Richard Allan Roys
December 29, 1937 ~ April 19, 2012
Services:
A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at 3:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD. Interment will be held on August 14, 2012 at 11:00 AM in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, April 24, 2012 from 2:00PM - 3:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD .
Richard “Rich” Allan Roys, 74, of Lexington Park, MD died on April 19, 2012 in Callaway, MD surrounded by his loving family. Born on December 29, 1937 in Santa Ana, California, he was the son of the late Norman R. and Faye Irene Harrington Roys. Mr. Roys was the loving husband of Diane L. Roys whom he married on April 26, 1969 in Honolulu, Hawaii. Mr. Roys is survived by his children: Chris Roys (Michelle) of Greensboro, NC, Jeff Roys (Jennifer) of Battletown, KY, 6 grandchildren: Nicholas, Conner, Dylan, Olivia, Brody, and Gracie Roys. Richard is preceded in death by his brothers: Ronnie and Jimmy Roys. Mr. Roys served in the United States Navy for 20 years retiring in 1978. While serving in the United States Navy, he worked as a photographer and moved to St. Mary’s County in 1975. The family will receive friends on April 24, 2012 from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD. A Funeral Service will follow at 3:00 PM with Rev. Bill Nickerson officiating. Interment will be held on Tuesday, August 14, 2012 at 11:00 AM in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA. Contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s P.O. Box 625 Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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“We enjoyed sailing with you. May your future sails be in a wonderful peace.”
“So sorry to hear about Rich’s passing. We enjoyed meeting him, and you all have been such good neighbors to the Lothrops. “
“Tina & I are sadden to hear of Rich’s passing. I loved my time learning from him on the water and in the lab. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time of loss. Thank you for sharing him with me.”
“Served with Rich from 1978-1981 NATC Photo Lab. Was my mentor and friend”
“What a loss!!! I would like to think he is sailing somewhere with a cigarette in one hand, a beer in the other, and Gypsy laying beside him. Love you Rich”
“We will miss him”
“Diane… my deepest condolences on you loss. May a lifetime of loving memories provide some comfort during this time of sorrow. Carlos”
“Roys Family, I was blessed to have worked with Rich. He was the kindest and most quick witted (always had me laughing) person I have ever met! I will truly miss him and his radiant smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss.”
“Diane, I’m very sorry about your husband’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.”
“To Rich’s Family: Sorry to hear of Rich’s passing.He always had a smile and kind words for folks. Couldn’t have asked for a better person to work with. Always willing to help with projects and he knew how to make the Mopic machine at the photo lab sing. Super guy and loved peanut butter cookies with a passion.”
“I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Rich’s passing…. He was by far my favorite uncle and will never be forgotten. All of those trips sailing meant a lot to me! Aunt Diane, I know it has to be hard, but he is in a better place, not suffering… Chris and Jeff, remember and treasure all the good times with him… losing a dad is very hard, but you will get through it…it just takes time 🙁 I love all of you and I will always remember Uncle Rich as the coolest Uncle around! Prayers to you all “
“Diane, Chris and Jeff, I was shocked to see that Rich had passed away. We did not know he was sick. If there is anything we can do, please give us a call. “
“Thoughts and prayers from North Carolina: May strength, courage and peace find its way to the family.”
“We will miss hime ,He was a man I enjoyed talking to about trains.”
“Roys Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I worked with him at the photo lab, and he was always the nicest person, and fellow Chief. God Bless.”
“To Rich’s Family: We are very sorry for your loss. My husband and I pray for your strength and courage during this difficult time. I had the pleasure of working with Rich at the NAS PAX Photo Lab for over 3 years. Rich was an incredibly kind hearted person who had so much joy and laughter in his life. His days revolved around spending time with his family, playing basketball with the neighborhood kids, hand feeding the squirrels in the back yard, playing with his outdoor train set, munching on salted peanuts, relaxing on a sail boat, and drinking back some cold brewskies. He lived an incredible life and is loved and missed by many. God Bless him and let his memories be shared and enjoyed for years to come. He will bring so much love and joy to everyone surrounding him in heaven. “
“Sweet Diane…you are in my thoughts and I am praying for strength and peace for you and your family. “
“Rich taught a lot of us to sail, and race when I was in the sail club in the ’90s. He was always around, working on the boats. We have so many fond memories of a much-loved soul. “
“Diane- My condolences to you and your sons and extended family on the passing of Rich. Thinking of you all and sending prayers your way.”
“We were saddened to hear about Rich’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we will treasure our memories of him.”
“To Rich’s Family – our thoughts and prayers are with you. We were honored to be a part of Rich’s BVI sailing adventure – he’s a treasured Shipmate and will be dearly missed.”
“Diane, our deepet condolences. Love and prayers for the entire family.”
“Diane & Family, We didn’t have a chance to know Rich for very long but feel fortunate to have had the chance to get to know him during the BVI sailing trip this past January. You should know that he never stopped talking about his grandchildren, children and especially his beautiful wife!! Rich was a prince of a man and we are grateful to have sailed with him.”
“Mentor, friend. Rich’s love of sailing, freedom of wind and waves . . . exemplied by cheerful commraderie and grace. He will be sorely missed. From his friends at Navy Patuxent Sail Club.”
“SIR, YOUR A GOOD MAN AND A GREAT OFFICER. THIS CAN ONLY BE THE PRODUCT OF A WONDERFUL FATHER AND MOTHER. HE IS IN HIS MOST TRIUMPHANT MOMENT BECAUSE HE WALKS WITH GOD. “
“So very sorry to hear the news. Rich was a wonderful man and a true giant in the sail club. He will be sorely missed. We send our prayers and love.”