John Larry Roy

John Larry Roy, 75, of Skowhegan, Maine, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

     Born in Bingham, Maine, on April 19, 1949, to Oscar Joseph Roy and Irene Mildred Bosse, John grew up excelling in basketball at Upper Kennebec Valley High School, where he was a local star. After graduation, John proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Upon returning home, he worked as an ironworker at Cascade Iron Works for many years.

     Known affectionately by many names, including "Dud," "Papa," "Johnny," and "Brat," John will be remembered for his strong, reliable, and sometimes stubborn personality, balanced with his deep love for his family. He had a lifelong passion for dogs, fishing, playing BINGO, and watching his favorite game shows. John also enjoyed growing cucumbers in his garden and was a familiar figure on the basketball court, whether playing or refereeing.

     John was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Irene, and his beloved sisters, Shirley Barron and Sally McLaughlin. He is survived by his siblings, Betty Abbott (Steve), Jeffery Chase (Cindy), Ernest Pooler (Bonnie), and Jerry Chase (Sherry); his daughter, Tina Huff; grandchildren, Kirsten Maverick (Elijah), Kalie Matherly (Joshua Sorrells), and Jacob Huff; and his great grandson, Egan Maverick.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, September 13, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at Giberson Funeral Home, 18 River Street, Bingham, Maine, with a burial to follow at Bingham Village Cemetery, located on Maine Street, Bingham. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in John’s memory to Disabled American Veterans (DAV) at help.dav.org.

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