Roberta Jane Spoonhower Krause

Roberta Jane Spoonhower Krause, age 74, resident of Somerville, Tennessee passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 10, 2026.

She was born in Port Jervis, New York, to the late Robert Joseph Spoonhower and Berneice Irene Scott Spoonhower. Roberta attended Port Jervis High School in Port Jervis, New York, and continued her education, earning an associate degree. She later devoted her working years to caring for others as a Certified Nursing Assistant in home health care.

Roberta was a faithful Christian woman who loved the Lord and never lost sight of Jesus. A member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, she attended church regularly and made reading her Bible a part of her daily life. Her faith was a guiding light throughout her life, and she found joy in sharing God's love with others. She especially enjoyed fellowshipping with those who were unable to leave their homes, offering companionship and kindness to those who needed it.

Roberta also enjoyed cooking vegetarian meals and pursuing her many hobbies. Above all, she was a loving mother and grandmother who cherished her family deeply. She spoke of her children and grandchildren every day, and they remained close to her heart. Her love for her family, devotion to her faith, and caring spirit will be fondly remembered by all who knew and loved her.

Roberta is survived by her son, Michael Krause of Victorville, California; her sister, Alice Snyder- Headley; her brother, Dick Spoonhower of Port Jervis, New York; her grandchildren, Alessa Krause, Caleb Krause, and Dalilah Coleman; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins throughout New York and Pennsylvania.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Heidi Marie Krause; her son, Robert Joseph Krause; and her two sisters, Sherrie Spoonhower and Mary Trapp.

Graveside services for Ms. Krause will be at 11:00, Wednesday morning, October 21, 2026, at the Somerville City Cemetery in Somerville, Tennessee. Those honored to serve as pallbearers will be Michael Krause, Caleb Krause, Alessa Krause, and Ilenna Krause. Honorary pallbearers will be Dalilah Coleman, Marcus Coleman, and Louann Adair.