Roma Sue

Roberts

After 84 years of living, loving, laughing, and leaving her mark on those around her, Roma Sue James Roberts went to be with her Lord on Friday, November 6, 2026. Her family finds comfort in knowing that she is finally at peace and reunited with her husband of 53 years, Lamar.

Roma Sue was born in Smith County, Mississippi, on November 26, 1941, to Wallace Irvin and Roma Versie (Arender) James. She attended White Oak High School and later Draughon's Business College, where she met her late husband.

Throughout her working years, Roma Sue found purpose in serving others through administrative and clerical roles. Her longest and most fulfilling role, however, was that of "Director of Lamar Roberts." She spent 53 years keeping him in line while patiently and faithfully supporting his hobbies, which eventually led to the opening of the Old Depot Museum, where she worked by his side.

Roma Sue was a longtime and devoted member of Oakland Baptist Church, where she and Lamar served and led the youth for many years. Her commitment to the young people they served was an important part of her life and a lasting part of her legacy.

Her greatest earthly legacy is the family she leaves behind. Patricia Jobe (Jeff), Edwin Roberts (Shelley), and Roma Cutrer (Winston); her eight grandchildren: Jana (Dailon), Heather, Marlena (Ben), Tyler (Elizabeth), Leigh Ann (Tyler), Win (Connor), Ariel, and Will; nine great-grandchildren: Hannah, Darcy, Bowen, Clara Lynn, Kye, Jake, Ariana, Kase, and Dakota; and two great-great-grandchildren: Lily and Samuel.

She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Arthur Lamar Roberts; her parents, Wallace Irvin and Roma Versie (Arender) James; and her siblings, Corsa Lee Watson, Wallace Irvin James Jr., and Ruby Dean Smith.

The family extends its heartfelt gratitude to Vicksburg Convalescent Home and St. Joseph Hospice for the kindness, compassion, and loving care shown to Roma Sue. While her family grieves her absence, they take comfort in their faith and the promise of eternal life. We imagine Heaven is a little livelier today, and perhaps there is an echo of her familiar off-key vocals and loud, lively laughter.

A memorial service will take place at Oakland Baptist Church on Sunday, November 22, 2026 at 2:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly request the donations be made to Oakland Baptist Church, Vicksburg, Ms.