Roper Funeral Home and Crematory 206 Holly St Jasper, GA 30143 (706) 253-7500 (706) 253-0040 www.roperfuneralhome.com Vernon Robert Holbert, age 83, of Jasper, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at his home. He was born December 28, 1940 to Alden and Ester Holbert in Jasper. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy. Vernon is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Eric and Carrie Holbert of Jasper; grandchildren, Cory Green, Amberly Hames, Jessica Childress, Megan Dallas, Shelby Holbert, Molly Holbert, Madelyn Watkins, Mason Watkins, Michelle Veater, Cody Holbert, Jake Holbert; great-grandchildren, Camden Hames, Nora Hames, Amelia Green, Damian Green, Autumn Green, Madisen Holbert, Elias Dallas, Quinn Dallas, Raegan Holbert, Taylor Holbert, Kayden Holbert, Jensen Holbert, Jaxon Veater, Jace Veater; and soon to arrive, great-great-grandchild, Warren Jason Howe; sister and brother-in-law, Ruth and Raymond Taylor; brother and sister-in-law, Charles and Barbara Holbert; and brother, Roger Holbert. A host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives also survive. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sylvia Holbert; son, Robert William Holbert; daughter, Donna Hancock; son, Mark Holbert; grandson, Jason Holbert; and sister-in-law, Jean Holbert. Funeral Services will be held 11:00 a.m., Saturday, August 3, 2024 in the Chapel of Roper Funeral Home with Reverend Nathan Smith and Reverend Grant Wade officiating. Interment will follow at Sharptop Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will be receiving friends at Roper Funeral Home, Friday, August 2, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, August 3, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. until the funeral hour. Arrangements are entrusted to the Staff of Roper Funeral Home and Crematory.