Obituaries
Henry J. Roberts, 12
March 30, 2025
The loss of Henry J. Roberts of Manheim, Pennsylvania is being felt enormously by all who knew and loved him. In his short 12 years on this earth Henry left his mark on this world in a multitude of ways. Henry took his role as big brother to his two sisters Avenell and Caroline seriously by being their fearless leader and friend while also giving them the necessary ‘hard time’ that big brothers do to keep things in order. As a student and classmate, Henry enjoyed the serious role of bringing laughter to the moment, guiding those younger than himself, and his favorite lending a helping hand to those who needed it. Henry thrived in the outdoors spending endless hours outside building forts, climbing trees, running, biking and fishing. Henry loved playing soccer, swimming, and recently learned that he was a natural at archery. A promising young entrepreneur, Henry loved making maple syrup with his family, selling cotton candy with his friend, raising pigs and had plans for a garden stand that was scheduled to debut this summer.
Henry is survived by his parents, Justin and Kelly; sisters, Avenell (9) and Caroline (6); grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends. He is preceded in death by his Uncle Bill.
Relatives, friends and all who knew and loved Henry are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 601 East Delp Road, Lancaster PA 17601, with The Rev. Daniel Powell as Celebrant on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 11:00 AM. Light refreshments and Henry’s favorite junk foods will be shared following Mass. The family will receive friends at a visitation at the Charles F. Snyder, Jr., Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz PA 17543, on Friday, April 4, 2025, from 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Henry would want those attending both on Friday and Saturday to feel comfortable, please come as you are in your favorite sports gear, East Petersburg School shirts, the color pink, or team uniforms to honor his interests. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Henry’s memory may be made to following organizations, Lancaster Farmland Trust, https://lancasterfarmlandtrust.org/ , KPETS – https://kpets.org/ , Power Packs Project – https://www.powerpacksproject.org/ , and Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development – https://www.schreiberpediatric.org/.
For those who would like to watch Henry’s Funeral Mass through Livestream at 11am, please use this link below https://sjnlancaster.org/
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Condolences to the Family
April 18, 2025
We just learned of the loss of your son. Words cannot express how sorry we are to hear this. Our love and sympathy go out to you and your family. May God hold you close and surround you with his peace and love. You are in our prayers.
Tim and Jackie Sweet
April 12, 2025
So sorry for your loss
Lonnie and connie wood
April 10, 2025
Dr and Mrs Roberts,
so sorry for your loss all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Know that you will always have an angel watching over you. Sending our love and hugs,
Lou & Ginger Frola
April 10, 2025
Dr. and Mrs. Roberts,
I am so sorry for you loss. I pray that the peace that surpasses understanding envelopes you and your family at this time.
Chris Wilt
April 07, 2025
Justin and Kelley, I wish I knew what to say, how I could in some way ease your sorrow. All I can do is simply say I am so very, very sorry for your loss and know that your entire family will be in our thoughts and prayers for some time to come. God’s speed to you all.
Tom Boheman
April 06, 2025
Heartbroken for your loss. Sending you and your family my love and strength.
Maria Vasiliadis
April 06, 2025
Dr.Roberts and Mrs.Roberts, my wife and I just learned about your tragic loss of Henry and offer our condolences. It appears he was doing what he loved and was an active part of your lives.I hope you all will find solace in your memories of him. Wlliam Hunt MD and Teresa Hunt
April 05, 2025
Justin please accept our kindest sympathies for the loss of your son, Henry. May the Lord keep him in glory and may you and your family find comfort and solace. You and your family are on our minds today.
Jeff Hardin and Jessica Rivers
April 05, 2025
My very deepest condolences to your entire family. So hesrt-breaking to hear the news of Henry’s passing. Love and hugs to you all.
Patricia Devore
April 05, 2025
Justin, I am so sorry for your tragic loss ❤️🩹– Rena Lambert, Allentown
April 05, 2025
Dear Justin & Kelly, my deepest condolences for your terrible loss. May the love you have cultivated surround you with strength and comfort during this impossible time.
Anjali Vaidya
April 05, 2025
Our sincere and deepest condolences goes out to the Roberts family. There are truly no words to say how sorry we are for your loss. Sending you love and prayers to our Lord and His Holy Mother.
John and Vassa Lee
April 04, 2025
Justin & Kelly Roberts & Davis families my heart is with you all. Words are so inadequate. I’m hoping you feel the virtual embrace.
Debra Atkinson
April 04, 2025
Our family is sending sympathy and love to the Roberts family. We are all feeling the profound sadness from the loss of Henry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. – Melanie Dietrich and Family
April 04, 2025
We are so sorry for your loss. We cannot imagine the depths of your grief. Thank you for sharing the spirit and love he brought to those around him.
Tara, George and Kay Kraus-Tawil
April 04, 2025
I didn’t know Henry, but my mom did. I’m the same age as Henry and would have loved to have met him. I hope Henry’s family can find peace.
Grace Cook
April 04, 2025
My deepest condolences to you and your family. May Henry’s light continue to shine through.
– Celeste Heckman
April 04, 2025
Remember me in your heart:
your thoughts, and your memories
of the times we loved,
the times we cried,
the times we fought,
the times we laughed.
For if you always think of me,
I will never have gone.
~my deepest condolences 💐
Cindy Good
April 03, 2025
Roberts family, We are so sorry for your loss of Henry. We are praying for you all to find the strength and courage to make it through the quiet times. No words can begin to describe what your going through but prayers, love and thoughts are with you. 🩷
Zhu family
April 03, 2025
No words,no words,no words……..only hugs….only hugs..
SHERYL FISHER
April 03, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Our deepest sympathy. The Kiser’s.
April 03, 2025
Roberts family, our heartfelt sympathy as you face the unimaginable loss of your son.
Dustin and Kara Garber
April 03, 2025
Condolences in the homegoing of your precious son. Please know that The Roberts Family are in our prayers for comfort and strength. May the sweet spirit of Jesus encircle you immensely in the days to come.
Joan Toller
April 03, 2025
Our hearts go out to the Roberts Family. Henry and your family will be in the Rec staff’s thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if we can assist in any way. Sending nothing but love.
Hempfield recCenter
April 03, 2025
I’m so sorry to hear about Henry’s passing. I’m so glad I got to know him during the summer swim season the past several years. He will be greatly missed.
With ❤️ from Coach Sky
April 03, 2025
My deepest condolences to your entire family. May God be with you and give you strength to get thru this devasting time. Please know you are in our prayers.
Dorine Offenbaker
April 03, 2025
Dear Justin, Kelly, Avenell, and Caroline,
You are in my thoughts and prayers daily. I am so sorry for your tremendous loss of Henry. I remember his helpful and adventurous nature picking up sticks and playing in the treehouse when I would be out mowing the grass. I pray for strength, comfort and peace to come to you all soon.
Love, Alli (Doughton) Burkholder
April 03, 2025
Dear Justin, Kelly, Avenelle and Caroline,
During this difficult time, please know that your neighbors and school family and community are grieving with you and lifting you up in prayer in every way possible. We have been praying for peace and strength for you and your entire family as you grieve. God, we need to hear your voice and feel your presence during times of fear, sorrow, and defeat. During this journey, I pray you find great refuge in Isaiah 41:10: “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” Standing with you in the years to come.
Love, Nik, Laura, Violet and Cooper Martin
April 03, 2025
Henry was one of a kind, he was loving, compassionate, and most importantly, a lifeline of happiness in my world of despair, so sad to see him go, my deepest condolences
Hunter Nolt
April 03, 2025
What a devastating loss to have a child taken so young. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you navigate unimaginable grief.
Kris and Rose Kurjiaka
April 03, 2025
Sending my deepest condolences and prayers.
Milonda Johnson
April 03, 2025
My deepest sympathies are with you all during this devastating time. May you find strength and comfort in the cherished memories of your child. I have been, and will continue praying for Henry and your family everyday!
Jana Rachor
April 03, 2025
My heart breaks for you and your family in the immense loss of your son. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Heartfelt condolences, Susan Sterkenberg
April 03, 2025
Henry was a wonderful young man and a talented soccer player. He always showed kindness and encouragement to his teammates. We are deeply sorry for your loss, and our hearts are with you during this difficult time.
Matt, Caleb, and the Padron Family
April 03, 2025
Justin, Kelly, Roberts and Davis families. Our heartfelt sympathy is going out to you at this time of great loss for your family. Sending our thoughts and prayers to you all. Mark and Deb Oleson
April 03, 2025
A heartbreakingly beautiful tribute to a very special boy. My thoughts are with you. Beth Scarborough
April 02, 2025
Our sympathy to your family. How awesome Henry must have been! Prayers that you will feel God’s peace and comfort in your grief. Joe and Marlene Kaufman
April 02, 2025
Dear Roberts family,
It is with a very heavy heart that we send our deepest condolences for your loss. Vinitha & Shakeel Amanullah
April 02, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. Words cannot express how sad I feel for all of you. It sounds like Henry was a great kid and he will be dearly missed. I will be thinking of you guys.
Lindsay Elmore
April 02, 2025
We feel so much heartbreak and sorrow for you Roberts family. Condolences dont even begin to scratch the surface and words fall short, but please know you have been in our near constant prayers.
The Krauter Family (Sarah and Colton)
April 02, 2025
I can’t imagine all you are going thru. While I didn’t interact with Henry as much as many, I do recall always the biggest smile and both his sisters are friends with my two kids. Please know you have been in our thoughts and prayers, and will look for ways to show support as time passes. Hugs and love to all of you. The Pokrops (Ollie and Stella)
April 02, 2025
Dear Kelly and family,
We are terribly sorry to hear of your loss. We will be thinking and praying for your family as you navigate this difficult time.
The Wilhelm Family (Mike, Ashley, Madisyn & Grant)
April 02, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Henry’s family, grandparents. Cherish the memories👍❤️. The Hasek’s
April 02, 2025
So sorry for your loss! We are thinking of you and your family during this tragic time
Michael Vranian
April 02, 2025
Heaven just got an angel! Can not stop thinking about this , Henry was one of our fans and always had him in his birthday at our restaurant. We loved his personality and how humble and kind he was. We will miss him alot.
Our prayers goes to you Henry and your family and may God give then all the strength.
Mash
April 02, 2025
We are heartbroken for this tremendous loss. We are fervently praying for your family. We wish we had comforting words… sending prayers and hugs. Love, Joe and Dana Holland
April 02, 2025
Words cannot do justice to the grief of losing a loved one. My thoughts and prayers are with the Roberts family. May God give you the strength to bear this loss. Henry will be missed by all who knew him. His sweet memories will fill the heart, bringing solace and peace. Sending my deepest sympathies, Kanwal Mangat.
April 02, 2025
Justin and Kelly,
Please know when the quiet comes, the normalcy of life resumes for others, you’re alone with your thoughts, and the tears fall; please know I am praying for God’s comfort for you in those moments.
Tee Rhim
April 02, 2025
I don’t know your family personally but my heart hurts for you all. May God keep you all in his prayers. Bless you all
Pam Kennedy
April 02, 2025
Sending love from Cedar Rapids, IA for this huge hole in your lives. May you be gentle with yourselves and each other as you gather to mourn, celebrate, and share love with one another. With deep condolences, Rev. Carin Bringelson
April 02, 2025
My heart just breaks for you all. Sending my deepest condolences and I am praying for strength for you all during this devastating time.
With Love,
Jasmine Lee
April 02, 2025
Thinking of your family in this saddest of times. Please know you are in our prayers.
Larry & Sue Messerly
April 02, 2025
Justin was amazing as are you all. He and you are both in God’s great envelope forever. Your spirits were intertwined in this life and forever. Now all of you do something outrageously “Justin” to celebrate with his greater circle of family and friends as it seems he would want you to. Hold the feelings of love and support in the coming days and years.
Sher and Ross Beller
April 02, 2025
Your friends across Penn Medicine are heartbroken for your loss. You are in our thoughts and in our hearts and prayers.
PJ Brennan
April 02, 2025
Henry was a bright light and a kind helper. That doesn’t happen by accident. I remember him always scolding his sister for running in the hallways at her dance class; he was always looking out for her. You can be incredibly proud of the young man he was. There is no sense in this tragedy, and the pain of loss is so deep. Please know that you are all in our thoughts every day.
Janay Fattore
April 02, 2025
My heart breaks with yours and the sorrow felt is deep. There are no words at this time to comfort this kind of grief. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and all who knew Henry. I pray God to provide comfort and healing and in time may you find peace and joy in all his memories.
Sara Moore
April 02, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that I would like to pass on my condolences to Henry’s family in hearing of his tragic loss. Holding you and your family close in my thoughts and prayers. May you sense God’s peace and comfort as only he can give. MJ
April 02, 2025
This pain is beyond what anyone should have to endure and no words can truly ease your heartache. Please know we continue to send you and your family so much love, and we look for ways each day to honor Henry.
Stacie, Angel & Ava DeJesus
April 02, 2025
Words cannot express our sorrow for you. My fondest memories was when I finally got his name as you were in the pick up line at the school.
Phillip Reilly
April 02, 2025
Kelly, Justin, and familiy I am so sorry for the loss you are experiencing. I will keep you all in my heart.
Jill ‘Arp’ Miller
April 02, 2025
To the Roberts family…losing a child is an unimaginable pain, and words often feel inadequate. You are all in our thoughts as you navigate this tremendous grief – sending heartfelt sympathy and love.
Victoria, LG Health Foundation
April 02, 2025
My heart is heavy for your tremendous loss. I have been, and will be praying for your family every day.
Rebecca Young
April 02, 2025
We are heartbroken for your family and so deeply sorry for the unimaginable loss of Henry. A few days before this tragedy, you brought us a meal—an act of kindness and generosity that will stay with us forever. That’s the kind of love your family carries, and it speaks volumes about who Henry was, too.
Eliza is in his grade, and she—and all of us—have felt the weight of his absence. It’s wildly unfair, and there are no words big enough to hold what you’re going through. Please know that our hearts are with you. We are holding your family close in thought, and honoring Henry’s memory in our home.
With deepest sympathy and love,
Eric Brobst & family
April 02, 2025
As a fellow sixth grade Hempfield family, we extend our deepest condolences to your family during this very difficult time. Many prayers for you as you navigate this road ahead. Thinking of your family daily 🤍The Smith Family
April 02, 2025
Dear Roberts family,
I am so saddened to hear about your enourmeous loss. You are in my prayers and have all of my sympathy. love,
Carolyn Nelson (Nissley)
April 02, 2025
Alan & I are at a loss for words. Just know that we love all of you and our hearts are breaking for your loss. The only comfort I have in this is that his Uncle Bill surely welcomed him on his journey beyond. Love and hugs going out to you with many prayers. Julie and Alan
April 02, 2025
Words mostly escape me. It sounds like Henry touched many lives in a positive way. My condolences to the Roberts family.
Phil Billoni, MD
April 02, 2025
My heart is breaking for you all! Henry was a special boy who always brought a smile to those around him. ❤️
Barb Meier
April 02, 2025
I hope that, even though your world is so dark right now, you are soon able to see some light in the memories that you had with Henry. Deepest sympathies to you Justin and your family.
April 02, 2025
Words are not enought to express my deepest sympathy to your family. Many prayers for your whole family during this time and the days to come.
Dana
April 01, 2025
To all who love this child. I give to you my heartfelt condolences. May he rest in peace.😢🙏🙏🙏
Cathy Wallander
April 01, 2025
My sincere condolences to the Robert’s family. Henry was a good friend.
Brayden Kolp
April 01, 2025
I’m sending you my deepest sympathies and love, Kelly & Justin. I can’t imagine the pain you’re going through. I wish for peace as you navigate this unimaginable loss. 💔
Staci Hemesarh
April 01, 2025
Kelly, Justin, and family, few words can bring you comfort. For never meeting Henry I can imagine what a wonderful child you two have raised and my heart aches for all of you. Know I am thinking of you.
Suzanne (Ohrt) Felton
April 01, 2025
We all grieve with you, Kelly and Justin. You are not alone. We will reach out again soon to see how we can be helpful to you during this difficult time.
Andy and Jenn Rummel
April 01, 2025
Our Family’s deepest condolences at the loss of Henry. There are no other words to say that can touch all that you must feel right now. His light will always be with you in your love and memories.
Stacey Youcis
April 01, 2025
We are heart broken along with you and pray that God’s peace carries, sustains and strengthens you in your lament and overwhelming grief.
Dwight and Mel Mohler
April 01, 2025
I’m so sorry for the loss of your dearest son, Henry. May he rest forever in the loving hands of God.
Margo Eberman (Riley Denise’s grandmother)
April 01, 2025
Gracie will miss her walks with you Henry and runs in the in the field above your grandmother’s house. she was lucky to gave you as a friend to play with and I was fortunate to know you.
Kathy Bowers
April 01, 2025
Words cannot express how sad we are for your loss, Roberts family, and how much we’ll miss Henry and his smile and sense of humor. Thinking of you all, always. Fly high, Henry. 🩷
Elizabeth Gee
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