Graycee Elnora Roberts, 12, of Rexburg, Idaho, passed away May 21, 2017, at her home. Graycee was born January 5, 2005 to Preston and Anjanette Roberts. From birth, Graycee suffered from a congenital seizure disorder that impacted every aspect of her life.
She was a blessing to her family and all that came in contact with her. Graycee had a smile that could light up a room. Her laugh was contagious. It was hard to not laugh along with her when she laughed. She loved sunshine and being outdoors. She enjoyed being taken on walks and being in the fresh air. Graycee was a happy person and had a way of communicating with others even though she couldn't speak. She was always drawn to light and was a light to those around her. Graycee liked to be talked to and responded to touch. She had a fun sense of humor. She startled easily and usually laughed in response to being startled or hearing a funny noise. Graycee loved music – it was a source of joy in her life.
Graycee was an important part of her family. She had a special relationship with them. They took such great care of Graycee and her special needs. Graycee was blessed to have many people that loved her and touched her life in so many ways. Her parents and siblings would like to thank her doctors, therapists, home health aides, family and friends, along with the community, for the love and support they gave Graycee over the last 12 years. She was truly loved.
Graycee is survived by her parents and siblings; Marcus, Mckenna, and Nickolas of Rexburg, her grandparents Rex and Vicki Radford of Ririe, Don and Doreen Roberts of St. Albert, Alberta, Canada, and Maria Hall of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
She is preceded in death by her sister, Victoria Emily Roberts.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, May 25, 2017 in the Burton East LDS Chapel (2332 W. 2000 S.). The family will receive friends on Wednesday, May 24, 2017, from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at the Burton East LDS building and on Thursday from 10:00am to 10:45am at the Burton East LDS building. Interment will be in the Rexburg Cemetery.