Robin Roberts' memories of beloved father who was in the military amid Memorial Day
Robin Roberts was one of the Good Morning America co-anchors absent from the ABC daytime show on Monday as she marked Memorial Day.MORE: Robin Roberts makes heartbreaking revelation about partner AmberThe TV star, along with Michael Strahan and George Stephanopoulos, had the day off on the US holiday, which honors the lives of military personnel, in particular those who have died while serving in the United States armed forces.The day will no doubt have been poignant for Robin, who has a close connection to the military in her own family.VIDEO: Robin Roberts shares glimpse inside her Connecticut homeHer beloved father Colonel Lawrence E. Roberts dedicated more than 32 years of his life to the military, and Robin has proudly opened up about his legacy on many occasions.MORE: Robin Roberts shares emotional details from Naomi Judd's memorialMORE: Robin Roberts shares emotional family update on Mother's DayThe star will no doubt have her father on her mind during her time off work.