Roy was born in Chipley, Florida where he graduated and joined the United States Air Force in 1960. He served in the Air Force as a Photo Repairman at Lowry Air Force Base, Colorado.
Roy was preceded in death by his wife Patsy L. Grissett; father Charlie Alvin Grissett and mother Jessie Grissett.
He is survived by his son, Matthew S. Grissett (Vickie); two daughters: Shawn M. Reichenbach (Ben) and Deborah L. Grissett; two grandchildren: Brandon Reichenbach and Kristina Gaughan; and three great grandchildren: Elena Reichenbach, Kolton Gaughan and Kayce Gaughan.
Arrangements entrusted to Hardage-Giddens Holly Hill Funeral Home, 3601 Old Jennings Road, Middleburg, FL 32068. Please post words of comfort at www.hollyhillfunerals.com.