On April 28, 1950, Richard L. Roby was born to his proud parents, Mr. & Mrs. Jeremiah Roby in Goodman, MS.

In 1974, Richard was united in Holy matrimony to Helen (Rocket) Roby. There were no children in this union. Richard L. Roby went to live with his Heavenly Father on November 23rd, 2024, in Jackson, MS.

Richard leaves to cherish his memories, Helen (Rocket) Roby of Jackson, MS; 2 sisters: Gloria Bailey and Nancy Anderson; 1 brother: Cleveland (Mildred) Roby of Jackson, MS; Martha Kitchen and Rosie Roby of Omaha, NE; Willie C. (Ethel Lee) Roby; and Mary Lewis of Milwaukee, WI.

Best Friends: Jewel Roby, Annie B. Allen, Carl Levy, and Martin Luther Latiker of Silas, MS. Son: Richardo (Tamure) Townsel of Colorado Springs, CO. Richard Lee Dawson and Teeka Carter of Omaha, NE.

Special Friend: Dr. Ruby Denson of Jackson, MS. 11 Grandchildren and 5 Great grandchildren. Favorite great niece: TooTall (Makiyah) of Jackson, MS; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.