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Geoffrey Charles ROBERTS

Published on 20/10/2023

ROBERTS Geoffrey Charles Passed away peacefully on Monday, 16th October at Wrexham Maelor, aged 81 years. He was a beloved father to Sarah, Helen, Andy and Chris, a loving husband to Sue and a devoted grandfather to Louis, Effie, Theo, Andre, Phoenix and Kira. Geoffrey was a prominent local businessman - the owner of Self-Service Hardware, formerly Robert Roberts and Sons - the second oldest business in Wrexham, established in the 1890s. He was also a Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) counsellor for many years, a vice president of the LTA and a founder of the North Wales Regional Tennis Centre in Wrexham. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends. A small private family funeral will be held, and a memorial service for family, friends and colleagues from around the world will be held in the new year. Donations in memory of Geoff would be gratefully received for Bersham Ward, Wrexham Maelor Hospital and may be given via the offertory box or c/o the Funeral Director. Enquiries - Caldecott and Sons Funeral Directors, 12 Penybryn, Wrexham, LL13 7HY. Telephone: 01978 261764.

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Christine Jones October 20th, 2023
I worked for Geoff from the age of 16 to 26 at Self service hardware .He was a great boss & highly respected in the community .
RIP Geoff
Jill Howell October 20th, 2023
Mr Roberts was a lovely gentleman, I worked for him at the shop in Charles Street for four years and he was the best boss I have ever had. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends. X
bee Humble October 20th, 2023
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RIP Daddy G -will miss having you around for sound advice, conversations and watching the footy! Ky will miss sharing a steak pie with you. Beth & Ky xx