Alfred Stewart Roberts

Alfred Stewart Roberts passed away on January 23, 2023 with his daughter at his side. He lived though many changes in this world during his almost 97 years, and he took each in stride. Al was a dignified, respectful, loving father and grandfather who proudly served his country. He was born in Ridley Park, PA in 1926 and moved around frequently in his young life. This included living with Joseph and Ida Dalton in their Philadelphia home when his mother passed away. He was 7 years old. His father purchased the family home in Oreland in 1938 where he lived until he moved to NJ in 2022. Alfred is predeceased by his parents Alfred Sharpless Roberts and Anna E. Stewart, his granddaughter Anna-Marie Charlotte Lerch, his sisters Elizabeth Roberts, Barbara Pollock and other beloved family members, Nancy Roberts and Eleanor H. Roberts. He is survived by his daughter Heather C. Lerch (Denny), his granddaughter Elisabeth L. Lerch, cousins Jay Roberts (Peggy), Joan (Myles) Bradley and his cats Shy and Brave. His devout love of nature and animals began with his mom's cat who even attended school with him once. His picture with the family dog "Little Chum" was his favorite from his time on leave. He had many cats and dogs and even a grand bunny over his lifetime. Sharing his love of bird watching, star gazing and spending time in the PA Mountains were treasures to him. Al enlisted in the Army Air Force in 1944 and proudly served until he was honorably discharged. He returned home to complete is high school degree at Springfield Township High School. He began working with Western Electric and transferred to AT&T. He pioneered installing and troubleshooting computers. He maintained an enthusiasm for computers and technology throughout his life. Al enjoyed his ho scale model railroad trains, creating his own train scape in his home. He loved playing tennis into his mid 80's and was thrilled when his granddaughter began playing. He gifted her her first racquet. Al was very proud of his garden. He was always happy to share an abundance of tomatoes especially in exchange for homemade cookies from a neighbor. He had a love of cheese-steaks, Diners, homemade cherry pie, Stutz candy, and chocolate chip cookies, but most of all he valued time spent with family, especially his daughter and granddaughter. Alfred Stewart Roberts was a man of few words, but much love. Memorial service 3 pm Sat. at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 318 Chester Ave. Moorestown, NJ. In lieu of flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to Guide Dogs of America http://www.guidedogsofamerica.org/ or National Audubon Society http://www.audubon.org/