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Joe graduated from William E. Tolman High School (formerly Pawtucket West High School) and began a career in the prescription drug industry working for Providence Wholesale Drug. In more recent times he worked as a pharmacy technician at the Eleanor Slater Hospital Zambarano Unit, for thirty years until his retirement. In his younger days, Joe tended bar at the former Admiral Inn, Cumberland and worked part-time for an inventory accounting business.
Joe enjoyed traveling, working on cars, attending his grandkid's sporting events, and spending time with his family and friends. He was also an avid fan of both the New England Patriots and Boston Red Sox.
Above all, Joe was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and dear friend, who will be remembered fondly for his great sense of humor and love of family and friends.
Besides his beloved wife, he leaves three daughters, Christine Roy of Warwick, Colleen Roy of North Providence, and Cheryl DiChiara and her husband, John, of Smithfield; two grandchildren, Jordyn and Evan DiChiara; four siblings, Louis Roy and his wife, Joan, of Coventry, Rose Zagroski and late husband, Edward, of Pawtucket, Margaret Alexion and her husband, James, of Woonsocket, and Theresa Johnston Walsh and late husband, Anthony, of Flagler, FL; an uncle, George Salhany of Pawtucket and many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.
Relatives and friends are welcome to attend a Mass of Christian Burial TODAY (Thursday) at 1 p.m. in St. Anthony Church, 1413 Mineral Spring Ave., North Providence. Interment will follow at Notre Dame Cemetery, Pawtucket. VISITATION will be held THIS MORNING prior to the Funeral Mass from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at WILLIAM W. TRIPP Funeral Home, 1008 Newport Ave., Pawtucket. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts to the St. Edward Food & Wellness Center, 1001 Branch Ave., Providence, RI 02904 would be appreciated. TRIPPFUNERALHOME.com
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Albert Tycks
February 15, 2022
Joe and I worked together at the state hospital and enjoyed each other’s company
My deepest sympathy to Camile and his three daughters and Louis Roy and the rest of the family
John, Jason and Joseph D'Amico
September 3, 2021
Dear Camille, Christine, Collen, & Cheryl
We are so sorry to hear about your loss.
Our condolences to you and your family at this most difficult time.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Robert Dail
September 3, 2021
I'm so sorry for your loss. I have the great pleasure of knowing Joe from the Eleanor Slater Hospital. I had worked in Maintenance. He would come in my workshop everyday and we talked and joked around. He was a great guy, funny, and always a pleasure to talk with. He would always call me like every couple of weeks. I'm going to miss his phone calls. He loved his family.
Adrianne Cady
September 1, 2021
I worked at the Eleanor Slater Hospital and, each time I passed the pharmacy there, Joe and I would chat. He was always jovial, funny and kind. He always saw the humor--sometimes irreverent-- in situations He was also quick to lend a hand or offer help when he was could. One time, he had returned from a vacation in Acapulco, Mexico and, "it was such a good deal" that he encouraged me to go as well. My husband and I took his suggestion and took the same trip back in 1983, and, to this day, we speak about that trip as one of our favorites. I retired in 1997 and yet, I have never forgotten Joe Roy. . My condolences to his family; he cherished Camille and was so proud of his daughters.
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Mike and Wendy Zagroski
September 1, 2021
Rest easy Uncle Joe you will be missed.
Mel & Kerry Comella
September 1, 2021
We are so sorry to hear about Joe's passing. Our hearts go out to you and your family.
SAM MALO
September 1, 2021
I'm so sorry for your loss. I have the great pleasure of knowing Joe from the Eleanor Slater Hospital. I had worked in Dietary. He was a great guy, funny, and always a pleasure to talk. We use to go for breakfast in Cranston before the Covid came in. He would always call me like every couple of weeks. I'm going to miss his phone calls. He loved his family. Always talking about all
Virginia Miller
September 1, 2021
My love and prayers are with you. You are all strong for one another which is an expression of your deep love.
Dottie Boisvert
September 1, 2021
Remembering and cherishing our good times together. Gone but not forgotten. My fondest thoughts and prayers are with you Camille and your family.
Michael St Pierre
August 31, 2021
Auntie Camille, Christine, Collen, & Cheryl
Our hearts and prayers are with you. Uncle Joe most certainly had a robust sense of humor and undoubtedly loved his wife, daughters, son in law and grandchildren. His world resolved around them all plus his extended family. May your good memories of his life sustain you in these sadder time.
Godspeed.
Mike, Lisa, Michael, David, Betsy & Eleanor St. Pierre
Sandra Bissitt
August 31, 2021
May you all take comfort in knowing there is one more angel above us watching over all of you. Deepest condolences to Auntie Camille, Christine, Colleen, Cheryl, John, Jordyn and Evan.
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