Roy Ford Obituary
Roy is survived by his daughter Cynthia (Ford) Cooper husband Steve; his sons Christopher Ford, wife Deveron, and Timothy Ford, wife Ladeena; his son-in-law Chet Wystepek; and his sister Naomi (Ford) Tambornini, husband Karl. He was also blessed with 10 precious grandchildren, and their spouses, 22 beautiful great-grandchildren, and many cherished nieces and nephews.
A native Vallejoan, Roy lived 93 full years and was the son of Rosemarie Margaret & Roy Francis Ford. He attended St. Vincent Ferrer Grammar and High School. In 1951, Roy joined the U.S. Navy and was stationed at NAS Miramar during the Korean War. In April 1952, he married his high school sweetheart, Audrey O'Brien. After his honorable discharge, Roy worked at Mare Island Naval Shipyard, where he advanced to Shop 06 Superintendent and later retired as Group Superintendent after 35 years of dedicated service.
Roy and Audrey were devoted members of St. Vincent Ferrer Parish and enjoyed trips in their motor home, boating, traveling and spending treasured time with family and friends.
Visitation will be held at Twin Chapels Mortuary, 1100 Tennessee Street, Vallejo, on December 30, 4:00 p.m., Rosary, 6:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Vincent Ferrer Catholic Church in Vallejo on December 31, 11:00 a.m.
In Lieu of flowers, charitable donations in Roy's memory may be made to St. Vincent Ferrer Elementary School, Vallejo or St. Patrick-St. Vincent High School, Vallejo.
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Ernie French
January 5, 2026
To the family of roy Ford he and his wife are such an amazing couple who has been a great friend to me and now roy. Is there with his wife and God and I will see him some day when we get home with our Lord and our family of God
Jeannine Ray (Parrino)
January 1, 2026
When I think of my childhood there are a few very important, standout pieces of our life on Sacramento Street in the 60s and 70s. The biggest part of that life included some wonderful people and the Fords were at the top of the list.
I have so many happy memories of playing with Tim and Cindy and other neighborhood kids. Audrey and Roy were always open and welcoming to us all, even when we ate all their cookies. I remember Roy most of all for his goofy sense of humor and his silly songs like Pardon me Roy (is that the cat who chewed your new shoes). He called me Marine Jannino my whole life and it took several years (sadly until I was about seven) to realize that he was teasing. For a long time I thought he didn´t really remember me from one visit to the next.
From camping and learning to water ski in the Rubber Duck to his epic Christmas decorations and horror movie level Halloween makeup, Roy made every occasion joyful and special. He will truly be missed and never forgotten.
My love to his family and especially to Tim, Cindy, and Chris.
Jeannine Ray (Parrino)
Greg DeGrange and Leslie Tambornini
December 29, 2025
We will always have such happy memories of our uncle at the cabin in lake county and especially at Thanksgiving. He always carved the first turkey.
Passalacqua Funeral Chapel
December 28, 2025
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Tony and Yvonne parrino
December 22, 2025
We have so many wonderful memories of Roy and all the. Ford family.....picnics,parties and card games. Roy was always fun from his crazy handshakes and name twisters. Our family will not forget "Uncle Roy". It is comforting to know that Roy and Audrey and Kathy are together again. Tony and Yvonne Parrino
Nancy Truax
December 22, 2025
I was a close friend with Kathy so I spent a lot of time at the Fords home! Mr. Ford always had stories to share and songs to sing. My favorite was,"I'm My Own Grandpa."I laughed every time he sang it.
Joan and Chuck Chevalier
December 21, 2025
I will always remember Roy for his joy of life. He extended this joy to all those around him.
Betty Precour
December 20, 2025
We were the Class of `50! He will be missed! He and Audrey were the best!
Betty Jacques Precour!!
Carol Kilby
December 19, 2025
While growing up, I lived on Ohio Street across the street from Roy and Audrey. I so remember Roy and his neighbor and good friend, Nick, throwing the football to one another in the middle of Ohio Street. There wasn't a nicer man than Roy. He was a true gentleman. I also remember attending Roy and Audrey's wedding. I was only eight but I remember how in love and happy they were that day. I can still see them. Carol Kilby
Pattie Woolsey
December 19, 2025
I never remember a time being with my uncle Roy that he didn't make me laugh. His precious, intoxicating smile will forever be in my heart. He was loved by many, but certainly by me.
We will be in Utah with our family during his service and send much healing Love and Light to you all.
Pattie and Bill Woolsey
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