Roy Roper

CONYERS Roy Roper Roy T. Roper, 89 1/2, of Conyers, GA, passed away on Sunday, August 03, 2014. Roy is survived by his wife of nearly 66 years, Frances E. Roper; son, Gerrick (Ann) Roper of Covington; son, Chris (Debbie) Roper of Grayson as well as six grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Roy is preceded in death by his parents, Otis and Mae Roper, his brother, Ralph Roper, sister, Allene Richards, twin brother, Toy R. Roper and daughter, Peggy Roper Waskom. Roy was a proud member of the Atlanta Police Department for seven years. After his years with the department, Roy started a successful business in construction, specializing in the installation and repair of drywall, until his retirement. Roy was a lover of his family and his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. His faith led him to Eastside Baptist Church in Stockbridge at 15 years old, thus making him the longest-standing member at 71 years. At Eastside Baptist Church, Roy served as head usher, substitute Sunday School teacher and was a member of the choir. The family will receive visitation on Wednesday, August 6, 2014 from 6 pm to 8 pm at Scot Ward Funeral Services. A celebration of Roys life will be held on Thursday, August 7, 2014, 11 am at Eastside Baptist Church (4010 Hwy 138 SW Stockbridge, GA 30281) with gravesite services immediately after at Fairview Memorial Gardens (164 Fairview Rd Stockbridge, GA.) In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Eastside Baptist Church in honor of Tribulation Trail. Condolences may be submitted on-line at http://www.scotward.com. Scot Ward Funeral Services, 699 American Legion Road, Conyers, GA 30012, 770-483-7216.

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