Tom was an amazing example of walking by faith.  He often said, "I am convinced that living by the principles of God, in the Bible, will produce the best results for my life!"  He walked this out in his life daily.  He was a long time member of the Tribe of Judah Motorcycle Ministry, and served in jail/prison ministry most of his Christian life.  He was an accomplished song writer and Praise and Worship leader.  He was a US Airforce Veteran.

His current wife of 13 years, Kathy Royster Roberts, passed 10 days after Tom.  He is preceded in death by his father, George Roberts, mother, Mary L. Moody, son, Craig Roberts, brother, George "Buddy" Roberts, nephew Bryan Roberts, and by his wife of many years, Linda Roberts.

He is survived by his daughters, Haley George, Crystal Spanick, and Brandy (Jerry) Ware, step-son, Kristopher (Amanda) Royster.  His siblings: sisters, Sue Austin, Karen (Steve) Moore, Janet (David) Burchfield, and brother, Paul Roberts (Louise). He had 13 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Tom was cremated by W.E. Lusain Funeral Home and Crematory.  His service was held at Bible Comes to Life Church in Adger, AL on 17 July 2021.  It was officiated by Pastor Phillip Hill, Pastor Richard Aaron, and Missionary/Pastor Isa Bajalia.