He was born in Enid, OK. At age five, he and his family moved to Colorado. After high school he worked at the Gates Rubber Co. where he met the love of his life, Nancy. Shortly before their marriage, Roy began his career with Mt. Bell nka Centurylink. He worked there as an IT Network Engineer until his retirement in January 2004. In retirement he enjoyed working as an Area Distributor for Mountain Man Nut & Fruit Co.
He is survived by his loving wife Nancy, daughters DeNeige Darr (Kelly), Andrea Stephenson, sisters Karen Robbins (Lamont), Sharon Pemberton (Ralph) and brother Paul Stephenson (Shelly) along with many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Madelyn and I. R. Stephenson.
Roy will be remembered for his smile, his warmth and his enduring kindness.
The memorial service will be Sunday February 17th 10:00am at Olinger Chapel Hill Mortuary 6601 S. Colorado Blvd, Centennial, CO 80121.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to WildernessOnWheels.org
