Charles Reed Roberts died at his home here on Wednesday morning, February 10, 1915. His death was caused by heart disease. He was aged 89 years and 3 days. Mr. Roberts was born February 7, 1826, in Philadelphia. At an early age he removed to Addison, his late residence. During his early days he was by occupation, a shoemaker. He was married February 23, 1858, to Margaret Jane Bird, who survives to mourn his loss; also seven children survive, as follows: Mary Katherine Roberts, Amanda Mathilda Roberts, Anna Zepp Roberts, all at home; Benjamin Franklin Roberts, Ohltown, O.; Emma Jane Augustine, Pittsburgh; Albert R. Roberts, Addison; William Henry Roberts, Listonburg. Two brothers survive him - Samuel A. Roberts, Dekota, Cal.; Albert M. Roberts, Philadelphia. He also leaves nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. On February 26, 1864, he enlisted in the army to fight in defense of his country and the freedom of mankind. He was assigned to company G, Third Heavy Artillery, or the 152nd Pa. Vol., and during the service lost his left arm. He continued in the army until July 28, 1865, when he received an honorable discharge. Mr. Roberts joined the M.E. church at Addison, January 8, 1906, and was a member in good standing until his death. The funeral service was held on Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the residence, conducted by Rev. O.J. Rishel, assisted by P.A. Galbreath, of Wampum, Pa. A quartette, composed of the Misses Mintie E. Turney, Cynthia Ross, Messrs. C.N. Jeffreys and Daniel Knox, sang "Abide with Me," "Lead Kindly Light," and "Nearer My God to Thee." At the close of the service, the quartette sang "Will Never Say Good-bye." The floral emblems were beautiful. The casket was draped with the American flag. The G.A.R. veterans attended in a body and had full charge of the service at the grave. The pall bearers were Charles Bird, Scott Bird, Andrew Bird, Perry Bird, Thomas J. Havener, Frank J. Shirer, Paul M. Ross and O.D. Nicola. Many friends from a distance attended the obsequies. [Unknown Source]