My cousin, Roy passed away this week. We celebrated his life today with a beautiful service. 
I've had some time to think about what Roy meant to me...when I was little, I always thought of him more like an uncle because I grew up with his children and his daughter, my cousin Heather was my very first friend. I *thought that was why and then I listened to the stories and memories others had of Roy. And, I realized that I thought of him as an Uncle because he treated me (and so many others) like I was truly extraordinary and special. He always made me feel like he was beyond happy to see me and later in life, when he got to spend time around my children, he lit up. 
I found a couple of photos of Roy looking through old albums tonight. 
The first is from my wedding with one of my mom's cousins, our cousin Margaret and 2 of Margaret's children- Roy's niece Andree and nephew Noah...(gotta love those mutton chops, Roy!)
The second photo is a more recent Thanksgiving after Roy had become sick. He still managed to be in the room full of kids with popsicles! 
We will miss your infectious smile and kind spirit, Roy. We thank God for your life on earth and for the assurance that you are now completely healed and at peace. We love you.

Today we will say goodbye and lay to rest a true man of God, my Brother-in-Law Roy Gene Patton.  A husband, father, grandfather and one of the most compassionate people I have met.  His heart was enormous and who could ever forget that smile of his! I know he's up there in heaven with John Paul and they're up to their old shenanigans once again.
All my love to my Sister-in-Law Mary White Patton, my Niece Heather Patton McKenney and my Nephew Roy Patton, your Daddy was loved by many.  RIP Roy until we all meet again.

Roy will always be remembered for his contagious smile and humor. Our prayers are with you Mary and family. We love you.

Heather, I am very sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Know there are people thinking of you and your family in this time of sorrow. Dont mourn his passing, celebrate his life instead. He was a great man.

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Roy Gene Patton

November 30, 1951 – December 16, 2015

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