Life Reflections
Helen Ruth Roberts, age 80, of College Park, Georgia passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026.
Helen was born on September 7, 1945 in Eatonton, Georgia. She was the beloved daughter of Lee Hurt, Jr., and Lizzie Hurt. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, a loyal friend and a pillar of strength to all who knew her.
Helen accepted Christ at an early age. She served as an active member of Antioch Baptist Church North.
Helen Hurt was united in marriage to John Roberts on February 14, 1969 and together they built a life rooted in love and family. She was selfemployed and ran an in-home daycare for 35+ years and was known for her dedication, integrity and caring spirit.
Helen will always be remembered for her kind heart, beautiful smile, strong faith, generosity, sense of humor, love for cooking, traveling, and she was an avid Atlanta Falcons Fan. Her life was a blessing, and her memory will forever remain in our hearts.
She was preceded in death by Willie, Frank, Rogers, Annie Clark, Cora Adams, Melvin Hurt, Lenon Hurt, Earnest Hurt, Otis Hurt, Acie Hurt, J.J. Hurt and Alvin Hurt.
She leaves to cherish her memories, two children, Quinten Roberts (Sonja), Tonya Hudson (David), five grandchildren, Asia, Stevie, Jaylin, Quincy and Mariah; eight great-grandchildren, Mekhi, Zhurie, Brenton, Brinston, Bristol, Brielle, Braxton and Brinx, four siblings, Alfreda Dennis, Gainell Banks, Bennie Jones and Gloria Dennis; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Order of Service
Rev. Lester Duncan, Presiding
Prelude………………………………………………………………………………………..……………...……………….…...Saxophonist
Processional…………………………………………………………………………………..…..……..Clergy, Family & Friends
Prayer………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...…………Rev. Bruce Scott
Scripture Readings
Old Testament……………………………………………………………………………..………..……….Rev. Charlie Walker
New Testament…………………………………………………………………………………………….Rev. Terry Hightower
Musical Selection…………………………………………………………..………………………...……………….….Church Choir
Reflections (3 Minutes Please)
Anitra Hurt
Letitia Woods
Dr. Marsha Simon
Johnny Hurt
Acknowledgements……………………………..……………………………………………….…...Willie A. Watkins Staff
Musical Selection…………………………………………………………..………………………...……………….….Church Choir
Eulogy……………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………Rev. K.L. Alexander
Recessional
Postlude
Interment
Forest Lawn Cemetery
5755 Mallory Road | College Park, Georgia 30349
Repast
Savannah Event Hall
4849 Old National Hwy | College Park, Georgia 30337
Loving Tribute
To the family of my sweet cousin and dear friend, Helen
My heart aches with you. Your loss is deeply felt by all of us in her extended family. In 1988, Helen, Dave and I came together with a simple but powerful vision-to begin what became our Hurt Waller Family Reunion tradition. What started as an idea rooted in love and togetherness has grown stronger with each passing year. Through it all, Helen was there. She never missed a reunion. She showed up faithfully, joyfully and with a heart fully committed to keeping our family connected. Helen truly lived the principle of letting love be our greatest aim. She nurtured relationships, honored family, and brought warmth wherever she went. Her presence was steady, her spirit vibrant and her dedication unwavering. I will miss her deeply– more than words can express. Please know that you are surrounded by our love, prayers and heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. May God bless our family.
From Rosie
Flower Ladies
Nieces
Pallbearers
Eugene Roberts, Jr. Ameche Byrd
Anthony Dennis Keith Hurt
Derrick Stroud Frank Ward
Acknowledgements
The family of Helen Roberts wishes to express our heartfelt gratitude for the many acts of kindness, prayers, phone calls, visits, flowers, cards and other expressions of love shown during our time of bereavement. Your support has brought us comfort and strength. May God bless each of you.
Willie A. Watkins Funeral Home Historic West End Chapel 1003 Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard Atlanta, Georgia 30310 404-758-1731 www.williewatkins.com The K Effect, Print & Design, 678-732-5937
