OPELOUSAS – Memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, September 11, 2020 at Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Opelousas, LA for Mr. John Kirt Roberts, Sr. (affectionately known as “Gumbo King”, 57, who passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2020. Fr. Lambert Lein, S.V.D., Pastor of Holy Ghost Catholic Church, will be officiating the memorial service.

Mr. Robertson’s memories are being cherished by: his mother, Shirley B. Robertson of Opelousas, LA; his companion, Brenda Young of Opelousas, LA; step mother, Mary Robertson of Opelousas, LA; two sons, Damious M. Franklin and John Kirt Robertson, Jr., both of Opelousas, LA; one daughter, Nathalie N. Billow of Houston, TX; two brothers, Joseph Kevin Robertson (Deanna) and Don Fitzgerald Robertson, both of Opelousas, LA; step brother, Mitchell Doucet (Yvonne) of Mamou, LA; four sisters, Beverly A. Robertson, Pamela R. Rand (John) and Debbie Green (Weldon), all of Missouri City, TX and W.L.L. of Opelousas, LA; a God daughter, Wendy Robertson (Johnathon); a sister-in-law, Laura B. Robertson of Opelousas, LA; three grandchildren, Kendrick Rosette, II, Peyton Billow and Katie Franklin; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by: his father, Wilmer Lynn Robertson; three brothers, Michael Ray Robertson, Jonathan W. Robertson, Sr. and Wilma “Earl” Robertson; and one sister, Bridgette Robertson.

** Please be advised we will adhere to the safety measures and precautions provided by the state of Louisiana due to COVID-19. Mask are required for those who will be in attendance. **

Words of condolences may be expressed at fordandjosephfh.com

Ford and Joseph Funeral Home, 907 N. Market St., Opelousas, LA, (337) 942-6750, is in charge of arrangements.