He was born on May 11, 1951, in Virginia, and was the son of the late Charles D. and Eva E. (Clem) Litten.
Roy graduated from Stonewall Jackson High School Class of 1969 and was a lab technician with Johns Manville in Edinburg for 30 years.
On March 29, 1975, he married the former Jean Marie Reedy, who survives.
Also, surviving is a daughter, Becky Snyder (Jr); a step-son, Daryl Reedy; a step-daughter, Donna Hockman; grandchildren, Madison Stover and Megan Castillo; and expecting a great grandchild, Holden; step-grandchild, Kris George; siblings, Charles E. Litten (Judy), Randy Litten, Teresa McInturff (Donnie), Sandra Jones, Mary Estep and Jerry R. Litten (Stephanie); numerous nieces and nephews; and his beloved dog, Princess.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by siblings, Norma Will, Evelyn Yount, Betty Hinkle, Jim Litten, Beverly A. Litten and Larry W. Litten.
Honoring his wishes, he will be cremated and there will be no services.
Memorial contributions may be sent to Blue Ridge Care, Attn: Development, 333 West Cork Street, Suite #405, Winchester, VA 22601.
Lindsey Funeral Homes in Harrisonburg is handling arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.lindseyfuneralhomes.com.