Southbridge: Roger R. Roy, 89, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 5 ^th , in his home surrounded with family and friends after a long illness.

His beloved wife of 63 years, Marcella C. (Rannigan) Roy, passed away this past May 18 ^th .

He leaves his son, Michael R. Roy and his wife Betty Morse of Sturbridge; his daughter, Michelle A. Roy of Holland; his beloved granddaughter and the sparkle of his eye, Aemilia Desy and her husband Bryce, US Army Chief Warrant Officer II.

He has a sister, Rita Laliberte of Florida and he was predeceased by his two brothers, Gerard Roy and Robert Roy.  Roger was born in Pomfret, CT the son of Lionel and Henrietta (Morissette) Roy.  He was a US Army Veteran who served in the Korean War.

Roger worked as an electrician for General Motors in Framingham for 30 years, retiring many years ago.  He was a member of the United Auto Workers Union and served as Shop Steward while at General Motors.  He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Detriana Council 199 in Southbridge.  Roger was an avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, his home and spending time with his family.

His funeral service and burial will be private. There are no calling hours.

The Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge, is directing arrangements.