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Demetrious Yolanda Harris-Roberson Life’s Journey Demetrious Yolanda Harris affectionally known as “Metra” was born on April 15, 1971, to the late Wilton and Elnora Harris in Austin, Texas. She was the third child born to this union. The Harris family were lifetime members of Wesley United Methodist Church where Metra gave her life to Christ at an early age. She was baptized under the leadership of Rev. Freddie B. Dixon, Sr. She sang in the youth choir under the direction of the late Geneva Rawlins, minister of music. As teenagers, she and her older sister Rosilynn were lead musicians at Webberville Road Baptist Church under the pastoralship of Rev. Charles Easley Sr. Metra played the piano while Rosilynn played the organ. Metra also served as a junior usher under the guidance of Mary Kimbles. She grew up in Austin, Texas where she attended Norman and Walnut Creek Elementary, Dobie Junior High and Lanier High School. During her years at Norman and Walnut Creek Elementary Schools she was very active in Girl Scouts and known for her kickball skills. At Dobie Junior High, Demetrious discovered an interest in music and enjoyed playing the trombone and became trombone section leader. While attending Lanier High School she was a member of the debate team and student government council. Metra graduated from Sidney Lanier High School in 1989. She attended Texas Woman’s University (TWU) in Denton, Texas where she pursued and obtained a double degree in Mass Communication and Business Administration. She published articles in the student newspaper, “The Lasso.” She also served as student ambassador for TWU and was a proud graduate in the Class of 1992. Demetrious met the love of her life, Kerry Albert Roberson at Morse Street Baptist Church while attending college. They were engaged to be wed after their third date. During their courtship Metra joined Morse Street Baptist Church under watch care and became very active. Kerry and Demetrious became one on September 26, 1992, when they shared their vows at Wesley United Methodist Church, Austin, Texas with Rev. Dr. Freddie B. Dixon, Sr. officiating. Shortly after their marriage they relocated to Camp Pendleton in San Diego, California due to Kerry’s military assignment in the United States Marine Corps. After two years they returned to Dallas, Texas. Upon their return to Dallas, Texas, Metra joined Morse Street Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend Donald Hayes with the Roberson family, who were devoted charter members at that time. They began their family and were blessed with their first-born Baleigh Marie and two years later their second daughter Kennedi Danielle Mary completed their family. At Morse Street Baptist Church, Metra served faithfully as the college ministry manager under the leadership of Reverend James Kelly. In this role, she advised, encouraged, and assisted students with their post-secondary education goals. Demetrious had a passion for business and finance which lead her to embark on a career with several major companies including but not limited to JC Penney’s Corporate Office, Dallas Morning News where she was Senior Commercial Credit Manager for over twenty years, Denton Area Teachers Credit Union and most recently with Lawn & Garden LLC, where her specialty was Credit Approval and Collections Management. Metra was civic minded and very involved in her community through commitment of Girl Scouts as troop leader, Parent Teacher Association (PTA) Band Booster Mom at Harpool Middle School and Denton Guyer High School. Demetrious had the Harris Blood in her veins. She loved to talk and could elevate to whatever level of conversation she was in. She was an inspiring motivational speaker like her daddy and big brother. Metra was considered the Roberson’s official itinerary travel planner. They were avid travelers and shared many vacations together as their most recent one was to the Dominican Republic in July 2023. Demetrious loved her family and friends, more importantly, Demetrious loved her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Demetrious was preceded in death by her parents, Wilton and Elnora Harris; paternal grandparents, Robert and Rhoda Harris; and maternal grandparents, Frank and Bernice Oliver. Demetrious leave to cherish her memory: Her husband Kerry Albert Roberson of 3 years, two beautiful daughters, Baleigh Marie and Kennedi Danielle both of Lewisville, Texas; one brother, Wilton Daniel Harris, Jr., Austin, Texas; one Sister, Rosilynn Ann (Anthony) Harris-Aldridge, Austin, Texas; one sister-in-law, Faye Ellen Roberson-Norman, Denton, Texas; three aunts – Clarece Long, Texas City, Texas; Sally Oliver, Henderson, Texas; Louise Oliver, Henderson, Texas; Special Cousin, Nicole Harris and a host of nephews, nieces, relatives, friends and colleagues.

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Demetrious Yolanda Roberson

April 15, 1971 - August 4, 2023