Obituary of Norman Edgar ROY

Norm of Glentworth, SK, passed away suddenly on September 21, 2012, with his soul mate Betty at his side. Norm was born in Kincaid, SK on October 8, 1937, the seventh of eight children born to Azarias and Bertha (nee Lagasse) Roy. Norm attended Socrates School, Gravelbourg School and St. Louis College in Moose Jaw. As a young man Norm made his way to Alberta, trying his hand at several careers; this is where he met Betty Merriam, and they were married on May 16, 1959. While in Alberta, Norm and Betty had 3 boys, Darcy, Darby and Davey. Soon they made their way back to the farm near Glentworth, where they remained for over 40 years. Norm and Betty also drove school bus for 25 years. Norm and the boys were involved in team roping and rodeo, and he also coached their hockey and baseball teams. Retirement saw Norm and Betty moving to their current home in Glentworth. A true cowboy who lived off the land, friends say even in retirement Norm never missed a branding. Norm took pride in his farm, respected and loved the land, and cherished his animals. Norm was a dedicated family man and he was always there for comfort, support and love. He cherished his grandchildren and countless hours were spent in the rodeo area cheering them on. Norm will be dearly missed by his family and friends. Norm is survived by his loving family, wife Betty (nee Merriam) of 53 years; son Darcy Roy (Chrissy), grandchildren Nevada and Riley; son Darby (June) Roy; son Davey (Leanne) Roy, grandchildren Trigger and Kasper; sisters Laurette (Yvon) Tetrault, Armance Ryzak, Gloria (Gerald) Hysuick; sister-in-law Alice Roy; brother-in-law Bud Eyre. Predeceased by his parents Azarius and Bertha (nee Lagasse) Roy; siblings Omer Roy, Theresa (Lawrence) McDougall, Lionel (Darlene) Roy and Annette Eyre. Funeral Service was held on Tuesday, September 25, 2012, at 1:00 p.m., from St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, Glentworth, SK, with Father Joy Montiague celebrant. Paschal Candle lighting, Gloria Hysuick. Readers were Travis Hysuick, Laurette Tetrault and Gloria Hysuick. Urn bearer was Nevada Roy. The eulogy was shared by Chrissy Mosby. Honour guard was formed by the Knights of Columbus. Active pallbearers were Darcy Roy, Darby Roy, Davey Roy, Riley Roy, Trigger Roy and Kasper Roy. Photo memorial was presented by Leanne Roy. Family interment will take place at a later date. Memorial tributes in memory of Norman to the Glentworth Community Hall, Box 141 Glentworth, SK S0H 1V0, were greatly appreciated.