Roberta Jean Kachel Brittain, 77, of Lowell, passed away March 2, 2015 at Caromont Regional Medical Center. She was born November 25, 1937 in Colorado Springs, the daughter of the late Gale and Ruby Kachel. Left to cherish her memories are son, Kirk Brittain; daughters, Elizabeth Ferrell and Renee Hester and husband, Jim; brother, Ronnie Kachel and wife, Dorothy; grandchildren, Nikki Ferrell and Kevin Brittain and wife, Elisa. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Bo Brittain and brothers, Dick and Robert Kachel. Gathering of friends and family will be 4 - 6 pm Wednesday at 309 McAdenville Rd., Lowell, NC 28098. Arrangements are with the South Chapel of Greene Funeral Service and Crematorium, Gastonia.