James Kenneth Roy

Coleman Funeral Home of Oxford James Kenneth Roy, 93, of Abbeville, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2026, in Batesville, Mississippi. The family will receive friends on Thursday, September 03, 2026, from 12:00 PM until 1:00 PM at Coleman Funeral Home of Oxford. The funeral service celebrating his life will occur immediately following the visitation, beginning at 1:00 PM in the chapel of Coleman Funeral Home. Interment will take place privately in the Garden of Memories. Kenneth was born on January 09, 1933, in Abbeville, as one of the children born to Sidney W. Roy and Elizabeth Gregory Roy. Kenneth Roy, remembered lovingly by all who knew him, was a simple man whose life was built on hard work, faith, and family. In his younger years, James raised cattle, learning the value of dedication and responsibility early on. Later, he became a familiar face in the family business, Roy Brothers Feed Store in Abbeville. He was a true jack-of-all-trades and a talented carpenter, always ready with the skills to fix or build whatever was needed. He was best known for his gruff exterior, which often hid a deeply caring heart. Friends and family knew that behind his sometimes grumpy manner was a generous spirit and a quick wit. A God-fearing man, Kenneth lived his life with unwavering faith. He loved nothing more than spending time with his family, especially fishing with his beloved wife. Those who were lucky enough to know James will remember his honesty, his quiet strength, and the many lives he touched. Kenneth leaves behind a loving family to continue walking down the path of life in his absence; four children: Sylvia Gordon and her husband Alan of Rockwood, Texas; Billy Joe Roy and his wife Julie of Friendswood, Texas; Mike Roy and his wife Pilar of Alvin, Texas; and, Randy Roy of Rockwood, Texas; one step son, Dickie Carper and his wife Lisa of Oxford, Mississippi; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great- great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. The loved ones who departed from this life before him include: his parents, Sidney W Roy and Elizabeth Gregory Roy; three step-children: Corbit Carper, Aubrey Carper, and Barbara Tutor; and one brother, Herman Roy. The staff at Coleman Funeral Home of Oxford is honored to serve the family during this challenging season of life. Condolences may be expressed online on his Tribute wall at www.colemanfuneralhomeox.com

James Kenneth Roy

January 9, 1933 - August 30, 2026

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