Roger J. Roy, 86, of Alfred, passed away at his home at Keywood Manor of heart related causes.
Roger was born in Springvale on November 6, 1928 the son of Charles M. and Nina Roy of Sanford.
Roger graduated from Sanford High School and entered the United States Navy in 1948 serving for four years. During this time, he served on the ship USS Leyte, fighting North Korean forces in the Korean War.
His career included working as a Dental assistant and working at the Sanford Mills, American Cyanamid / CYRO, US Postal Service, Kittery Liquor store, and the Portsmouth Ship Yard.
Roger is survived by his sister, Irene Perkins of Lebanon; his son, Daniel Roy of Abu Dhabi; and his daughter, Sherry Richard of Shapleigh and grandchildren, Aaron Roy, Desirai Richard, Gabriel Roy, and Dante Roy.
He was predeceased by his son, Lance Roy, his brother, Winston Roy and his sister, Rita Brown.
A Graveside Service with military honors will be held on Thursday, September 17, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at the Southern Maine Veterans Cemetery, 83 Stanley Road, Springvale Maine.
The Autumn Green Funeral Home, 47 Oak Street, in Alfred is respectfully handling arrangements.
