On Monday morning, September 1, 2025, Thelma Louise Roby, 83, of Cookeville, TN, moved to her Heavenly home. Thelma was the pastor of Jefferson Church of God of Prophecy. She was a Godly woman who loved the Lord and her family and set an example for her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren that will lead them all their lived. Thelma was born in Sturgis, KY on September 22, 1941. Thelma loved her Savior, the Lord Jesus, and she loved God’s Word. Though she was a humble, gentle woman, Thelma was nonetheless a powerful prayer warrior, and only heaven knows what a wonderful and eternal impact all her many years of pastoring, faithful praying have had on her family and her friends. Thelma is survived by her sons, Bobby Roby (Marsha) of Crossville, TN, Bruce Roby (Stephanie) of Indianapolis, IN, and Terry Roby (Donna) of Crossville, TN; 6 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Charles and Ilene Hawkins; son Donnie Roby; and daughter Tammy Roby. The family will receive friends on Saturday, September 13, 2025 from 11:00am-12:00pm at Jefferson Church of God of Prophecy in Cookeville, TN, followed by a Memorial Service at 12:00pm with pastors Dickey McKinley, Paul Holt, and Rick Lyles officiating.