Roberta Lee Prosser, just 25 days short of her 99th birthday, peacefully passed away surrounded by family and friends June 4th 2020 at her home on Ellison Drive, Springfield, Missouri. Roberta was born June 29, 1921 in Springfield to Minnie and Percy Payne. She attended Roundtree grade school and Central High School. Roberta married George W. Prosser on June 3, 1941Continue Reading
Roberta Lee Prosser, just 25 days short of her 99th birthday, peacefully passed away surrounded by family and friends June 4th 2020 at her home on Ellison Drive, Springfield, Missouri.
Roberta was born June 29, 1921 in Springfield to Minnie and Percy Payne. She attended Roundtree grade school and Central High School. Roberta married George W. Prosser on June 3, 1941 and they had 3 boys; Rick, Gary and Gregg. The Prosser’s built and solely-owned their family home on Republic Road, which is now the site of
Ridgecrest Baptist Church. Roberta enjoyed a 30 year career with Commonwealth Theatres training future Managers and serving as their citywide Bookkeeper.
She was known as Nana to her eight grandchildren, Jeff, Elizabeth, Jeremy, Jennifer, Chris, David, Emily, and Sara, 11 great grandchildren and her beloved dog Copper.
She loved painting, sewing and made many beautiful blue ribbon quilts. She was especially proud of the ribbons she won at the Ozark Empire Fair. She had her final Art Show of 12 oil paintings in November and December 2019, at Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America in Lawrence, Kansas.
Roberta was preceded in death by her husband George in 1985 and son Gregg in 1991.
She is survived by her son Rick and wife Charlotte of Lawrence, Kansas and Gary of Springfield.
A memorial visitation for Roberta will be held on Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. in Greenlawn Funeral Home South. Her service will follow at 1:00 p.m. with burial to take place in White Chapel Cemetery.
In lieu of Flowers the family would appreciate contributions to Honor Flight of the Ozarks or any
Humane Society or Animal Rescue facility of your choice.
left a message on June 9, 2020:
Roberta was a force in the community, whether it was helping at the school, in 4-H or competing at the Ozark Empire Fair. She was a great cook (I can taste the grits now), seamstress and artist.
I remember a beautiful raincoat and matching hat she made Charlotte. I was amazed she could sew through the raincoat type material and it looked like a designer's outfit. If she could dream it, she could sew it!
If you loved the color red, Roberta was your friend. I remember seeing an advertisement for a frilly red umbrella that folded up to look like red flowers and I immediately thought of Roberta. I knew I had to give her that red umbrella and she loved it. She was also very generous and shared many of neck scarves - red, of course! I also remember her generously letting me use her sewing room and supplies downstairs to make a Halloween costume for my granddaughter.
One last memory is the beautiful red tulips that lined the Prosser's driveway in the springtime.
I am grateful to have known Roberta and she will be missed, but I will always hold her in my memory. My deepest sympathy for the family.
Karen Cook Niswander
left a message on June 9, 2020:
Roberta made us all feel special. We are all better people, for having known her. Love, Alice Ramey
left a message on June 9, 2020:
I am so sorry about your loss. Earline (Brashers) Minier, friend of your mother in the fifties.
left a message on June 9, 2020:
To Roberta’s Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Roberta was such a precious lady and a inspiration to me and my family. She got me my first job and was so supportive to me when I needed her the most. She was very special and definitely one of a kind!!! I am sure she will be watching over all of you!! Love, Weed and Jane Martin
left a message on June 8, 2020:
In memory of Roberta Prosser, Rusty lit a candle
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
left a message on June 8, 2020:
I love you Nana. I will always love you and I miss you. You were a great inspiration and supporter of my hopes and dreams. Thank you
left a message on June 7, 2020:
Sending thoughts and prayers to all family and friends
left a message on June 7, 2020:
To the Prosser family, Jeff, Tara, Ivy and Jake, my prayers are with each of you. I remember hearing stories about your Nana. I know she will be missed, but a celebration in heaven, she is pain free, and rejoicing with our Lord. I cant be with you in person, but I am in heart and prayer. Love each of you. Hugs.
left a message on June 7, 2020:
Praying for your family to find peace in your happy memories of Nana.
left a message on June 7, 2020:
In memory of Roberta Prosser, Freda King lit a candle
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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