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As we prepare for the Celebration of Life, we are asking family and friends to please submit photos you may have of Roy on the 'Memories' tab located on this page, or to either emails listed below. Please share your picture memories by October 1st.

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Obituary

Roy E. Moats, 76 passed away peacefully surrounded by friends and family at his Arizona home on August 25, 2020. He was born on May 21, 1944 in Rowlesburg, West Virginia.

Roy was a decorated veteran who was awarded a Bronze Star Metal and a Purple Heart while serving in the Vietnam War.

Roy met and fell in love with his wife, Althiea, and then settled in Rockville, Maryland after his service.

After moving to …

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Memories & condolences

Roy was a very special person! We are so sorry for your loss and that we can’t be there in person for the celebration …
Roy was a very special person! We are so sorry for your loss and that we can’t be there in person …
Roy was a very special person! We are so sorry for your loss an…
Remembering Roy: Over the years I learned that Roy was a hard worker and a "jack of all trade", and the solid rock to …
Remembering Roy: Over the years I learned that Roy was a hard worker and a "jack of all trade", an…
Remembering Roy: Over the years I learned that Roy was a hard w…
We are sorry that Roy had to leave us so soon, but happy that he's no longer sick or in pain. We know he's now in his …
We are sorry that Roy had to leave us so soon, but happy that he's no longer sick or in pain. We k…
We are sorry that Roy had to leave us so soon, but happy that he…
Dear Roy,
I am saddened to hear of your passing, but at the same time grateful to God that he took you up, and ended you…
Dear Roy,
I am saddened to hear of your passing, but at the same time grateful to God that he took y…
Dear Roy,
I am saddened to hear of your passing, but at the same …

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What was Roy's favorite color?
Blue/Red
Blue/Red
Blue/Red
What were Roy's favorite local spots?
San Tan Flats & The Gym
San Tan Flats & The Gym
San Tan Flats & The Gym
What were Roy's favorite artists or styles of art?
Country
Country
Country
What were Roy's favorite vacation spots?
West Virginia & Florida
West Virginia & Florida
West Virginia & Florida

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Born

May 21st, 1944
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Passed away

August 25th, 2020
Queen Creek, AZ, USA

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Method of disposition

Cremation

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