Sunrise, January 12, 1923 Sunset, May 28, 2023
Hosea Timothy Roberson was born January 12, 1923, in Eldorado, Kansas, to Samuel and Willa (Fischer) Roberson. Hosea completed his primary education in Atchison, Kansas, where he met his future wife of 65 years, Delores Majors in 8th grade. They met at Lincoln School and later married in 1947. They were very involved with Bethesda Baptist Church.
Hosea enlisted in the Marine Corp in 1942, training at Camp Lejune, North Carolina. At that time Black soldiers were trained but not allowed to fight on the front lines. Their camp was known as Montford Point. They eventually were called to the front lines to fight.
Hosea spent most of his career with Firestone Corporation as a mechanic and later as sales-service manager, retiring in 1991, after 32 years. He continued with ongoing classes, attending the University of Minnesota.
Hosea loved his role as a volunteer for the Food Ministry. He delivered bread to shut-ins and to Bethesda’s food shelf for 13 years.
In 2022, Hosea was honored with the Congressional Gold Medal for his service as a Montford Point Marine. He was also honored by the Minnesota Twins, raising the flag before the game.
Hosea departed this life on May 28, 2023, surrounded by his children and granddaughter. He is preceded in death by his parents; son Timothy Ford Roberson; wife Delores Catherine Roberson. Surviving to remember his spirit are his daughter Joyce K. Roberson, his son Mark H. Roberson, and granddaughter Louisa C. Roberson
Hosea was also the last remaining survivor of the seven brothers and sisters in his family.
His celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at the Cremation Society of Minnesota, 4343 Nicollet Ave South, Minneapolis, MN, (612) 825-2435. Visitation is from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. The service is from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., with Reverend Arthur Agnew officiating. Interment will take place at 11:30 a.m. at Fort Snelling National Cemetery, 7601 34th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, (612) 726-1127.
In lieu of flowers, the family will accept cards or feel free to donate to Hosea’s favorite charities, the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) or Wounded Warriors Project.
The Roberson family wish to thank Brighton Hospice Care, Veteran’s Administration for their care and kindness. Thank you to our family and friends for their care and kindness throughout this difficult time.
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