Martha Joyce Roberts Obituary
The family announces the passing of Martha Joyce Roberts of Shelbyville, Kentucky on July 27, 2026. Martha, born on October 11, 1938, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Martha will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Martha by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Martha is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Martha’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Dorothy Avery Roberts and Hugh Roberts, Sr.; and her son Reginald Scott Spencer (late William Owen Spencer). She is survived by: her children, William "Willie" Lee Roberts, Sr. (Florence) of Eminence, Timothy Lynn Roberts of Shelbyville and Theresa Lorraine Wheat (James Jr.) of Lexington; and her siblings, Bonnie Sanders, Katie Roberts, Hugh Roberts, Jr., Barbara Phillips and Earl Dorothy Miller. She is also survived by 17 grandchildren; 56 great-grandchildren; 35 great-great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
