Mrs. Evelyn Earlene Howard Roberts, age 73, of Roanoke, formerly of LaGrange, passed away on December 22, 2016.  Mrs. Roberts was born on April 7, 1943 in El Campo, Texas to the late Hugh E. Howard and Sueolla Crockett Howard.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Willie J. Roberts.  Survivors include her brother, John David Howard and extended family and friends.  Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 26, 2016 at 3:00 pm at the Higgins LaGrange Chapel.  Family will receive friends from 1-3 at the funeral home on Monday.  On line condolences may be sent to the family at http://www.higginsfuneralhomes.com./   Higgins LaGrange Chapel Funeral Home, 706-884-7117.