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Stewart Roy Obituary
In Loving Memory of
Stewart Omar Roy
May 29th, 1954 – March 16th, 2025
Stewart passed away peacefully at the Manitoulin Health Centre on Sunday, March 16th, 2024 at the age of 70.
Predeceased by his parents David Roy Sr. and Agnes Roy (nee Debassige), and his siblings Maggie Paul, Fred Roy, Ivan Roy, and Mary Debassige.
Cherished father of David Faron Roy Jr. (Carolyn), Percy Stuart Roy and Patrick Ivan Hare (predeceased).
Grandfather of Trista (Ethan) and Liam.
Close friend of Deborah Hare
and family pet Toby.
Survived by sisters Florence Roy of Chicago
and Nancy Hare of M’Chigeeng.
Will be remembered by many nieces and nephews
as well as extended family.
Stewart was a well-known community leader, a fluent speaker of the Ojibwe language and a strong advocate for the Anishnaabemowin language.
Stewart was a teacher at the Manitoulin Secondary School (MSS) for over 20 years. As well teaching at the Espanola Secondary School. He was also an assistant professor/language lecturer at Algoma University
for 5 years. Stewart was a band councillor for many years, and served as Chief of M’Chigeeng First Nation
for one term.
Stewart was fond of the outdoors, particularly with fishing and hunting. He enjoyed music, he played the guitar and sang.
Family and friends will gather to remember
this wonderful man
Visitation
at the Saswaahns Spiritual Centre,
on Tuesday, March 18th, 2025 from 11am.
Funeral Mass
at Immaculate Conception Church
on Thursday, March 20th, 2025 at 11am.
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in memory of Stewart Omar Roy, please visit our floral store.
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May 29 1954 March 16 2025 70 Years Old
Death notice for the town of: Little Current, Province: Ontario
death notice Stewart Omar Roy May 29 1954 March 16 2025 70 Years Old
obituaries notice Stewart Omar Roy May 29 1954 March 16 2025 70 Years Old
We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Stewart Omar Roy May 29 1954 March 16 2025 70 Years Old and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
