michael (Edna) Smith of Scranton, SC, Michael Graham of Turbeville, SC, David (Patricia) McDowell of Atlanta, GA and Anthony (Patricia) McDowell of Lynchburg, SC; eleven grandchildren and thirty great grandchildren; five sisters, Mary Lee Wright, Gladys Cousar, Julia Lee Roberson all of Lynchburg, SC, Shirley Ann Eaddy of Sumter, SC and Vickey (Romanu) Gibson of Gable, SC; two brothers, Eddie (Annie Lee) Roberson of Gable, SC and Willie Earl Roberson of Lynchburg, SC; three sisters-in-law, Robertha Fleming of Turbeville, SC, Betty Jean McDowell and Lorraine Geralds both of Lois, SC; two best friends, Fonzie Jordan and John McCray both of Olanta, SC; along with a host nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

The family will receive friends and family at 4811 Woods Bay Road, Olanta, SC.

All arrangements and professional services have been entrusted to Henryhand Funeral Home of Lake City, SC. 843-354-2292.