Roy Roger Saunders, Jr., 60, of Madison Heights died Wednesday, May 4, 2022.
Roy was born December 1, 1961, in Lynchburg, VA, a son of Roy Roger Saunders, Sr. of Lynchburg, VA and the late Elizabeth Baber Saunders. He proudly served our country in the U.S. Navy and received a commendation for his bravery.
In addition to his father, Roy is survived by his wife, Lorrie Saunders of Monroe; his daughters, Kristen Ashley Saunders and her significant other, Ryan of Madison Heights, and Tiffany Boydoh and her husband, Paul of Evington; grandchildren, Mikenzi, Jaxon, Benjamin, Beckham, and Emma; a brother, Kevin Saunders of Lynchburg; a sister, Angie Saunders of Lynchburg; a special aunt and uncle, Delores and George Scruggs of Altavista; and a special friend who was like a daughter, Kathy Ellinger.
A private family service will be held at a later time.
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Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.