Roy Lee Thomas

August 14, 1954 - January 13, 2021

Roy Lee Thomas of Bedford, age 67, passed away Wednesday January 13, 2021 with his wife, daughter, and brother by his side at Duke Heart Center in Durham, NC. Roy was born August 14,1954 a son of the late Samuel and Hilda Thomas. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Chuck Thomas.

He worked at various places in Bedford throughout his life, from the Terrace House where he met his wife in his early 20’s and then Bedford Elementary School until he retired. He had been married for almost 40 years and lived in Bedford all of his life. Roy enjoyed visiting his beloved daughter and playing with his grandchildren whom he adored, gardening, cooking, and going to the beach. He was a member of Bedford Baptist Church and graduate of Liberty High School.

Roy is survived by his loving wife, Gale Thomas; daughter, Erin Samsell; son-in-law, Brian Samsell; grandchildren, Caleb, Ari, Jackson, and Gabrielle Samsell; brother, Gene Thomas; and sister, Carol Thomas; as well as various cousins, sisters and brothers-in-law, nieces, a nephew, and friends.

Arrangements are incomplete and being handled by Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bedford.