Roy was the most caring, loyal, faithful and giving person. He lived his life devoted to taking care of his family and was a friend to many.
Roy grew up in Salt Point, New York, and graduated from Arlington High School. When he became a father to Shelley Aspbury, he made many sacrifices, traveling every weekend to Brockport, New York to be with her. He later moved permanently to Brockport.
Roy met his wife, Janice when he was visiting his brother and sister-in-law in Brockport. The two were married on April 10, 1973. Roy worked in the furniture business for many years and eventually owned his own store. Village Furniture. He worked tirelessly to provide for his family, often holding two or three jobs at a time, including positions at Thomas and Dwyer Shoe Store and Black and Decker.
In 1994, Roy and Janice relocated to Mesa, Arizona. There Roy worked part-time for many years as a greeter at Wal-Mart., where his friendly nature and warm personality touched countless people. Roy’s pride and joy were his twin grandchildren, Adam C. Stebbins and Emily K. Stebbins. He was a devoted and loving grandfather who attended most, if not all, of their baseball and softball games and any other events he could. Roy truly loved people and was known to always have a candy or treat in his pocket to share.
Roy fought his battle with lymphoma with grace and strength. He never complained and remained hopeful throughout his journey.
He is survived by his daughter , Shelley L. Aspbury, and his grandchildren, Adam C. Stebbins and Emily K. Stebbins. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Janice M. Aspbury, his parents, Marion B. Miller and William J. Aspbury, his brother Alan Aspbury, his nephew, Alan J. Aspbury, and his niece, Anne M. (Aspbury) Deem.
Roy’s love was endless, and he will be forever missed in all that we do. He lives on in us in so many ways and will always hold a special place in our hearts as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend.
Roy was cremated, and his remains will be brought home where he belongs. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.