Leamond Roberts

Leamond ‘Bugs’ Roberts, Jr., 71, died on Monday, February 12, 2018 at the Monroe Regional Hospital in Aberdeen. Born on February 4, 1947 in Smithville, he was a son to Leamond Clover Chester “Dub” and Geveva Vines Roberts. Growing up in Smithville, he graduated Amory High School and married Elizabeth Riddle. Prior to his retirement, he worked for Amory Garment Company as a shipping clerk, Metalloy Corporation, and MTD. A master gardener, Mr. Roberts looked forward to planting season and he enjoyed harvesting and giving away the fruits of his crop along with working with his chickens. An avid football fan, he particularly enjoyed the New Orleans Saints. He loved making people laugh and his dry sense of humor will be sorely missed. He attended the Hatley Primitive Baptist Church and he enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandson. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, February 15, 2018 at the Smithville Cemetery with Elder Tim Cunningham officiating. Cleveland-Moffett Funeral Home of Amory is in charge of the arrangements. Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Ann Roberts of Smithville; one son, Chris Roberts (Karen) of Aberdeen; one brother, Jerry Wayne Roberts of Columbus; and grandchildren, Cole Roberts and C.J. Burrough; and a host of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, James Roberts. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Visitation will be from 5 until 8 p.m. on Wednesday evening at the funeral home. Condolences may be expressed at clevelandmoffettfuneralhome.com