Howard D. Roberts 75, of Malta, passed away at 8:40 a.m. Sunday June 25, 2023 at the Morrison House in Zanesville. He was born Jan. 9, 1948 in Zanesville the son of the late,  Russell Roberts and Mary Tombaugh. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War and a member of the VFW Post 4713 in Malta. He worked at Malta Manufacturing Company. He is survived by his brothers, Russell Jr.,  of McConnelsville, Richard Roberts of Malta, Glen Roberts of Malta and Mike and Jimmie Roberts both of Stockport. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers Dale, Lloyd, Frank and Carlos Roberts; and a sister, Marcella Roberts Waite. His ashes will be buried in Malta Cemetery at a later date. Miller-Huck Funeral Home is in charge of his cremation service. Memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home to assist with funeral expenses. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.miller-huck.com.