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John Valentine Troy

February 14, 1949 – July 29, 2019
Obituary of John Valentine Troy
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Memphis Funeral Home

John Valentine Troy was born February 14, 1949, in Melrose, MA and died July 29, 2019. He was predeceased by his parents, Philip Thomas Troy and Barbara Hall Troy.

He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Julie Sellmansberger Troy; his daughter, Ashley Troy Prieto (Yosek) and their children Lucas Maximo and Alexander Valentine; and his son, Justin Lee Troy (Devin) and their children Harrison Robert and Lillian Lee.

Affectionately known as Big D at home and Coach Troy throughout the city, he will be remembered as a loving and generous husband, father, grandfather, coach, mentor, and friend. The family welcomes all friends to join us in celebrating the life of an incredible man.

A visitation will be held August 1, 2019, at Memphis Funeral Home from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. A funeral mass will be held at St. Louis Catholic Church at 10:00 am on August 2, 2019.

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FAMILY

Julie Sellmansberger TroyWife

Ashley Troy Prieto (Yosek)Daughter

Justin Lee Troy (Devin)Son

Lucas Maximo PrietoGrandchild

Alexander Valentine PrietoGrandchild

Harrison Robert TroyGrandchild

Lillian Lee TroyGrandchild

He was predeceased by his parents, Philip Thomas Troy and Barbara Hall Troy.

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