Roy at age 87, passed away peacefully Sunday November 26th 2017, at home with his loving family by his side. Roy was born August 5th 1930, to the late Arthur and Lena (Botsford) Piper in Bell Oak, Michigan. On May 6th 1950, he married his sweetheart Patricia Ann (Fuller) Piper. He farmed all his life and also sold Pioneer Seed for 42 years. Roy loved farming, fishing, traveling and most of all, spending time with his family and friends.
Roy is survived by his wife, Pat; children, Gary Dean (Gwen) Piper, Gwenda Lynne (Bob) Chick, Glen Maurice (Teresa) Piper; grandchildren, Jennifer (Jon), Dean (Jamie), Christina (Jeff), Matthew, Amanda, Amber and Ryan; ten great-grandchildren; and sister, Jean (Milan) Griffes. He is preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Lena; son, Gregg Arthur, along with one brother and two sisters.
Funeral service will take place Thursday November 30, 2017 at 11 a.m. at Gorsline Runciman Williamston Chapel, 205 E. Middle St.
The family will receive friends Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home, and one hour prior to the service. Interment to follow the service at Rowley Cemetery.
Those desiring may make donations to Future Farmers of America, 309 E. Grand River, Webberville, MI 48892, Attn: Colleen Scott.
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