Allan Francis Royal

Allan Francis Royal obituary, NORTH ADAMS, MA

Allan Francis Royal

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Allan Royal Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Flynn & Dagnoli-Montagna Home for Funerals-West Chapel - North Adams on Sep. 4, 2025.

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Allan Francis Royal, 61 of North Adams, MA died on Tuesday September 2nd, 2025 at his home.

He was born in North Adams, MA on November 7, 1963, a son of the late John Allan Royal and Beverly Ann (Hart) Royal. He graduated from Drury High School.

Allan worked as a property caretaker for Galusha Construction for many years. He was a communicant of the former Incarnation Church and St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church. He enjoyed working in his yard, classic cars, spending time with his family, and tending to his parakeet without a name, affectionately known as "The Bird". His favorite part of his evening routine was an ice cream before bed.

Survivors include his daughter, Sarah E. Gomes (Rita) of Lanesborough, MA, his son, Gregory A. Royal of North Adams, MA and his former wife Renee M. Royal of North Adams, MA. He also leaves his brother, Richard Allan Royal of Cheshire, MA, and his dear friends Jen and Fernando Ponce of Williamstown, MA.

He is also remembered with love by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and lifelong friends.

FUNERAL NOTICE: The funeral for Allan Royal will be Wednesday September 10th, 2025 at 11:00 AM at FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS WEST CHAPELS, 521 West Main St. North Adams, MA. Burial will follow in Southview Cemetery. Calling hours at the funeral home are Wednesday morning September 10th from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Memorial donations may be made in care of the funeral home to PopCares, whose generous support to Allan throughout his cancer journey, meant the world. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com

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Upcoming Events

Sep

10

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Flynn & Dagnoli Funeral Home

521 West Main St,, NORTH ADAMS, MA 01247

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Sep

10

Service

11:00 a.m.

Flynn & Dagnoli Funeral Home

521 West Main St,, NORTH ADAMS, MA 01247

Send Flowers

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