Leander Roberts Jr Obituary

Age - 77

September 11, 2023

Gretna, LA

"Leander J. Roberts Jr. , age 77 was born on August 21, 1946 in New Orleans, LA. Leander left with the angels on August 29, 2023. Preceded in death, his parents Leander O. Roberts Sr. and mother Jeanne Alcorn. Leander leaves behind his beloved wife (Mary Alice Roberts); two daughters-Michelle Turner (Keytree) and Fallon Roberts. Four sons-Leander III (Missie), Faullon Roberts, Anthony Donseroaux and Theron (Karrie) Harris. Brother of four sisters-Michele Roberts, Andra Roberts, Robi Givens and the late Jeanne Payne Robinson and Sonya Brown. And three brothers-Leander G. ; Darryl (Monica) Roberts and the late Charles Roberts. He was lovingly called \u0026quot;Papa\u0026quot; by 8 grandchildren and cherished two great grandchildren. Also a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Leander had many interests and things he enjoyed with family and friends. Most know him as \u0026quot;Bubbie\u0026quot; with a charismatic personality. He loved telling jokes with every story and made everyone in his presence feel welcomed. He was well versed in his crafts-from drawing portraits, advanced in mechanics, and even mastered the art of Karate where he achieved a Black belt. He faced every challenge head on and there was no obstacle too great. Leander is a graduate of Booker T. Washington HS and attended Refrigeration school (1989), where he obtained HVAC certification. Past work history includes working at a toy factory, then D. H Holmes for some years, all while doing mechanic work on the side. Leander also worked at UNO for several years, where he retired as an HVAC Supervisor. Was always Industrious, willing to teach anyone who wanted to learn and was everyone\u0027s go-to person for advice and of course, car trouble. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend his Funeral Service at Rhodes Funeral Home, 3933 Washington Avenue on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at 1:00 pm. Visitation will begin at 12:00 pm. Interment: Private. Arrangements by Rhodes Funeral Home, New Orleans, LA. Please visit www. rhodesfuneral. com to sign the guestbook. "

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