Callahan H. Roberts

There is no doubt that Heaven began to shine even brighter on April 4, 2026. Callahan Hope Roberts, 23 of Indian Lake, passed away at her home surrounded by her loving parents, cherished grandmother, and close family and friends. Callie had spent a year showing amazing strength and courage in her battle against brain cancer. Her bravery and fighting spirit were present to the very end.

Born on April 12, 2002, Callie was the beloved daughter of Dale Roberts and Kate Moran. She attended Indian Lake Central School where she was active in clubs, student organizations, band, chorus, musicals, and athletics throughout her educational years. She and her classmates graduated in 2020 during the chaos of the pandemic, having a unique and unforgettable graduation ceremony on flat bed trailers in the school parking lot. Callie completed her first year of college attending SUNY Cobleskill online and completed her education in person at SUNY Plattsburgh, graduating  in 2024 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. She loved her time at Plattsburgh, especially living with the girls and hanging out on the porch at 1 Helen Street.

In December of 2024, Callie began what she called her first “big girl job” working as a Behavioral Health Technician at Glens Falls Hospital. She thrived in the position and immediately began considering pursuing a Master’s Degree in the field. Her plans were sidetracked in March of 2025 when the emerging symptoms of her not yet diagnosed illness made work impossible. She never lost hope that she would one day have the opportunity to return to work.

Callie often talked of the fun times of her childhood. Favorite memories included boating on Indian Lake, camping, dinner no dinner parties, countless games of manhunt, sleepovers and playdates at Shelly’s (second mom) with Kristina and Angelina, and driving the lawn mower and four wheeler all over the yard with her brother, Colby. 

Callie had beautiful friendships, some starting in early childhood, some in later years, but all creating a steadfast tribe, together for the good, the bad, and everything in between. They had each other’s backs for broken hearts, school woes, new loves, and were entering a new era of marriages and babies. There weren’t many problems a scary movie and one of Sierra’s charcuterie boards couldn’t fix. There was no shortage of laughter, even if it came through tears. A movie night, a trip to get sushi, or just a ride with the windows down and the music playing brought Callie great joy. They never treated her like she was sick, even on their last visit when they surrounded her bed and painted her nails and told stories and laughed despite the fact that she could barely speak. There is no doubt she felt surrounded by their love, and she loved them so much in return. Their bonds will never be broken.

In the last year, Kate was blessed to be able to take leave from work and care for Callie during her illness. They made it a priority to live their best days, even managing to drag Colby into some of their adventures, often subjecting him to loud and boisterous sing-alongs of the Mama Mia soundtrack. There were magical manatee kisses, sunrises over the ocean, lots of doctor’s appointments, and tons of laughing and random silliness in the middle of the heavy and the serious. One of Callie’s favorite things was to just have her mom brush her hair. It always helped to quiet her fears. It helped her mom, too. Callie and Kate were truly best friends. Their last road trip was a ride to West Virginia to pick up Callie’s new puppy, Baker, who she called her Little Bambino. Despite using her as a personal chew toy, he brought her such joy over the last several weeks. During her last hours, he only wanted to be near her, snuggling in close on her bed. She will be watching over him for sure, especially to see if his ears stay bigger than his head.

Callie had a 1000 watt smile and a laugh that came from her toes. She was witty, smart, sarcastic, ridiculously funny, fiercely loyal, loving, honest, and compassionate. Over this last year, she handled her condition with strength, resilience, and a quiet grace well beyond her years. Her bravery and sheer stubbornness were an inspiration. Hers is a light that not even death can extinguish. All who love her will carry it with them.

Callie was predeceased by her paternal grandfather, Dale E. Roberts.

She is survived by her parents: Dale (Michelle) Roberts of Indian Lake, Kathleen (T.J.) Moran of Indian Lake; one brother; Colby Roberts of Indian Lake; Maternal grandparents: Larry Parker of Ballston Spa, Patsy Callahan of Indian Lake; Paternal grandmothers: Deborah (Larry) Stephenson of Schroon Lake and Linda Roberts of Utah; her aunts and uncles: Mike (Theresa) Parker, Matt (Stacy) Parker, Lisa Roberts, Jennifer (John) Darling; several cousins, and the most amazing friends who were family of the heart.

The family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Lauren Weintraub, Caitlin, Onica, Sue, and all the amazing staff at Melodies Pediatric Cancer Center who worked so hard to help Callie face this battle and treated her like so much more than just a patient. They loved her and it showed. In Callie’s words she would 10 out of 10 recommend them.

Friends may call Thursday, April 9, 2026 from 3:00 p.m to 5:30 p.m. at Miller Funeral Home, 6357 State Rte. 30, Indian Lake.

A prayer service will immediately follow the visitation at the funeral home.

A celebration of Callie’s life will be held, Sunday, April 12, 2026, her 24th birthday, at the Indian Lake Volunteer Fire Department from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Ronald McDonald House of Albany and/or the Melodies Pediatric Cancer Center at Albany Medical Center.

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