William Allen Roberts

William “Bill” Allen Roberts December 27, 1949 ~ February 21, 2026 William “Bill” Roberts was the first-born child of James Paul Roberts and Mary Adeline “Addie” Huggins Roberts. Little sister, Mary Paula was born two years later, and brother Jim four years after her. They lived in a valley in Woodall, OK near grandparents Alfred and Mary Roberts until his father Paul passed away far too young at age 28. Addie and her children, Bill age 6, Mary Paula age 4, and Jim age 3 months moved to Muskogee, OK to live with Grandmother Lola “Lodie” Huggins who had just lost her husband Harley a few months earlier. After Stepfather Morris Pugh became part of the family, little brother, Robert “Bob” Pugh was born. They moved to the country to the small community of McLain south of Muskogee. The children all attended Webbers Falls schools. Bill loved living in the country where he could ride horses every day. As a member and officer in the local Future Farmers of America “FFA” he raised and showed calves and sheep. He had an appreciation for animals throughout his life. After high school, Bill first attended and graduated from Connors State College while working evenings as DJ at KRBB Radio in Sallisaw. That experience evoked his interest in Broadcasting, Communications, Media and Public Relations. After graduating Connors he continued his interests and studies at Oklahoma State University, graduating with a Master of Science degree in 1974. Bill worked in communications in the public school system which led to a career in Public Relations. He served many years as PR Director for the Oklahoma College of Osteopathic Medicine in Tulsa and then Rose State College in Midwest City. Before retiring, Bill went into the Real Estate business where his background in PR served him well as a successful agent. Throughout his career he earned accolades for his achievements, but he leaves a legacy of warmth and compassion through his kindness toward people and animals. He was a man who lived his faith, showing love and generosity to everyone he met. He had a gift for engaging with strangers. His smile and genuine interest could make anyone feel they were the only person in the room. He truly cared for others, as attested in his years volunteering with the OKC Meals on Wheels program before he and his partner, Mike dedicated their Saturdays serving hot meals and distributing clothing at the Oklahoma City Homeless Alliance. Bill’s love for animals was unmatched. He was a passionate advocate for adopting rescue dogs and had saved more than we can remember. We are confident he was greeted at the Rainbow Bridge by all the animals he rescued. In remembrance of Bill and his love for animals, the family asks that you consider charitable donations to an animal rescue organization. His family will receive friends 4:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M., Monday, March 2, 2026 at Cornerstone Funeral Home. A celebration of Bill’s life will be 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at Cornerstone Funeral Home Chapel with Dana Bailey officiating. Interment will follow at Greenhill Cemetery.

William Allen Roberts

December 27, 1949 - February 21, 2026