On February 7, 2007, Jewel Vester Roberts went to heaven to be with the love of her live, the Lord Jesus Christ.

Others to welcome her into heaven were: her husband, William "Bill" Roberts and her son Ronald Roberts, whom preceded her in death.

Jewel was born in Colbert, Oklahoma on September 21, 1916 to Selvy and Almer Elizabeth (Langston) Durbin. Jewel met and married Bill Roberts on January 17, 1940. Both Jewel and Bill spent an adventurous life living and traveling in the United States before settling for a time in Fort Collins, Colorado. Jewel was "Momma" to seven children; Shirlee, Leonard, Chester, Ronald, Larry, Mary and Doris. All living children love, miss and pay tribute to this beautiful woman of God.

Jewel loved God and was a living example to all who came to know and love her. Jewels ministry and gift to her family and others was to always listen, care and pray. You could always count on Momma to pray and always speaking a gentle kind word, never harsh or unkind.

After the death of her lifetime mate, Jewel settled in the Eldon and Versailles area. Jewel faithfully attended the Assembly of God Church and will be missed.

Although our hearts are broken, as a family we rejoice in knowing she is now safe in her Saviors arms. She will be missed by her children, 18 grandchildren, 44 great grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren. So long Momma, see you soon.

Visitation will be from 3-6 p.m. on Saturday, February 10, with services immediately following at 6:00 p.m. at Rekus Funeral Home in Eldon. Pastor Gary Petty will officiate. Graveside services will be at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 11, at Greenlawn Cemetery in Mountain View, Missouri. Rev. Nolan Wilkins will officiate.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Versailles First Assembly of God Church – Youth 7 Project.