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Roy York Obituary

Roy D. York, 56

MUNCIE - Roy D. York, 56, passed away on Saturday evening, December 10, 2016 at his residence.

He was born in Albany, Kentucky, the son of Roy E. and Betty F. (Cook) York and attended Muncie Southside High School.

Roy worked as an auto body technician for thirty years, first at Jones Auto Body and then at McCoy Ford. He loved his dogs and enjoyed listening to music.

Survivors include his mother, Betty F. York of Muncie; one brother, Joel York (wife, Patty) of Muncie; one sister, Gina Wilsford (husband, Mark) of Muncie; two nieces, Megan and Meranda; five nephews, Mark, Jacob, Evan, Daryl and Jerrod; one great-niece, Nora; four great-nephews, Elijah, Jesse, Levi and Alexander; and several aunts, uncles, cousins and life-long friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Roy E. York on January 27, 1994 and one brother, Gary D. York in May, 1995.

Friends may call at The Meeks Mortuary, Washington Street Chapel from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 14, 2016.

Funeral services and burial will take place at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Riley Children's Foundation, 30 S. Meridian Street, Suite 200, Indianapolis, IN 46201-3549 or to Cancer Services of East Central Indiana-Little Red Door, 2311 W. Jackson Street, Muncie, IN 47303.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.meeksmortuary.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Star Press on Dec. 13, 2016.

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Scott and Rosie Tarr

December 14, 2016

We are sorry for your loss, he we be missed.

Bobbi York (family Gregg, Chase, and Kollin Lephart)

December 14, 2016

Very sorry to hear about Roy Dean. My prayers are with you Aunt Betty and the family during this time. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.

December 14, 2016

I truly wish peace of heart for you and your family as you are going through this difficult time. We pray that God's love be with you as you face this challenging time, and be mindful of the words of our savior. He sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to comfort all who mourn
(Isa 61: 1,2).

December 14, 2016

So sorry for your loss. Please know that God cares and will comfort you.
~ Psalm 86:17

Tina York

December 13, 2016

Sorry for your loss aunt Betty, Joe, and Gina.

Paula Roberts

December 13, 2016

I'm so sorry for your loss. God bless the family.

December 13, 2016

I am so sorry for your lost! I new Roy through Ford! He was always such a kind, helpful, and patience person to me! I know he will be missed. My prayers are with you!
Teresa White
Losantville Ind

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