He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Marie Royster.
Mike is survived by his wife of 54 years, Pat Smartt Royster; daughter Robin (Nathan) Arp and son Joey (Lauren) Royster. Six wonderful grandchildren whom he loved dearly; Scout, Carson, Bailey Kate Arp and Keagan, Whit, and Josie Royster. One brother, Jack (Biddy) Royster.
A celebration of life visitation will be held Friday, December 12 at Chattanooga Funeral Home - North Chapel from 6 to 9 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, Mike requested donations to be given to the UTC Mike Royster-Student Manager Endowment. The website is https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.GoMocs.com/Royster__;!!M2D_dUfSiN4E!KYszPKU48jq9b3qzaMXe_XcKAeNsUp8UIOs1hRQ2VqAB9cosLJP7XiQ2U-lvFxxYSAG03YoQ7ive5Ureg3_h1g$[gomocs[.]com]
Arrangements are by the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory, and Florist, 5401 Highway 153, Hixson, TN 37343.
Please share your thoughts and memories at www.chattanooganorthchapel.com