James Roberts

James Roberts obituary, Keyport, NJ

James Roberts

James Roberts Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Day Funeral Home - Keyport on Jul. 15, 2025.

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James Roberts, 63 of Atlantic Highlands formerly of South Hackensack was born in Jersey City and passed away at home on Friday, July 11, 2025. He was a Foreman for LIUANA Local 3 before just recently retiring.
Jim is predeceased by his parents John and Joyce and brother William. He is survived by his loving daughter, Cynthia Roberts, girlfriend Roxanne Spatola, siblings; John Roberts, Robert Roberts, Colette Gargiulo, Denise Baldicanas, and nieces and nephews Sarah Roberts, Nicolle Harmonay, Sydney Roberts, Jacqueline Gargiulo, Ian Roberts, Nico Gargiulo and Jesse Baldicanas.
Jim loved his family and cared for his girlfriend's daughter Jilyane Spatola and grandchildren, Skye Brislin and Rylee Spatola as if they were his own. He loved the NY Giants and was proud to have worked on the construction of Met Life Stadium. He loved fishing, playing the lottery, Atlantic City and working on his vintage Jeep. In his retirement Jim enjoyed his martinis on the deck with his dog Luna. Jim's joy was his family. He was a wonderful father, boyfriend, bother and friend.
Relatives and friends are invited Friday, July 18, 2025 from 3-7 PM at the funeral home. His cremation will be private.
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