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Norman Roy Obituary

Norman Roy

HOUSATONIC Norman Roy, 84, of Housatonic, died peacefully, Saturday, May 24, at home with his loved ones by his side. He was born in Exeter, N.H., son of the late Joseph and Clara Bergeron Roy. He attended schools in Lowell, Mass., and also attended Berkshire Community College. Norman proudly served his country with the Army during the Korean War from 1947 to 1953, attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant. After the war, he worked for Rising Paper Company for over 36 years as a papermaker, then as a shift supervisor for 20 years. After his retirement, he worked in the kitchen at Austin Riggs, Stockbridge, and then as a Funeral Director Assistant with his son Joseph at the Birches-Roy Funeral Home. He was a communicant of Blessed Teresa of Calcutta Church of the Corpus Christi Parish, and the former All Saints Church. Norman was an avid N.Y. Mets fan and enjoyed playing cards and games of chance, and spending time with his family and friends. He is survived by his wife, the former Theresa A. Siok, whom he married on Nov. 18, 1950, in the Tripler Army Chapel, Honolulu, Hawaii; two sons, Joseph and his wife, Christine, of Great Barrington, and Dr. Norman G. and his wife, Nancy, of Easthampton, Mass.; a sister, Jean Burnham and her husband, Lawrence, of Rosewell, Ga.; his sister-in-law, Bernice Roy of Pittsfield; five grandchildren, Timothy and his wife, Meghan, Meredith, Christopher, Jennifer, and Jessica; two great-granddaughters, Leilana and Camilla, and several nieces and nephews. Norm was predeceased by two brothers, Robert and Francis "Frank". FUNERAL NOTICE: Funeral services for Norman Roy who died May 24, will be held on Thursday, May 29, with a Liturgy of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at Blessed Teresa of Calcutta Church with the Reverend William P. Murphy, pastor, officiating. Burial with Military Honors will follow in St. Bridget's Cemetery. Family will receive friends on Wednesday from 4 to 6 p.m. at the BIRCHES-ROY FUNERAL HOME. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in Norm's name may be made to either the Blessed Teresa Building Fund or to the Alzheimer's Society, both in care of the funeral home at 33 South Street, Great Barrington, MA. 01230. Condolences may be made through birchesroyfuneralservices.com

Published by The Berkshire Eagle on May 27, 2014.
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Dear Joe and family, my sincere condolences. You have helped so many of us through our sad times, I wish you comfort now.

Lee Watroba

June 3, 2014

Joey, Theresa & Family,
I just received the Berkshire Record and read where your Dad has passed away. Please accept my belated condolences to you and your family. He was a cool person. I served him many a coffee at Joe's when I was there.

June 2, 2014

Dear Theresa, Joe and family: It broke another piece of my heart to read of Dad's journey here ending. He always had a huge smile, a genuine hug, and kind words whenever we met up. I will miss meeting up with him and having those short but heartwarming conversations we shared. I would always tease him about winning the big one on those scratch tickets, always telling him I didn't need much; just enough to leave this area! haha ! My heart is sadden by the loss of yet another person who meant so much to me, but the knowing of him in spirit and at peace will always bring a smile to my heart.
Thanks for a wonderful friendship Mr.Roy (as I always called him) !!! Loving thoughts and prayers to all you leave behind....
Teri Moro

June 1, 2014

Norm, Nancy and Family - Our sincerest sympathy in the loss of your Father. He was a great man - he always had such a great smile, a wise crack and was welcoming and warm to everyone. His legacy is your wonderful family and beautiful life he lived.

Cell and Brian Dutton and Family

May 30, 2014

Dear Joe and family. We are so sorry to read of the passing of your Dad. He always had a kind word and warm hello for everyone. He will be truly missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jerry & Nancy Keefner

May 30, 2014

We were so sadden to hear of the loss of Norman. He was a great man and always had a smile on his face. Our prayers to the family.

Joseph & Gail Colantoni

May 29, 2014

Our deepest sympathy to the family. I always enjoyed working with your father, he was always so pleasant. God rest his soul.

Jim Coffey

May 29, 2014

Mrs. Roy, Joe and Norman my heart broke to hear of Mr. Roy's passing. What a wonderful man. Always a smile. Always a hug. I loved his sense of humor and his laugh. Such a sweet guy. He just had a way about him that made you feel happy. What a blessing and a treasure for all of us fortunate to have known him. I pray that God gives you and your family peace and comfort now and in the days to come. Let your faith in Jesus carry you through. If you need anything, please don't hesitate to let me know.

Charlotte (Forfa) Wilson & Family

May 29, 2014

Joe, so sorry of the passing of your father, you and your family are in our prayers. The Silvio Macchi family

May 28, 2014

Dear Joe and Family, So very sorry to hear of the passing of Dad. He was such a nice person. Always stopped to say hello when ever he saw me at Price Chopper. My Thoughts and Prayers go out to all of You.

Barb {Sinico} Gage

May 28, 2014

Joey,
So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My deepest sympathy to your family. Cousin Gail(Siok) Winters

Ed and Gail Winters

May 27, 2014

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Atwood family.

May 27, 2014

You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.

Susan Drumm Scionti

May 27, 2014

Cousin Theresa,Joe and Norman,

So sorry to hear of Norman's passing.We are unable to make the trip,but our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Pat and Joe Robilotto

May 27, 2014

My condolences to the Roy family on the passing of your Dad and husband. Norman will be missed, he always had a smile and a kind word when I saw him.
Anna & Lou Gabriel

Anna Gabriel

May 27, 2014

Theresa and boys,
I worked with Norman for many years he was a good guy and a good friend. Accept my deepest sympathy.

Dick Winn

May 27, 2014

Dear Theresa, Joe and and Norman,

I am sorry to read of Norman's passing, My deepest sympathy to all of the family. Miss him as a former neighbor. He was always happy and smiling'

penny calero

May 27, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Linda Drumm-Bertucci

May 27, 2014

Joe and Christina -
Charlotte and I extend our deepest condolences to you and your family on this sad occasion.

Peter Weissenstein

May 27, 2014

May the love of family and friends help you through these difficult days. Norm was a wonderful man, a friend to all.

Ethel and Jeff Kramer

May 27, 2014

Sorry to hear about your dad's passing, Joe. He was a warm and wonderful guy.

Pete DelMasto

May 27, 2014

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