ROBERTS – Roy, 82, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2016 in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool.
Born in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, he was the son of the late John and Lenora (Cole) Roberts.
He joined the Canadian Air Force at a young age and served for 11 years, achieving the rank of Sergeant. While in the service he studied to become an Electronic Communications Technician. After leaving the service, he worked for Benco Television Company in Toronto and later moved to Nova Scotia where he worked for Claritone Television Company in Stellarton and later moved to Liverpool where he worked for 25 years at Teleglobe Canada in Mill Village. Roy was passionate about many sports. He played Liverpool baseball, hockey, curling and golf as examples only. This also led to numerous volunteers efforts. One of his proudest moments involved coaching the Liverpool Pee Wee hockey team to the provincial championships in 1973. He was also a long time member of the Liverpool Curling Club.
He is survived by his wife, Donna (Reynolds) Roberts, son Mark, daughters Nancy (David) and Tracy, his four grandchildren Adam, Sarah, Hannah and Jacob, his brother David, and sisters Helen and Betty.
Besides his parents, he was pre-deceased by his brother John and sisters Thelma and Bridget.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. Roy has requested no funeral or visitation. Donations in his memory may be made to: Liverpool Curling Club; Box 1374; 108 Gorham Street; Liverpool, Nova Scotia; B0T1K0. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com
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Heather& Ross Whynot
Donna& Family ,so sorry for your loss .
Carla whynot
Donna, Mark, Nancy, Tracey and family,
I was very shocked and saddened to learn of Roy’s passing. Always enjoyed listening to him playing his guitar and singing when I would be picking my blueberries. I know he love his yard, gardening and he would have everything fixed up for when his grandchildren came to visit. It has been a hard year for me and now you as well. Please think of all the wonderful memories. My heart goes out to you all. My sincerest sympathies.
Carla & Muffy
John Mac Lean
Donna & Family
We extend to you our deepest sympathy. Roy was a great guy with many talents. We have good memories dating all of the way back to Air Force days. Our paths have crossed many times and we have always enjoyed our visits with you. You are in our prayers. We will talk to you soon. Love Donna & John
Kim Panczyk
Donna,
So incredibly shocked and saddened by the passing of your husband. It was really hard to carry through our class Monday night after we heard your news. Let’s just say it wasn’t the same without your presence. Time will heal the rawness and shock of it all and we hope to see you back at the gym soon.
Surround yourself with the love and support of your family. Cherish and reminisce all of the wonderful memories you made over the years.
Thinking of you! ~hugs~
Kim
Judi Maillett
Donna & family,i am so saddened to see that Roy passed away.He was always a pleasant man who spoke whenever we met. Keep him close in your heart & let the memories get you through the difficult times ahead.
Muriel and Raymond Whynot
So very sorry Donna to hear of Roy,s passing .Stay strong as I know you will. That is what he would want you to do for your family.My thoughts are with you and your family at this very difficult time.Muriel and Raymond Whynot.
Ann Smith
Dear Donna and Mark,
Please accept our deepest condolences. Our thoughts are with you both.
Ann and Allan
Allan & Beth LaRocque
Donna andFamily,
We are very sorry to hear of Roy’s passing. We enjoyed his company very much. He will be missed by Family and friends. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all………Love Allan & Beth
Ron & Barb Campbell
Donna, Mark & Family,
We are saddened to hear of Roy’s passing.
May he rest in peace.
Janice Mitchell
Donna and family. I was very saddened and shocked to hear of Roy’s passing. May you find strength and comfort in all those who surround you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Rest in Peace Roy.
Michelle(Whynot)Colp
Thinking of you all at this very sad time. Lots of great memories from the old “Cobbs Ridge Gang”. We were all so fortunate to have grown up in such a great neighborhood. Take care!
Brenda and Bob Lohnes
Donna and Family: So sorry for your loss. Hope happy memories will help get you through this sad time.
David MacKenzie
Speaking for my part of the extended Roberts family we are all sorry to lose a great father, father-in-law and grandfather. I see little wonderful parts of Roy in our daughter Sarah’s love of music and our son Adam’s love of sport. He was very kind to me from the first day I met him – whenever he visited he always took on a project to help out (Roy could fix anything !) I am happy our kids got to spend time with him every summer … Roy will be missed. I am proud he was my father-in-law – I am proud he was my friend.
David MacKenzie
Cathy, Andy, Alyssa and Juliana
Dear Nancy, Dave, Adam, Sarah and your whole family – our deepest condolences on the passing of Roy, your dad and grandpa. We are thinking of you all and know how special he was to you. Your family pictures from your visit this past summer will forever be cherished along with all your other memories. Our family is saddened by your unexpected news ….we are here to support you at this difficult time. Xxoo
Susan Inglis
Sincere condolences to the Roberts family. I have many wonderful memories of being at your home with Nancy Lee growing up. Roy was always quiet but could raise his voice if needed! My thoughts are with you all.
Susan
David and Sharon Roberts
Dear Donna and Family,
Sharon and I were very sorry to hear of the passing of Roy. I always remember him helping me pick out and buy my first set of drums, but unfortunately when it came to music I did not have his natural talent. Roy always had a smile that lit up a room. He loved his family deeply and I will miss my brother very much. He will always been in my heart and my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love, David and Sharon Roberts
Cathy (MacKenzie) Rissanen, Graham DeYoung, and Lex
Dear Roberts Family, in-laws, and grandchildren,
We are so sorry for your tremendous and sudden loss. I know Roy was loved and cherished by all of you. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Andrea,Gordie and family
Donna and Family:We are so saddened for you loss of Roy.He loved the washer tournaments in the neighbourhood.We all enjoyed his company.May your wonderful memories give you comfort at this time and always.Please know we are thinking of you all.
Marie Wambolt
Dear Donna: I was shocked and saddened to read of Roy’s passing Please accept my sincere condolences It’s not easy to loose someone you love, especially your husband . I remember the days when we all went square dancing , having a good time and enjoying each others company.. those were the good old days.. I am sure you and your family having many wonderful memories . share those with one another and they will help get you through the days a head .. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Hugh&Pat Dixon
Nancy &family
So sorry for your loss.Thinking of you all at this very
difficult time.
Murray and Donna Rolfe
Sorry for your loss.Always enjoyed chatting with Roy about the many trips to Bridgewater to play Hockey before we had our own arena.
Shauna Anthony
Donna
I was shocked and saddened when I heard of the passing of your husband. I wish I could give you a big hug. Know that I am thinking of you and your family at this sad time.
Shirley Shot
Donna and family: Thinking of you all during this sad and difficult time. Roy was a quiet and thoughtful gentlemen who loved his family very much. Blessings
Ross and Maxine Lee
To Donna and Family. I had the pleasure of working with Roy through his career at Teleglobe Canada. He was a very competent technician with an attitude that made it a great place to work. Please accept our condolence. I was very sorry to hear of his passing.
Bill and Ann Cox
DONNA AND FAMILY
Our deepest sympathy in Roy’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Judy Vey
Donna, Mark, Nancy Lee and Tracey…So sad to read of Roy’s passing. My condolances and thoughts are with you all.
Marge & Steve MacDonald
Dear Donna & Family,
We were very saddened to read of Roy’s passing. It appears your loss was quite
sudden, that is so difficult. Sending our sincere sympathy and know that you are in
our thoughts and prayers. Take comfort in the wonderful memories you must have of
the many years together. Many blessings to you all.
Bob /Marjorie MacGowan
Our sincere condolences.
Jackie and Gordon Eisnor
Dear Donna and Family sorry to hear of Roy,s passing thinking of you all at this sad time . Jackie and Gordon
Ron & Bonnie Henderson
Donna,
Our sincere condolences to you and your family on Roy’s passing.
Jean Strum
Dear Donna and Family:
I was so sorry to learn of Roy’s passing. I remember curling with him and the fun we all had. He was always the quiet one but the perfect gentlemen and had a smile for everyone.
Please accept my sincere condolences at this sad and difficult time. God bless you all.
Jean Strum
Gordon and Joclie Eisnor
Sorry to hear of Roy!s passing.Condolences extended to Donna and family.
Art & Karen Doherty
Donna , our deepest sympathy in your loss . Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time . Your cousin Karen [ Smith ] Doherty & Art.
Merv and Bernadette
Donna and Family
Sorry to hear about Roy’s passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Barbara Hanley-Whynot
So sad to hear of your loss. Hang onto the memories. Hope to see you back to the gym soon.We miss you.
Marlene Grace, Tom Fredericks and Family
Donna, Mark, Nancy, and Tracy,
We are saddened to learn of Roy’s sudden passing but hope that your memories will be of great comfort at this time. You’re in our thoughts and prayers.
Bonnie Gay Hartlen
Dear Donna,
So sorry to hear about Roy’s passing. Take care of yourself and may He hold you in his arms until you are together again!
Bonnie from the clinic.
Vernon & Joyce Hawkes
Dear Donna and Family,
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Take Comfort in the Memories.