Leroy Anthony Fields

Leroy Fields was born on November 20, 1949, in Uniontown, Alabama to the late Archie Fields Sr. and Rebecca Ward Fields.

He confessed Christ as his savior at a young age and loved God with all his heart.

Leroy attended Carver High School, where he laid the foundation for a life marked by hard work and determination. As an entrepreneur and phenomenal mechanic, he established Fields Automotive Service, Inc. in Birmingham, Alabama, a testament to his skill and passion for his craft. For 52 years, he proudly served as a devoted employee and Supervisor at the Piggly Wiggly Alabama Distribution Company, earning the respect and admiration of his colleagues through his unwavering dedication.

Leroy adored his family and friends, cherishing every moment spent with them, and was an avid fan of Auburn football, bringing joy and enthusiasm to game days. He was a pillar of strength and love in the lives of all who knew him.

Leroy was peacefully called to rest with Jesus on October 26, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents; Archie Fields Sr. and Rebecca Ward Fields; his brother, Archie Fields Jr.; and daughter, Alicia Fields.

Leroy is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Kathryn Keown Fields; brother-in-law Richard Keown; his children, Ira Fields, Anthony Fields, and Eric Fields; grandchildren Verterrence Dawson, Jaquese Brewster, Allen (Kearstin) Davis, Andrea Fields, Anthony Fields Jr., Dejuan Hayes, Bri'niyah Walker, Adorian Fields, and Kailyn Fields; special nephew Archie "Sandy" Fields III; and a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, family, and friends.

A celebration of Leroy's life will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at Jefferson Memorial Gardens in Trussville, Alabama. Family and friends will gather to honor his memory and share stories of the impact he had on our lives. His ashes will be scattered at a later date.