Roy Junior Bragg

Mr. Roy Junior Bragg, age 83, a resident of Belington departed this life Sunday January 4, 2026 in the comforts of his home. Death was following a period of declining health.
He was born April 4, 1942 in Braxton County, WV, son of the late Fred and Ava Pauline Godfrey Bragg.
Roy is survived by his two sons; Fred Bragg of Belington and Harry Shaffer and wife Wanda of Georgia, his two daughters; Tina Newlon of Belington and Julia Anderson of Philippi and his former wife; Barbara Ann Lantz. Additional survivors include two grandchildren; Michelle Blake and husband Darin of Belington and Mary Clough and husband Matt of Philippi and a great-grandson, whom was his caregiver; Remington Poe of Belington
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters; Karen Post and Laura Bragg, four brothers; Gene Bragg, Troy Bragg, Darryl Bragg and Jackie Bragg and two infant brothers at birth. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family.
Roy attended the schools of Upshur County and was protestant by faith. He was
previously employed by Dingess Lumber and was an avid dirt track, Nascar and sports fan. He was a big fan of Phil Jefferies, who drove the J4 and was also a huge fan of Team 56 Keene Racing, Whited Racing # 28 N and Paugh Racing # 03. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
To honor Roy, the family asks to please wear your racing shirts, either dirt track or Nascar during his visitation at the funeral home.
The family would like to thank WV Caring for their love and compassion during this difficult time.
Friends will be received from the Talbott Funeral Home 56 N. Brandenburg Street in Belington on Thursday January 8, 2026 from 5PM-8PM. Cremation will then follow. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.talbottfuneralhome.com. The Talbott Funeral Home in Belington is in charge of the arrangements for Mr. Roy Junior Bragg.