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Roy Deel Obituary
Roy died Monday January 21, 2019 at his home, surrounded by his family.
He was born May 31, 1951, in Lawrence, the son of William Glanville and Betty Jean Coleman Deel. He graduated from Baldwin High School in 1970 and attended Emporia State University and Manhattan Area Technical School.
After some summers of 'building' the Eisenhower tunnel Roy worked at Baldwin Grain Company and then at the Chemtrade plant in Lawrence KS for over 30 years, before retiring in 2017. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Baldwin City. He enjoyed watching his children play sports and music, watching the Jayhawks, Chiefs, and Royals, driving his MGB GT, canoeing trips to Canada, his long line of dogs and being outdoors. He especially enjoyed spending time with family.
He married Connie Ann Fothergill on May 3, 1980, at the Baldwin First United Methodist Church. She survives of the home.
Other survivors include children Chapin (Marie) of Albuquerque NM, Nathan (Holly O'Neal) of Lawrence, Mattie Cooper (Kayla) of Tijeras NM; grandchildren Araceli, Lorena and Avilynn; brother Sam Deel (Margy); mother-in-law Ann (Pud) Fothergill; sisters-in-law Ronda Deel, Kathy Deel and Lynne Fothergill; brothers-in-law Wade Fothergill (Michelle), Cody Fothergill and Forrest Fothergill (Missy); nieces Sarah (Sean), Railey, Katie, Emy, Emelia, Macey and Nora; nephews David, Hunter, Max and Elliot.
Roy will be received in heaven by his parents; brothers Jim and Bill; father-in-law Chuck Fothergill; niece Susan and nephew Jeff.
Roy suggested memorials to Lumberyard Arts Center, Inc., sent in care of the funeral home, 601 Indiana St., Lawrence, KS, 66044. Online condolences may be sent to rumsey-yost.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Roy Deel
Shirley DeGroot
January 30, 2019
Connie and family,
Richard and I send our heartfelt condolences upon Roy's passing. Roy was a part of so many happy memories of our good times together over the past many years. Roy was such a good friend to us and will be missed.
Johnnie Jardon
January 25, 2019
So Sorry to hear about Roy's passing, Condolences to all his family and friends.
Cinda Houston
January 23, 2019
Connie and family
My heartfelt condolences. I hope that you continue to have the strength
and support you need to deal with your loss. I'm sure Roy will be watching over you. You are in my thoughts.
Karen Mitchell
January 22, 2019
Connie and family we are so sorry to learn of cousin Roy's passing! We know he had a family welcoming party when he arrived at his new home address! May God give each of you the comfort and peace that comes from knowing Him as your Lord and Savior!
Love to the whole Deel Family!
❤Karen & Cliff Mitchell (Broadfoot)
January 22, 2019
Connie, Diane and I were sad to learn about Roy's death this morning. Your family welcomed us to Baldwin 20 years ago and we just always enjoyed our time when we would run into you and Roy. Needless to say, we always had fun with Chapin when he would come over and spend time with the boys. We hope that you will be surrounded by family and friends in the days ahead and that you will keep all the memories of Roy front and center in your hearts. We sure will. - Ken and Diane Wagner
Nancy Richards
January 22, 2019
I cannot begin to express how saddened I am by Roy's passing. He was one of the kindest people I have ever known.
RK
January 22, 2019
Please accept my dearest and heartfelt sympathy; I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1,2
Steve Butcher
January 22, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss.
Bob Broadfoot
January 22, 2019
Connie it is with great sadness to learn of Roy's passing. I am glad that I reached out to talk to him and you and shared my experience with liver cancer. Sam, stay strong and positive. May the days of grief that are now with you, pass and make you stronger.
Philip Hannon
January 22, 2019
I am sadden to hear the passing of our neighbor of 20 years. It has been a blessing to know Roy and share our stories of our families. I will miss you and our talks in the yard. May Connie, Chapin, Nathan and Mattie be surrounded with love and Peace at this time of loss. The Hannons
Darcy Russell
January 22, 2019
Connie and family - you are in my thoughts.
January 22, 2019
Prayers and heartfelt condolences from The Modesett Family to Connie and her family on the loss of Roy. Love and comfort to all.
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