James Lee Roberts, AKA “Peter Rabbit”, the fifth child of eight siblings, was born September 11, 1947 to William and Mary Lou Roberts. He was known to be a dedicated and hard worker.
James departed this life on Wednesday, March 3, 2021 and was preceded in death by his parents; and siblings, William Robert, Jr. (Annabelle), Lester Roberts, and Joe Louis Roberts (Dorothy).
James leaves cherished memories with his oldest son, Altonio “Tony” Ross; grandchildren, Ontario S. Ross, Whitney Lang, Altonia Ross, Dayshaun Ross, Keary V. Ross, and Freddron Parker; eight great-grandchildren; siblings, Willie Mae Copeland (Frank), Louise Roberts Risher (Hamp), Catherine Roberts (Reec) and Earl P. Roberts; and a host of nieces, nephews, other family members, and very close friends.