James Drexel "Drex" Roberts

James “Drex” Drexel Roberts, 62, of Siler City, passed away at his home Monday, March 3rd, 2025.

Drex was born in Chatham County on May 11th, 1962, to Eddie and Joan Poe Roberts. He was one of three children. He loved playing golf, watching sports, and taking his mother to Jordan Lake to go fishing. Drex went to high school at Jordan Matthews High School where he played baseball and basketball and was inducted into the Hall of Fame. After graduating, he played baseball for the North Carolina Tarheels and the Toronto Blue Jays. He was a fireman for Siler City, and he retired after almost 30 years as a surveyor for the NCDOT. A former President, now administrator, a faithful member for over 6 years at the Siler City Moose Lodge.

Drex is survived by his parents, Joan Poe Roberts of Siler City, and Eddie Roberts and his wife, Molly of Siler City; his brother, Tony Roberts and his wife, Pam; his sister, Simone Wright and her husband, Darryl of Pleasant Garden; his nieces, Jaide Roberts (Dustin Martindale), Caroline Wright; his nephew, Cooper Wright; and his great niece, Paityn Roberts.

There are no services at this time.

Smith & Buckner Funeral will be assisting the Roberts family.

Online condolences can be made at www.smithbucknerfh.com