A memorial service celebrating the life of Mary Ann Roberts Carter will be held Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at Heflin United Methodist Church in Heflin, Louisiana with Rev. Judy Bazer officiating. Mary donated her body to the Louisiana State Anatomical Board of LSU School of Medicine.

Mary was born February 12, 1948, to Leon and Margeurite Roberts in Minden, Louisiana and died March 30, 2022, at her home in Heflin, Louisiana. She was a graduate of Minden High School. She was a member of the Heflin United Methodist Church. Mary was happiest when surrounded by her family. His most important achievement was his children. Her faith in God never wavered, even in her deepest struggle. The most important message she wants to share is that of redemption and salvation for all.

She was predeceased by her father, Joseph Leon Roberts, her mother, Margeurite Martin Roberts, and her brother, Joe Wilson Roberts.

She is survived by two daughters, Kim Sparks and Kristi Holley and her husband Ken Holley, all of Heflin; grandchildren, Conner and Blakley Smith, Kirsten and Kaleb Smart, Haidyn Holley, Kailey Sparks and Jewel Holley; brother, Charles Roberts of Lemming, Texas; his sister Margie Roberts of Kingsville, Texas; many nieces, nephews and a host of friends and relatives.