Adella J. Smith

Abby D. Roberts, 38, of Springfield, passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2008. She was born March 19, 1970 in Springfield, the daughter of Theodore and Shirley (Temple) Roberts.

Abby was a member of the Nations Chapel United Methodist Church and had been employed at the Odd Fellows Home.

Survivors include her husband; James E. Baker, her mother; Shirley Roberts, three children; Tessa Roberts, Scott Roberts and James Roberts all of Springfield, a step son James B. Baker, Florida, four step grandchildren; Maria, Shaela, Matt and Juna, two brothers; Theodore and Darren Roberts, two sisters; Brenda (Eric) Sparks and Audrey Roberts all of Springfield.

She was preceded in death by her father.

Private funeral services will be held with Pastor Don Masem officiating. Burial will be in Ferncliff Cemetery.

Arrangements are being handled by the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME.