Obituary of Robert "Jeff" Roy

Robert Jeff Roy, age 54, of Thompson Road, Thompson, died Thursday in an accident in Thompson. He was the beloved husband of Brenda (Bibek) Roy; they were married February 24, 1989. He was born August 19, 1951 in Putnam, son of Georgia (Coolidge) Ballard of Thompson and the late Robert J. Roy. Jeff was employed at Barnes Concrete in Putnam running the Sand & Gravel operation for the last 28 years. Jeff was a Vietnam Veteran, he served in the US Army from 1968 to 1971 as a Mortar Sergeant, stationed in Vietnam from 1970 to 1971. In April of 1971 he was awarded a Bronze Star. He was a member of the American Motorcycle Association and the North Grosvenordale American Legion Post 67. He enjoyed woodworking, especially building furniture, and riding motorcycles. He was a life long resident of Thompson, Jeff had a great love for his family and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends especially his twin niece and nephew. He was an avid NASCAR fan and a Jeff Gordon fan. He leaves, in addition to his wife, Brenda, and mother, Georgia, a daughter: Bethany Roy and her boyfriend, Zachary Monahan both of Thompson, a sister: Cindy Roy Martin and her companion Mark Dube of Thompson, a stepfather: Clarence Ballard of Thompson several nieces and nephews. The Funeral Service will be held Monday at 11:00 AM at the Smith & Walker Funeral Home, 148 Grove Street, Putnam followed by Committal Prayers and Military honors at the Munyan Cemetery. Calling hours will be Sunday from 5:00 to 8:00 PM and Monday 10:00 to 11:00 AM at the funeral home. Putnam. To share a memory with the family, Light a Candle at www.smithandwalkerfh.com