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Roy Langston Obituary
Born in Elijah, Missouri, on October 13, 1935, he lived in St. Louis and Jefferson City, Missouri, before retiring to Florida in 1992. Roy was a plant engineer with degrees from Washington University and the University of Missouri. He worked at Granite City Steel and Universal Match in St. Louis, as well as ABB in Jefferson City. Roy was a member of the US Navy, though his pride and passion came from his service with the United States Army's 82nd Airborne Division. He continued to pursue recreational parachuting into his early 50's. Roy was also an avid tennis player and life-long fisherman. He will be remembered for his keen intellect and quick wit that kept a smile on the faces of his family through his final hours.
Roy is survived by his wife, Gail, sister Susan Merritt (Rod), sister Diane Lambert (Paul), daughter Holly Setter (Scott), son Cliff Langston (Jennifer) and eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brothers David and Michael, and his children's mother, Judy (Kellinger).
The family thanks Moffitt Cancer Center, Good Shepard Hospice (Chapters Health) and Central Florida Cancer Institute of Lake Wales. In lieu of a service/flowers, memorials may be sent to Chapters Health, 12470 Telecom Drive, Suite 300 W, Temple Terrace, FL 33637.
Memories and Condolences
for Roy Langston
Kathryn Englund
April 24, 2015
I should add we fondly called him "Roy Roy Stock Car Boy!" Sorry for your loss.
Kathryn Englund
April 24, 2015
I knew Roy when he lived in Jefferson City. He was friends with my mother. I just heard about his passing. So very sorry to hear this. He was a nice man and a fun person.
July 31, 2014
Roy - You were the Love of My Life and I'll miss you forever. --- Gail
July 31, 2014
To the Love of My Life, I will miss you forever. Gail
Kathi Spence
July 14, 2014
Gail - my sincerest sympathies to you as I just learned today of Roy's homegoing. I would keep up with you and Roy through Sue. May God rain down unspeakable peace during what will undoubtedly will be lonely days ahead. Also prayers for other family members and for the friends of all of you that good will use as his hands and feet.
Sincerely,
Kathi Spence
July 1, 2014
So sorry to hear your sad news. Thinking of you all and praying for you in this time of grief. Carol Bales
Judy Schreib
June 30, 2014
Great obit for a great man. My love, thoughts, prayers are with all of you. Gail, keep in touch. I've been there/done that and I can lend all of my support. Judy
Joseph Colbert
June 30, 2014
So sorry to hear of Roy Arthur's passing. As a child, I was so impressed he was a paratrooper. I can remember him and my father visiting about this at his home near Forest Park and the University. Condolences to all my cousins and family.
Joe and Suzi Colbert, Kansas City. MO.
Mary Kellum
June 30, 2014
our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Mom loved her nephew very much and we want you to know that we are thinking of you. God bless you from all of Aunt Vernieca's children.
connie koenenn
June 30, 2014
I have lost a lifetime and dear friend. My deepest sympathies to Roy's family.
June 30, 2014
Holly, Gail, Cliff. Sorry for your loss. We enjoyed the few times we were able to share with Roy. Do you know where the mushrooms are?
Love Dave & Esta Setter
Polly Brooks (Stadt)
June 30, 2014
I am so saddened to hear of Roy's passing. I have many fond memories of his quick wit and know he will be greatly missed by his family and loved ones. Thinking of you all with love and prayers.
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