Raymond Alfred Roy

Hampton - Raymond Alfred Roy (Ray), 81, longtime resident of Hampton, NH passed away peacefully on October 24, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. Ray was born October 20,1942 to the late Wilfred Roy and Irene Roy in Lawrence, MA. Ray grew up in Lawrence, MA alongside his 4 siblings. He continued on to serve in the US Air Force for six years and served our country during the Vietnam War as a helicopter medic. He then served in the reserves as a Military Police Officer. After his time in the military, Ray honed his craft as a master mechanic. He became a talented auto technician and auto body worker. He purchased his first business in the late 1960’s. It was a gas station where he could also provide auto repair. Ray married the love of his life Sandy in 1967. They lived in Salem, NH until they bought The White Rock on Hampton Beach to raise their family and live out the rest of their lives. In 1980 he purchased John Duda & Sons Truck and Auto in Lawrence,MA. Now known as Duda Springs,INC. still family owned and operated. Ray paved the way for this successful family business, working alongside children Joe, Jack, Robin, Steven, Melanie and Doug, teaching them all he knew. His work ethic was unmatched. The shop was Ray’s happy place. This is where he was completely in his element. He was adoringly known as “Duda Ray” and established many special relationships throughout the years. Even after he “retired” he went down to Duda’s every day until the end. Still the backbone of the establishment. Ray was the definition of a family man. He would move mountains for the ones he loved. He was a big presence, known for his big heart, generosity, work ethic and humor. You would never get out of a conversation with Ray without a sideways comment or joke. He donated much of his time coaching in the Hampton Youth Hockey League, having a real passion for Hockey and watching his sons and grandson play. Ray also had a passion for old muscle cars, spoiling grandkids and finding the best deals in town, even if that meant spending all day Saturday or Sunday doing his shopping. Ray and Sandy enjoyed many years of spending winters in Florida. Making sure everyone in the family had a chance to come down and enjoy it too. Ray was extremely proud of the life and family he created and loved fiercely through it all. Ray is survived by his children John (Jack), Robin, Steven and Joseph (wife Melanie) all of Hampton. His brother Roger and sister Claire. He also leaves behind his beloved grandchildren Sarah (husband Doug), Renee, Jake, Joe (wife Amanda), Jenna, Grace and Joey. Great grandchildren Dominic, Victoria, Savannah, Nolan and Lyla. Ray is predeceased by his sister Cecile, his brother Robert and his grandson Randy. Ray's beloved wife of 56 years passed away exactly 7 days before him. They just couldn’t bear the burden of being apart. A true love story until the end. A celebration of life will be held from 4-7 PM on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at Remick & Gendron Funeral Home, 811 Lafayette Rd. Hampton, NH, 03842. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ray and Sandy’s memory can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital by clicking here.

Raymond Alfred Roy

October 20, 1942 - October 24, 2023