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In memory of
Michael Earl Royal
August 12, 1950 - May 24, 2023
Aug 12, 1950 - May 24, 2023
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Obituary
Michael Earl Royal, 72, born August 12, 1950 in Tampa, Fl to Earl Royal and Hazel (ne Brown) has passed away on May 24th, 2023 in Sarasota, Fl due to complications of Alzheimer’s.
Michael started playing the piano at a young age under the guidance of Jacques Abrams and was heavily influenced by Ravel, Debussy, Thelonious Monk, John Coltrane and Bill Evans to name a few. He has played extensively over the years around the …
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I am just finding out about the passing of Michael and I am very saddened and heartbroken. He was one of the best piani…
I am just finding out about the passing of Michael and I am very saddened and heartbroken. He was o…
I am just finding out about the passing of Michael and I am very…
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What causes did Michael care about most?
Animal rescue (Royal Rescue n Sarasota, FL)
Animal rescue (Royal Rescue n Sarasota, FL)
Animal rescue (Royal Rescue n Sarasota, FL)
What were Michael's favorite songs or musical artists?
Bill Evans, Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, John Coltrane, Chick Corea, Charles Mingus…
Bill Evans, Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, John Coltrane, Chick Corea, Charles Mingus, Oscar Pe…
Bill Evans, Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, John Coltrane, Chick Corea, Charles Mingus, Oscar Peterson and many, many mor…
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Born
August 12th, 1950
Passed away
May 24th, 2023
Sarasota, FL
Survived by
Lea Royal
Daughter
Michael Royal
Son
Katherine Able
Ex-wife
Harold Royal
Brother
Tracey Royal
Sister
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Cause of death
Alzheimer's
Method of disposition
Cremation
Funeral services provided by
Toale Brothers Funeral Home & Crematory
In lieu of flowers
Please consider a donation to For funeral expenses and awareness.
$1,910.00
total raised
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