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In memory of
Roy "Poppal" E Moats Sr.
May 21, 1944 - August 25, 2020
May 21, 1944 - Aug 25, 2020
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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 Rockville, Roy started working at Rockville Fuel & Feed where he retired from after 35+ years of employment.
Roy moved to Arizona after retiring. Roy attended Mountain View Church with family and friends every sunday he could.
Roy was predeceased by siblings, Jane, Fred, Ed, Helen and Mable. He is survived and loved by his wife Althiea. Children, Sherry and Roy Jr.. Eight grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Long-time family friend Brenda Bane. Siblings, Clint, Brenda and Jack.
There will be a Celebration of life at 2:00pm EST., October 10, 2020 at the Rockville Elks Lodge.
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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…
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…
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 …
I am saddened to hear of your passing, but at the same …
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