Wharton is remembering longtime community advocate Steven Leon Roberts, who died December 23rd at the age of 59 after suffering two strokes. Roberts served two terms on the Wharton ISD school board from ’16 to ’21, including two years as vice president, and later ran for Wharton mayor. Family members say he was deeply committed to education, public service, and uplifting others. Roberts was also active in local civic groups and church life. A memorial service will be held January 10th in Houston.