FARIBAULT, Minn. - Michael Thomas Roberts, age 70, formerly of Madison, Wis., died peacefully on Dec. 29, 2020, at Gems Assisted Living in Lake Havasu, Ariz. He was born on Jan. 14, 1950, in Faribault, Minn., the son of Arthur and Elizabeth Roberts. He attended Bethlehem Academy and Faribault Senior High School graduating in 1968.

Mike worked for many years in insurance, real estate, and mortgage lending. He enjoyed fishing, golf-especially the Kumquat Open, and shooting the breeze with his friends. He was always honest, had a great sense of humor, sharp wit, and a big heart. The way he died is just like he lived: he wrote his own rules, he fought authority, and he paved his own way. And if you said he couldn't do it; he would make sure he could.

Mike was known for lighting up a room with his entertaining stories and jokes. He loved to make others laugh, and they usually did! Of all the people he touched, his most proud achievement in life was his daughter, Brigid. She continues to gift others with her kindness, love, and clever sense of humor. They always shared a deep bond and if you were lucky enough, they may have let you in on their private jokes. Mike is survived by his loving daughter, Brigid (fiancé, Mike Wenzelow); former wife, Kate Ford Roberts; brothers, Kevin (Mary Carol) Roberts and Arthur Roberts; sister, Julie Reed (Geoff Rubio); and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Elizabeth Roberts; and brother, Patrick Roberts. He will be dearly missed, and forever in our hearts. The family wishes to thank Hospice of Havasu and Gems Assisted Living for their care and compassion.

A visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, with a Candle Lighting Ceremony at 2 p.m. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.

Gunderson East

Funeral & Cremation Care

5203 Monona Drive

(608) 221-5420

Michael Thomas Roberts

January 14, 1950 - December 29, 2020

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