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Published February 02, 2012, 12:00 AM

LEONARD ROBERTS

Leonard Roberts, of Silver Bay, passed away at home surrounded by family, Monday, Jan. 30, 2012.

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Leonard Roberts of Silver Bay, passed away at home surrounded by family, Monday, Jan. 30, 2012.

He was born Oct. 11, 1924 in Chisholm, Minn., to Emil and Estelle Roberts.

He grew up in Washburn, Wis., with 10 siblings. He joined the Navy and was a World War II Vet.

He married Yvonne Ludack in 1948. He worked for Hunkin, Arnold & Dixon during construction of Reserve Mining, then worked in the Power House for Reserve for 33 years. His hobbie were woodworking, fishing and hunting and dedicated many years volunteering at the Veterans Home.

He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Yvonne; daughters Lynne (Ed) Mattingley, Terri (Pudgy) Perfetto, Robyn (Warren) Swarmer and son Kevin (Annette) Roberts; eight grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren and one grear-great-grandchild, and sister Delores Jasper of Chippewa Falls, Wis.

His funny, loveable character will be missed so much.

PRIVATE FAMILY INTERMENT: will be held.

Arrangements are by the Cremation Society of Minnesota.

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Margie B.
Silver Bay, MN     02/05/2012 6:56 AM

Our sympathy to the Roberts family.

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Don D.
Chandler, AZ     02/02/2012 8:44 PM

Yvonne, Lynne, Terri, Robyn, & Kevin, I'm very sorry to hear about the passing of Lenny. Lenny was one of a kind. He was what we used to refer to as a "character." He possessed a great sense of humor and always loved a good joke or story. I can recall on many occasions seeing Lenny standing in his garage, holding court, while we were walking uptown. We would smart off to him in typical kid fashion and he would always good naturedly give it back to us in spades. I know that he spent a lot of time volunteering at the Veteran's Home which speaks volumes to the compassionate and caring side of his personality. People will say he lived a good, long life but when it's one of your parents or your spouse, that life is never quite long enough. I know the sad and empty feelings you have right now but I'm sure Lenny left you all with a host of stories and anecdotes full of love and laughter that will hopefully, make the coming weeks less painful for you. He was one of the people that made Charles Circle a unique and happy place to grow up. My thoughts are with you at this time as are all the members of the Dumais family. Best regards, Donnie

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marie m.
Duluth, MN     02/02/2012 11:39 AM

I was always nice to see Len at the veterans home when visiting my dad. He always had a kind word and a smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Marie McCorkell

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