Jeremiah Roberts

Passed 03/17/2023

Obituary For Jeremiah Roberts

Jeremiah Walter Roberts, was a loving son, brother, grandson, nephew, uncle, cousin and friend. Jeremiah,18, passed away on March 17, 2023 at Atrium Health-Cleveland in Shelby, NC surrounded by his loved ones who will honor his legacy to the fullest. Jeremiah was born in Shelby, NC to Walter Jerome Roberts and Tamra Dixon on December 11, 2004. He received his education attending Graham Elementary School, Shelby Middle School and was a Senior at Shelby High School. Jeremiah was a blessing to all who knew him. His smile, love and sense of humor was a joy to be around. Jeremiah was dedicated to the people he surrounded himself with and his many goals. He worked at Sanitary Barber Shop since the young age of 11. He enjoyed attending church, sports, rapping and participating in reading and fun activities with children at Elementary schools. Jeremiah was a natural born athlete.He loved to play football, basketball and run track. On his Birthday in 2021 Jeremiah and the SHS football team won the N.C. Football State Championship and in 2023 he won twoevents in one day for his Track meet. He also loved spending time with family and friends. His unforgettable favorite greeting when he walked in the house was, "What's up Pops." Despite Jeremiah's active lifestyle he had an extraordinary passion to pursue his lifelong dream of joining the Navy after graduating in June 2023. His simplest pleasures were finding joy in everything he did. His spirit was contagious to everyone he met and to know Jeremiah is to love him. He is predeceased by paternal grandfather Walter James Roberts; paternal grandmother, Eliza Roberts and aunts, Kay Roberts and Lucinda Anita Gray. He leaves to cherish his memory to his parents, Walter Jerome Roberts and Tamra Dixon; his maternal grandmother; Sheila Pettis (Elvis Pettis) and maternal grandfather, Chris Smith;siblings, Lillian “Boosie” Roberts, DarlyessQuadir Roberts, Javion Dixon, Precious Carriana Roberts and Walter Isaiah Roberts III;nephews, Aaron “AJ” McKoy and Akee “Kee” McClinton;aunts, Theresa Robinson of Bridgeport ,CT., and April Robertson; uncles; Bryant Roberts (New Britain, CT.) Jason Roberts (Bridgeport, CT) and David Robertson and a host of cousins, other family, special friends Ta'Darrin “TJ,” Ja’Mariun “Jay,” Shakira and Temprance and countless friends. Funeral services will be take place on Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 1:00 PM at Malcolm Brown Auditorium. The service will be livestreamed starting at 12:45 PM on Enloe Mortuary’s Facebook Page. Burial will take place at Ellis Chapel Baptist Church. The family will receive friends from 12:00 Noon until 1:00 PM on Saturday and at other times at the home, 215 Best St. Apt. 7 Shelby. He may be viewed by the public starting at 10:00 AM at the Auditorium on Saturday.



Guest Book

I didn't have the pleasure to meet him personally, but Walt you always spoke highly of him. We just had a conversation about him and my son. He was an amazing young man! He made you proud! May he rest in Paradise with his grandparents,aunties, cousins U have a strong close family continue to support/love each other ❤️🙏🏽My condolences to the family and friends! Siblings continue the legacy

- na

I remember when he was about 3 or 4 years old. He could eat a whole apple by himself and then said, Auntie I want another one. I couldn't believe this slim little guy, so I gave him another one, and he ate it. I always loved his hugs. they meant so much to me when I came to N.C. Love and Light Jeremiah, Love and Light, Auntie!

- na

Rest in Paradise lil cuzz we love and miss you and will forever keep your name alive. Love you forever !

- na

To walt and the entire Roberts family condolences for Jeremiah very sad to hear of the passing love the Roy family

- na

Jeremiah you will truly be missed my ❤️ is broken for the love one's you've 💔 left behind so soon condolences to the family 🙏

- na

Jeremiah was a good young man. He had a bright light that never stopped shining. I'm sure he is looking down on all of us with a huge smile rejoicing with Jesus! We will see you when we cross Jordan!

- na

This baby will remain forever in our hearts. He was a people person. He was messy but that was just him. I've had the pleasure of knowing him from middle school to high school and nothing much changed about him except maturity. He was still that "Roberts" as I called him. He was respectful and acceptable to criticism. Never seen him be disrespectful at all. To us, he was the kind of kid that strives for excellence; even if he didn't get it right the first time, he would still try through trial and error. He never tried to be nobody but himself. This baby had a big piece of my husband and I heart. We all can only know him by the love and respect that he has shown each of us. This baby was truly one of a kind and will forever be missed and thought of daily. ~~The Barkley's

- na

Sending condolences to the family of Jeremiah. We will miss his contagious smile. His personality and genuine concern for people. On Friday nights after the football game, he would always ask what he could to help out. You will never be forgotten ❤️❤️❤️

- Regina Rudisill

Jeremiah will be missed because he was the type of young man you grew to love because at Graham he always had something funny to say to make you laugh some time I would want to say Jeremiah be quiet but I just laughed and loved him not knowing we were kin until now because Rev Phillip Roberts is my cousin so cousin RIP because gone for now but not forever.Mrs.Sims former Graham Teacher Assistant.

- na

My deepest sympathy to you Jerome and family.. I will have you in my Prayers and thoughts 🙏May God be with you.. Myra(Kookie)

- na

Walt, my heart goes out to you and your family. I know Jeremiah is always with you. love you, I will always keep you in my prayers.

- na

prayers to Jerome and precious. you will be missed.

- na

He was a loved and caring person. He will be missed but NEVER forgotten. `Preach SMS

- na

Our Deepest Thoughts & Prayers are with the Family🙏🙏🙏RIP🌹💔😭 Young Man

- na

To the family: May God give you peace during this time of sorrow. I am a mother and I can imagine how heavy your heart is right now. God is still in control 🙏 Jerry was my son Noah's friend. He will truly be missed Charlene Petty

- na

U will be missed 🕊️🧸

- na

Jeremiah was one of my favorite kids I met him when he came out for football in the seventh grade at Shelby Middle School. He became one of my many kids that I have coached but he stood out in so many ways that smile he had would grow on you.Jeremiah you will never be forgotten l love you # 17 you have made your last tackle caught your last pass now come to God's sideline and take your rest. Coach Steven Degree

- na

Evey child I met while working at Graham Elementary School was considered as my baby? I lost one of my babies ❤️. Jerome and Precious my prayers are with you and your family. Ms. Carlton

- na

my sincere condolences to the Roberts family. As this road you travel is new and different Jeremiah sleep in Paradise Young King. Watch over you little Sister and Brother.

- na

My thoughts and prayers for Roberts/SHS family/Shelby community and everyone who knew Jeremiah near and far. Kim Morrow SHS Class '77

- na

I didn't know this young man personally but I am a mother. My prayers and condolences are with the family. I pray that God will allow you to find strength and peace under these circumstances.

- na

Rest in peace Jeremiah never be forgotten. U in heaven now walking around with God. Paradise

- na

God bless His Family. I didnt know him that well but i do kniw this young man was a leader to his family and friends. RIP

- na

Rest in the arms of Jesus fellow Golden Lion 🦁 once a lion always a lion

- Elijah Littlejohn

The entire family has my prayers 🙏🏽. But especially Jerome and Precious. My heart goes out to them the most. This was a tragic accident and all who knew Jeremiah knew that he was one of a kind. And he'll definitely be missed 😢 #FlyHighJeremiah #untilwemeetagain🤍🕊️

- na

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