January 6, 1938 - March 9, 2025

Gilbert Madison Roberts, III of Chattanooga died peacefully in his sleep on March 9, 2025.
Born January 6, 1938, he was the son of the late Jayne Roberts and Gilbert M Roberts Jr, MD.
He was a 1955 graduate of the McCallie School and remained a lifetime loyal supporter. He attended Vanderbilt University and worked on the Apollo Space program from its inception until men walked on the moon. Gilbert also worked in the insurance business and at Coppinger Color Lab in Cleveland, TN for many years. As a retirement job, Gilbert worked as a shuttle driver to various regional airports, where he enjoyed long and engaging conversations with his passengers.
He is survived by his sister, Janelle Roberts Walker and her companion Jeff Pawlik; his brother, Priestly Williams (Bill) Roberts and his companion Connie Blaylock; his daughters, Jayne Roberts, Patricia Roberts, and son Gilbert M Roberts, IV (Mary K); granddaughter, Meg Scarbrough; and grandson, G. Madison Roberts, V.
He was predeceased by his sister Judy Roberts Baker and grandson Alex Roberts.
Memorials may be sent to McCallie School Development Department 500 Dodds Avenue Chattanooga TN 37404
A private memorial service will be held at a later time.
The family is being cared for by Vanderwall Funeral Home in Dayton, Tennessee.