Dale Nelson Roberts, age 54, of Fall River, Massachusetts, passed away on February 28, 2015, at the St. Luke's Hospital in New Bedford, following an illness. Born in Fall River, he was the son of Joan M. (Langton) Roberts of Fall River, and the late Billy Joe Roberts. A lifelong resident of Fall River, he attended Bishop Connolly High School. In addition to his mother, Joan, he leaves two Aunts, Rosemarie Poe of Fall River, and Elaine Roberts of Allston. Dale was also the brother of the late Bruce Roberts. At the request of his family, Dale's Funeral Arrangements with the Silva-Faria Funeral Home were private.