Kenneth Somers Roberts

Kenneth Somers Roberts, age 95, died peacefully on Monday, April 14th, 2025 at his home in Cannon Falls. He was born April 9,1930, in Cohansey, NJ and attended Kent School Preparatory in Kent, CT and The University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Finance and Commerce.

Ken's work ethic was exceptional. His integrity and discipline was second to none. In 1955, Ken began his lengthy employment career at General Motors Acceptance Corporation. His next endeavor took him to Yegen Associates from 1966-1970. With much determination, he started Consolidated Acceptance Corporation. From 1977 to 1983, Ken was at Consolidated Financial Corporation. In 1984, he was the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Greentree Financial. He was also a Trustee. In 1995, Ken started United Companies Funding, Inc. Ken ended his career at Triad Financial Corporation in 2002.

He spent his retirement years traveling with the love of his life, Annette Mansfield.

Ken was a trustee at Kent School Preparatory. He was actively involved with the Boys and Girls Club of Minnesota.

Ken is survived by his two daughters, Laura (Marc) Blais and Beth Marie Edwards, and their mother, Sue Ellen Roberts. He was granddad to April, Dianna, Ryan, Ellen, James, Breana, and Austin. He was also fortunate to have had great-grandchildren, Vivian, Violet, Edwin, June, and Annabelle.

A Celebration of Ken's Life will be held September 6th at 12:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation.