" Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 5 It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 6 Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. 7 It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails"
1st Corinthians 13:4-8.

Willie James Roman, Jr., affectionally known as "Doc," passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 7, 2022. A loving husband, father, grandfather and son, Doc was born in Lexington NC, on March 18, 1969 to Bessie Roman and the late Willie James Roman, Sr.

Junior, as his family affectionately called him, was educated in the Lexington City School System. As a 1987 graduate of Lexington Senior High School, he was recognized as the 1987 Most Valuable Football Player. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the United States Army. A veteran of the Desert Storm War, he served his country for three years. The US Army recognized his honorable service by awarding him the National Defense Service Medal. Upon his return to Lexington, he worked at PPG industries for many years. As a skilled mechanic and technician, Doc worked for many companies in the trucking and automobile industry. Prior to his illness, he was employed by Owens Illinois.

Doc's love for life and family was evident in how he spent his time. Whether he was watching sports, Nascar, riding his motorcycle or just spending time with family and friends, he was the life of the party. His infectious smile and laughter were contagious! He was a "big teddy bear" who never met a stranger and would give you the shirt off of his back. His truthful personality, warm heart and loving disposition will be missed by many.

Left to cherish his memory are his loving and dedicated wife, Pamela Roman; son, Willie James Roman, III, (Trae)and wife Heily of Lexington, NC; stepdaughter, Baileigh Roper of Winston Salem, NC; stepson, Chandler Roper of the home; his beloved mother, Bessie Roman; an affectionate sister, Cassandra Roman, of Winston-Salem, NC; and a brother, Michael Smith (Stephanie) of Great Mills, MD. He was preceded in death by his father, Willie James Roman, Sr. and a devoted sister, Pamela Roman Bowman (Scott) of Charlotte, NC. Doc had a special place in his heart for his four grandchildren: Tyler, Elija, Eliza and Evan and his nieces, Ashton Melton ("his chick"), Olivia Bowman and Ashley Bowman. He will be missed by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

A celebration of life will be held Wednesday, April 13th at 2:00pm at Union Baptist Church. A public visitation will be held on Tuesday April 12th from 1:00pm-6:00pm at Roberts Funeral Service, Lexington NC.


"If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord." (NIV) Romans 14:7-8