Roy was born and raised in Vancouver and enjoyed skiing and sailing as a young man. He and his good friend Steve would often sail across Burrard Inlet and hike to Hollyburn Mountain for a day’s skiing, occasionally hitching a ride on a passing log tow on the way home. He also loved to fish and was known to tell the story of catching a salmon from a rowboat in Garrow Bay with his bare hands.
Roy attended the University of British Columbia where he completed a degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1949. He worked as an engineer in the coastal forest and pulp and paper industries of BC for over 40 years. Roy was a proud member of numerous industry and professional associations. He retired in 1992.
Roy and Sheila’s love of dogs and the outdoors allowed them to make many cherished friends while walking their dogs on the trails of Gleneagles near the family home in West Vancouver. During his short stay at Lynn Valley Care Centre, Roy’s grandogs were regular visitors.
Roy is survived by his children Craig (Janet), Lindsay, and Scott (Lesley). He will also be greatly missed by his loving grandchildren Kirsten, Laurel, Marys, Curtis, Taylor, Cole and Kelsey, great grandson Wyatt and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife Sheila, father Andrew, mother Elizabeth, brother Douglas, and his son-in-law Tim Jones.
There will be no service by request. If desired, donations may be made to the charity of your choice in Roy’s memory.
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