Roland Thomas "Tommy" Robey

Roland Thomas "Tommy" Robey obituary, Stephens City, VA

Roland Thomas "Tommy" Robey

Roland Robey Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Jones Funeral Home - Winchester on Nov. 18, 2025.

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Roland Thomas Robey, 66, passed away on April 8, 2025 in Winchester, Virginia. He was born on March 9, 1959 to Roland Hunter Robey and Margaret Joan Sutphin Dorgan.
Tommy graduated high school in 1977 and began the most dedicated career with Estes Express Lines. He drove a tractor trailer for over 47 years and he could drive anything with wheels. Tommy cherished his family and friends. He raised a strong and wonderful daughter, Dawn Ashley Robey, who was his world. He loved classic cars and his cat.
He is survived by his daughter, Dawn Ashley Robey; his fiancée, Cheryl Spencer; and his siblings; Joan M. Robey, Michael S. Dorgan, and MaryJane Shifflett.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

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