William Roberts Obituary

William "Hawk" Roberts, 70, of Martinsville, passed away Saturday, July 5, 2025 at Grand Valley Health and Rehab.
He was born Wednesday, May 18, 1955 to the late William Thomas "Bill" Roberts and Georgia Marie (Lair) Roberts in Indianapolis.
Hawk was a 1973 graduate of Greenwood High School and went on to work as a truck driver and sales manager. Hawk was the owner of 252 Junk Yard & Towing for several years. In his younger years, he enjoyed drag racing and boxing. Not one to sit still, he was always working on something, especially his garden tractors and small engines. He loved old cars and his pride and joy was his light blue '57 Chevy. Hawk had a larger than life personality. He was an agitator and prankster and could talk to anyone and left a lasting impression on everyone he met. Most of all, he was a devoted family man. He took care of his wife, spent lots of time with his children, and adored his grandkids and great grandkids.
Hawk is survived by his wife of 51 years, Deborah Lynn "Debbie" (Walker) Roberts who he married June 21, 1974; children, Willie Roberts (Shannon), Emily Powell, Bob Roberts (Cindy); brother, Tommie Roberts; 12 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren and one on the way.
Preceding him in death are his parents, Bill and Georgia; brother, George Roberts; sisters, Becky Martinez, Debby Smith, Cindy Sexton.
A Celebration of Life for Hawk will be held at a later date.