Roy Manning Whitney was born in Miles City, October 26, 1931 to P.V. and Dorothy Whitney. Roy was a very genuine person.
When he was 17 years old, he left home and joined the Air Force. There he worked air planes. He spent most of that time in Texas. Upon his returning home, he worked in Billings, for the Grand Hotel (General Custer). Later he and brother, Don, ran a service station.
He married Stella Breshears and of this marriage, three children were born, twin girls, Colleen and Kathleen and a son, Mark. He was very hardworking, honest, reliable, and caring to a fault. Roy was very caring and loving. He would help anyone with anything and was proud of his accomplishments.
They divorced and later married Agnus Doney. Roy worked for Jack Black, as a house painter for several years. Also, he held various jobs with: Hallett Mineral, Peabody Coal, and the Steam Plant in Colstrip. While at Hallett and Peabody, he lived on the family farm and raised potatoes. They were very good and the family was extremely proud of them. The record potato weighed in at an amazing 5 ½ pounds.
Roy later moved into Forsyth. To keep himself busy, he raised rabbits as well as doing fine job remodeling his family’s home.
Roy was preceded in death by his parents, P.V. and Dorothy; wives, Stella and Agnus; a daughter, Kathleen; brothers: Donald (Barbara), David (Ruth); sister, Pauline McDonald.
He is survived by a daughter, Colleen; son, Mark; sisters: Margie (Roy) Johnson, Betty (Byron) Newman, two nephews and four nieces.
Service Schedule
Visitation
12:00 PM to 5:00PM
Monday April 3, 2017
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 West Wind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Funeral Service
1:00 PM
Tuesday April 4, 2017
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 West Wind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Graveside Service with Full Military Honors
2:00 PM
Tuesday April 4, 2017
Forsyth Cemetery
Forsyth, MT 59327
Service Schedule
Visitation
12:00 PM to 5:00PM
Monday April 3, 2017
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 West Wind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Funeral Service
1:00 PM
Tuesday April 4, 2017
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 West Wind Lane
Forsyth, MT 59327
Graveside Service with Full Military Honors
2:00 PM
Tuesday April 4, 2017
Forsyth Cemetery
Forsyth, MT 59327
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Randy & Janet Stanhope says
We are so very sad to hear of your loss. Roy will be greatly missed. All our love and prayers are sent your way during this very difficult time.
Vi and Bill Millhollin says
So sorry to hear of Roy’s passing. We were able to enjoy a visit with him just last week, and will miss him.
Wade and Teryl says
To Roy’s family….we were so saddened to hear of Roy’s passing. When I first moved to Forsyth and met Roy he would always call me Cheryl. Then one day he said “I’ve been calling you Cheryl all of this time and here your name is Carol”…and I said “well, Roy actually my name is Teryl” and he said ”I’ll never remember that so I will just call you Miss T.”…..And that he did! I always enjoyed visiting with Roy and will miss seeing him. Our thoughts and prayers to his family. Wade Cole and Teryl (Miss T) Tatro
Connie Brown says
Betty and family,
So sorry for the loss of your brother, I will miss seeing you together at the Speedway for lunch. You were a blessing for your brother in many ways, may you hold close the memories and love. God bless you as you adjust to your loss!
Joan Leinwand says
Sending my condolences to Bethy and To Roy’s other family members.
Penny Hart says
So sorry aunt Betty prayers and thoughts with you and your family
Love you
Randy and Penny Hart
Bob and Darlene Pestreich says
So sorry for you loss. Will miss Roy at the Speedway. Our thoughts are with the family.
Dwaine & Cathy Morris says
So very sorry to hear of Roy’s passing, we worked with him at Peabody and considered him a very good friend. He will be missed.
Becky Stanton says
I am so sorry to learn about Roy. When he worked at Peabody Coal, he would bring us ladies in the office beautiful peonies. There were so pretty and smelled wonderful. He was so thoughtful. My deepest sympathies.
Jim & Lavina Hall says
Sorry to hear of Roy’s passing, we’ll miss him coming into the Museum and visiting from time to time……
Jim & Lavina Hall says
……had lots of good times at the senior center too.
Donna Stanford says
I knew Roy for years. I remember the days when he and John worked and carpooled together. Roy would have done anything for anyone. He was a true friend and will be greatly missed. Betty you were so attentive and did a wonderful job taking care of Roy. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rebecca Heberle says
etty, MY prayers go thing you with the passing of Roy. You have & Had a tough row. May things get better. Becky Heberle
Bill and Rita FitzGerald says
What a great guy! BUT he always made the reservation to the motel when I had to work!??. I will miss his smile and wit. My prayers go out to all of Roy’s family. All my love, Betty!
Shirley and Swede Pfaffinger says
Roy was a good friend and a very good person, We remember the wonderful potatoes he raised down here in Mission Valley and how very good he was to his family. He always had a smile and a good word for people. We were lucky to have known him, We will miss him.
Terri L. Watson Coldwell says
I am sorry to hear about Roy’s passing. He was sure fun to listen to when he would tell stories about how the Watson’s would get their nicknames. He was a treasure.