David Roseboro Obituary in Shelby at Enloe Mortuary

Obituary For David Roseboro

Our beloved David Gene Bryant-Roseboro, 74 of Shelby NC, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2023 at Wendover Hospice House in Shelby, NC. He was born on June 17, 1948 to the late Gladys Roseboro and the late Claude Huskey, Sr. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Priscilla Eaves. He was raised by his late aunt and uncle, Mary Bryant and James Bryant.

David graduated from Burns High School in 1969. He served his country in the Vietnam War for 2 years. He drove trucks for many years for Goforth and Shelby Asphalt Paving. David was a chef in his own right, he enjoyed making bologna and egg sandwiches for his daughter, niece, and nephew. David was a avid race car fan and enjoyed attending drag racing and race car events. David was a hardworker, who had a contagious personality that would light up the room. He never met a stranger. David's famous sayings were "I know that's right" and "I heard that".

David is survived by his beautiful wife of 36 years, Dorothy Clark Roseboro; mother in law, Julia Clark-Smith (Benny). He is survived by his children, Tracy Tuft (Bobby) of Greenville, SC, Samantha Miller (Marcus) of Greenwood, SC, Shavette Allen (Rev. Maurice) of Kings Mountain, NC, Gregory Clark (Teresa) of Greensboro, NC, Shannon Roseboro of Shelby, NC and Clarissa Roseboro of the home ; sister in law, Harretta Wimbush (Samuel), and brother in laws; Rev. Melvin Clark (Mary) and Anthony Clark. He is also survived by his grandchildren; Ashlee Reed (Brandon), Christina Tuft, Candice Tuft, Makiyah Allen, Maurice Allen Jr, Chris Bolden Jr, Lamonte' Roseboro, 6 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, and other family members.

To the wonderful staff at Wendover Hospice House of Shelby, Our family is grateful for your loving care, kindness and concern for and to our loved one, David and our family.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, February 19, 2023 at 3:00 PM at Good Samartian Baptist Church. Burial will take place at Sunset Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2:30 PM until 3:00 PM and at other times at 797 Kenmore Street Shelby.

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Anthony Wise sent Sympathy Spray for David Roseboro - February 16, 2023

"We at D&S Community Services / SC Mentor want to offer our condolences for the loss of your father. We wish you and your family peace and comfort during this difficult time." We love you Samantha!

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My sincesrest condolences to Dorothy and the Roseboro and Clark families. May God continue to keep you during tHK52phis time. The Hon. Keith E. Haynes

I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the Roseboro family. David was a dear friend during our childhood and school years. We grew up and went different ways in life but we both served in the military and are Vietnam veterans. Whenever I would run into him he was still my friend David Bryant...all smiles and laughter. He will certainly be missed by all who knew him. May God bless the family. Sherrill Schenck and family

To the family of David Roseboro. We send our deepest condolences and love. David was such a nice young man and classmate at Burns High School class of 1969. David always had something nice to say when he saw you. John and Doris Kilgore

To the Clark and Roseboro family god has picked a lovely flower for everytime you saw David he was full of something to say to make you laugh so he wil be missed by all who knew him.Mary D.Sims

Rest in Peace cousin. Marilyn and John Adams

Our sincere condolences to the Roseboro family you are in our prayers. James and Linda Wilson

We send our deepest sympathies to the family. You are in our prayers. The Laborn Family

Our sincere heartfelt sympathy for the Roseboro family.David was the joy of our class and just an honest friend. Always smiling and showing how much he truly loved and cared for you. Roger and I will always be there for you Dot,and our precious Clarissa and siblings. Just remember and focus on the good times ,and know God is always with you.He will you strength during this time ,and days to come ,and will keep you in perfect peace. Rest on David you have earned your just reward .Roger/Suzette Ross class of 1969.Also our family members .All send their love and prayers ❤️🙏🏽🥲