COHOES- Leo R. Roberts, Jr., 50, passed away on Monday, January 21, 2019 with his loving family by his side. Leo was born in Cohoes on December 6, 1968 to Leo R. Roberts, Sr. and the late Jane A. Roberts.
Leo was a kind soul who was a family man and great friend. He liked horseshoes, darts, hacky sack, online card games and the Dallas Cowboys. Leo enjoyed the simple things in life; spending time with loved ones and his pets, eating sweets, and taking walks. He brought smiles and laughter to everyone.
In addition to his father, he is survived by loving life partner Kathleen Salvi; his daughters, Leah J. Roberts, Samantha A. Roberts, Andy Roberts (Amanda), and Mariah R. Roberts; step-children, Crystal, Eddie, KayKay, Matthew, Elvis, and Michael Salvi; his sisters, Amy (Michael) Bonville and Melissa M. Roberts; 17 grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and many aunts and uncles.
Leo is predeceased by his grandparents, Leo E. Roberts and June Roberts (Kennedy), Ursula Brammer and Armand LaForest; uncles, Jimmy Roberts and Armand LaForest, Jr.
Calling hours will be held from 3pm to 4:30pm on Friday, January 25, 2019 at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 181 Troy Schenectady Road, Watervliet, NY 12189. A funeral service will follow at 4:30pm at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society, Menands.