William Randolph Royster

ROYSTER, William Randolph "Randy," one of God's very special angels, passed away on Friday, March 6, 2009 at Ashwood Assisted Living (formerly Rest Haven Manor) where he resided for almost five years. Whenever asked why he liked living there, he would round out his arms and in his way say, everything. Randy loved everyone and always had a smile on his face. He never complained and enjoyed every day to the fullest, especially Christmas and his birthday. Randy was born on June 6, 1939 in Winchester, Va. He lived in Goochland County from 1945 until 1981, when he moved to the Peninsula. Randy was preceded in death by his parents, Evelyn and Myers Royster. He is survived by his sister and guardian, Anne Gunther; brother-in-law, Karl; one aunt, Anna Coffman of New Market, Va.; and dear cousins and friends. He will be missed terribly by his sister, who made him her number on priority and loved him dearly. His favorite hymn was Jesus Loves Me and everyone who knew Randy knew Jesus did love him. A graveside service conducted by Reverend Richard Woodall will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2009, at 1 p.m., at Westhampton Memorial Park, 10000 Patterson Avenue, Richmond, Va. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Special Olympics. Friends are encouraged to visit www.MeM.com to share words of comfort with the family. Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Ave., Hampton, Va. 23666.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.