Donald Houston Roy

Donald Houston Roy Obituary: Coleman Funeral Home of Oxford Donald Houston Roy, 86, passed away Tuesday, September 20, 2022, at his residence in Abbeville. The graveside service celebrating his life will take place on Saturday, September 24, 2022, at 10:00 A.M in Abbeville Cemetery with Bro. Hilton Lane officiating. Coleman Funeral Home of Oxford is in charge of arrangements. Donald was welcomed into this world on January 2, 1936 in Oxford, as a son to the late Comer Roy and Jamie Laverne Houston Roy. Shortly after graduating from Abbeville High School, he caught the eye of a lovely young lady by the name of Faye Prestage and later married her. The couple spent over six and a half decades together, giving life to two children, three grandchildren, and countless memories made along the journey of life. Donald made his place in history by serving in the Army National Guard during the civil rights era. He was one of many soldiers called into action during James Meredith’s enrollment at the University of Mississippi. After completing his time in armed forces, he went on to secure a job at the University of Mississippi Physical Plant where he worked until retirement called his name. During his time working for the University, Donald served on the University Fire Department, where he most frequently drove the fire truck. Aside from his work life, he had many hobbies and interests that filled his days of leisure. Donald lived upon the level and by the square as a member of the Abbeville Masonic Lodge. He faithfully served not only the Lord, but also the congregation at First Baptist Church of Abbeville as a Deacon. He looked forward to Wednesday night prayer meeting each week, and found joy in helping prepare the fellowship meal. When he found the time to relax, Donald enjoyed spending time outdoors; from fishing and hunting to looking after his vegetable garden. Although he has gone to rest in a sacred place free from the sickness and the pains of this world, he will be profoundly missed by his family and friends. He leaves behind a loving family to continue walking down the path of life in his absence; wife, Faye Prestage Roy of Abbeville; one son, Rickey (Pam) Roy of Abbeville; one daughter, Teresa Adams of Abbeville; three grandsons: Scott Adams of Abbeville; Chris (Wendy) Chesteen of Brookhaven; Jeremey (Danielle) Roy of Beaumont, Texas; and three great grandchildren; one sister, Sarah (Marty) of Huntsville, Alabama. Donald was preceded in death by his parents, Comer Roy and Jamie Laverne Houston Roy. In lieu of traditional flowers, memorial contributions can be made to First Baptist Church of Abbeville Building Fund (Post Office Box 80 Abbeville, Mississippi 38601). Coleman Funeral Home of Oxford is honored to be serving the Roy Family during this season of loss. Please leave online condolences to his Tribute Wall at www.colemanfuneralhome.com.

Donald Houston Roy

January 2, 1936 - September 20, 2022

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