Born January 31, 1939 in Knox County, Tennessee
Passed November 19, 2024 in Melbourne, Florida
Jessie Marie (Bailey) Roberts, age 85 of Melbourne, Florida passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2024. She was a graduate of Karns High School in Knox County,Tennessee. Jessie moved to Cleveland, Ohio upon graduation where she met and married Tom Roberts. They subsequently moved to Harrisonburg, and Powhattan, Virginia before settling in Melbourne in 1968. One wonderful byproduct of being employed by Florida Power & Light until her retirement, was working with a stellar group of folks that would become lifelong, steadfast, friends.
Jessie is preceded in death by her parents John and Mildred Bailey; sister Freida Jo Miller; brother Johnny Bailey and Tom Roberts. She is survived by her daughters Amy and husband Joe Gerlach and Beth Roberts; grandchildren Katie and husband PJ Darling, Maggie Gerlach and husband Jason Niemann, Lauren Gerlach and Emily Roberts; great-grandchildren Cameryn Darling, Collin Darling and Carter Darling.
There will be no services as requested, interment will be at a later date in Madisonville, Tennessee. GO VOLS!
Jessie enjoyed gardening, watching her hummingbirds, and a good game of pinochle or dominoes, but nothing made her happier than spending time with her fabulous friends and relatives.
12 entries.
Bonita Kirchman
from Palm Bay wrote on December 7, 2024:
I will miss you're lovely smile.
kevin fox
from Nashville TN wrote on December 6, 2024:
I have so many memories of Jessie and every one of them brings a smile to my face. Elizabeth, Wyatt and myself will miss her dearly. She always kept me updated on my Florida family. I hope all of you are well and getting through this loss
Edna Earle Barnes
from Century, Florida 32535 wrote on December 6, 2024:
Loved my sweet friend Jessie.
She was like family…good memories..
Jo McElhaney
from Farragut wrote on December 6, 2024:
My cousin Jessie and I were able to share many memories, as well as, times spent together. Jessie is no longer with us , but her memory will live on with all who loved her.
Brenda Crocker
from Detroit wrote on December 6, 2024:
Jessie I will always cherish our times together. Maine was a great time for all of us. Forever in my heart. As I head to Florida. Just doesn’t seem the same not seeing you. Love to you .
Sharon Partin
from South San Francisco, CA wrote on December 5, 2024:
I was saddened by my dear friend Jessie’s passing.
Will always remember our friendship and will miss talking to her. Jessie was a caring person and she will always be in my heart.
Rest in peace Jessie
Love,
Sharon Partin
Diane Morgan
from Melbourne wrote on December 4, 2024:
Jessie was a wonderful friend. She will be greatly missed as one of the FPL family. Fly high on angels wings, Jess.
Linda Fernandes
from Springfield wrote on December 2, 2024:
My sweet cousin...miles have always separated us. I will miss our phone calls to "catch up" on our family. Your life was full and filled with so much Love. Fly high on Angel's Wings.
Tammy and John Phillips
from Oak Ridge, TN wrote on November 27, 2024:
Aunt Jessie was one of a kind and touched so many. We loved her appetite for adventure and her appreciation of family and friends. We will hold tight to some wonderful memories 🧡.
Ava
from Centertown wrote on November 27, 2024:
Any & Beth, please reach out if there’s anything I can do. Stay in touch, love Ava.
Ava S Douglas
from Centertown wrote on November 27, 2024:
My dear Aunt Jessie, So sad that we can’t visit & hear stories of you & my mom! I enjoyed that So much. Love you w All my heart & you will be Greatly missed😢💔. Love, Ava….
Kaye Sweart
from Knoxville wrote on November 27, 2024:
Such a great loss for us all. Jessie was the sweetest, and had so much time anytime I was around her. We sure loved to cook together on our beach trips. She will be greatly missed.
Love and prayers to the family.
Born January 31, 1939 in Knox County, Tennessee