Ronald W. Roberts, 76, of Dubuque, died Friday, October 9, 2026, at the Unity Point Health-Finley Hospital, surrounded by his family after fighting a long battle with chronic illness.

The Funeral Service for Ronald will be 10:30 am Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Arbor Oaks Bible Chapel with Matt Carter and Jon Glock officiating. Burial will be at Dubuque Memorial Gardens in Dubuque.

Ronald was born June 3, 1950, in Williamstown, MO, the son of Orval and Betty (Crummett) Roberts.

Ronald graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1970.

He was a U.S. Army Veteran, serving during the Vietnam War Era from July 13, 1970 until July 12, 1973 as an Airborne Engineer.

Ronald was a custodian at NICC until his retirement in 2016.

Ronald enjoyed reading, watching movies, collecting (and sorting), gardening, and volunteering at church. He was always willing to lend a helping hand and performed acts of kindness without seeking recognition; it was just in his nature to care for others.

Survivors include his three siblings, Sandy Payne of Dubuque, Roland (Yong Sun) Roberts of Iowa City, IA, and Gail (Ken) Wallace of Duluth, MN; one sister-in-law, JoAnn Roberts of Peosta; and many nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and -nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Gary and Ruben Roberts.

In lieu of flowers and gifts, memorials may be given to the Iowa ALS Association and the Paralyzed Veterans of America.

Ronald’s family would like to thank the Arbor Oaks Bible Chapel elders and congregation, the UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital Palliative Care team, IHCC, and the ALS Association for their loving care and support.

Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Crematory is in care of the arrangements.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences sent to the family by visiting Ronald’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.