Who is Lawrence E. Roberts?

Lawrence was a pilot with the Tuskegee Airmen and a colonel in the United States Air Force.

Furthermore, he also worked in military service for 32 years. He is also famous for being the father of newscaster Robin René Roberts.

Death (October 12, 2004), Age 81

It was on October 12, 2004, Roberts died at his home in Biloxi, Mississippi.

He died at the age of 81 due to a heart attack. His body was buried with full military honors.

He received much respect for his work when he died.

There were different services held at the Triangle Chapel at Keesler Air Force Base near Biloxi. Lastly, he was buried at Biloxi National Cemetery.