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Robert Roy Obituary
Born Dec. 24, 1924, in Augusta, he was the son of the late Philias and Delana (Bonenfant) Roy. He graduated from Cony High School in 1943.
Upon graduation, he entered the Army. He was a chartered member of Patton's famed Third Army and fought in all four major battles for the conquest of Europe.
He was employed by Exxon Mobil and retired in 1982 after 35 years. He also owned a family landscaping business. He loved his vegetable gardens, and his neighbors shared in its bounty. He was an avid outdoorsman and shared a passion for snowmobiling with family and friends in Jackman.
He was a life member of the West Oxford Agricultural Society, enjoying his Fryeburg Fair horse pulling events. He loved RVing. Family was most important to him. His favorite family times were his annual May breakfast and the July lobster bake.
Bob was a very spiritual man who found great strength from his faith in God. Anyone who knew him would know that he would do anything for his family and friends. They raised 12 children together.
Bob is survived by his wife of 62 years, June Beaulieu Roy; children Bobby and his friend, Shirley, of Martha's Vineyard, Donna Roy, of Portland, Nancy Jackson and her husband, Ed, of Otisfield, Greg and his wife, Brenda, of Falmouth, Joyce Pieper and her husband, Bob, of South Portland, Brenda Milne and her husband, Ted, of Sheboygan, Wis., Jeanne Lamontagne and her husband, Bob, of Standish, Denise Perkins and her husband, Paul, of Ocala, Fla., and John and his friend, Stacey, of Portland; 21 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by two brothers and seven sisters; three sons, Billy, Richard and Mark; and grandson Jason.
Memorial visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 1, at Jones, Rich & Hutchins Funeral Home, 199 Woodford St., Portland.
A memorial Mass will be celebrated 10 a.m. Monday at St. Joseph's Church, 672 Stevens Ave., Portland. Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery Portland in the spring.
You are invited to share your thoughts, condolences and fond memories with the Roy Family by visiting www.mem.com
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Roy
Edith "Boo" Padgett
March 5, 2009
Dear Donna,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I am sure that it is such a comfort to be surrounded by your wonderful family. We are all thinking about you down here in Savannah and just wanted you to know that you and your family have been in our thoughts and prayers. We will look forward to seeing you soon. Pleae let me know if there is anything that I can do for you from here.
Peter and Diana Perkins
February 28, 2009
Dear Denise and Paul,
We are so sorry to hear of your father's passing. We remember meeting him at your wedding. We were struck by the way he had a small grandchild on his lap most of the time during the picnic. You could tell how much he enjoyed his large family. We know he will be missed.
Diane Brackett
February 27, 2009
Dear Donna and Nancy: I'm so sorry to hear today about your father's passing. I remember coming to your home 37 or so years ago and sitting at the dining room table for meals with all of you. Your dad impressed me, not only with his good humor, but with his ability to keep everyone in line! It always appeared to me that he was very happy in the midst of his family's love and respect.
My thoughts are with you.
Diane Brackett
The Staff of Interim Healthcare
February 27, 2009
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
February 27, 2009
I had the great fortune to be invited and meeting Bob and June at one of their family outings. You could tell Bob was a real true family man; he was so proud to have his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and their friends having such a good time.
The many heartfelt and humorous stories the girls tell about their Dad
is the tribute to having such a wonderful Dad.
My condolences to all of you….Sharon Greaton
Debbie Green
February 27, 2009
Nancy & Family
Your in my thoughts & prays.
Reading of your Dad's passing
reminded me of all though years
growing up in St. Joe Parish & of my Dad!
Terri Dickinson
February 27, 2009
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I am so glad to have met him.
Terri Dickinson
(Interim Healthcare)
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