Paul Emile Roy

WINSLOW – Paul Emile Roy, 81, passed away unexpectedly on July 15, 2024, in Waterville. Born on August 9, 1942, in Saint-Georges-de-Beauce, Quebec, Canada, Paul moved to Waterville at the age of 12 and made the United States his home for the remainder of his life.

Paul’s professional life was marked by an incredible work ethic, meticulous attention to detail, and his belief that one’s word and integrity were as important as the work itself. He began his career at C.H. Vigue & Sons, In Winslow, as a lumberyard manager before honing his skills in sheet rocking and drywalling at Pepin Drywall, Inc. in Augusta. His entrepreneurial spirit found him venturing out on his own leading to the establishment of Kennebec Drywall, Inc., and later, New England Fireproofing. Even after retirement, Paul continued to lend his expertise to commercial construction projects as an estimator and consultant.

Paul was happiest when surrounded by his family and was so incredibly proud of his daughters and grandchildren. He was a man of many interests. He played hockey, softball and golf. His love of nature made fishing and hunting particularly enjoyable when they involved peaceful walks that allowed him to appreciate the surrounding beauty. Those who knew Paul knew they could count on his humor. His wit was characterized by impeccable timing, accompanied by a dry delivery spoken with his Canadian accent, and it will be missed tremendously. He cherished the annual vacations the family spent together at Kokatosi Campground and loved reminiscing about all those special memories.

He leaves behind his wife, Elaine Booth Roy; his daughters, Renee Roy-DePeter (Tom DePeter), Rachel Spenard (John Spenard), Michelle Roy, Nicole Roy, and Danielle Roy (Mark Michaud); and step-children Amanda Ovington and Joshua Mooers. Paul was a proud grandfather to Emilia DePeter, Christopher (Ashley) Spenard, Michelle (Anthony) Boudreau, Phineas Roy-Ollie, Chloe Tobin, Jake Tobin, Dylan Tobin, Jack Roy-Becker, George Roy-Becker, Katherine Roy-Becker, Holden and Dexter Ovington. Paul was thrilled this year at the birth of his first great-grandchild, Caden Spenard. He will be remembered by his sisters, Olivette Roy Gariepy and Denise Roy, and his former wife, Lucille Roy, with whom he maintained a lifelong friendship. Paul also leaves behind many beloved nieces and nephews. Paul’s friendships were so important to him and he had many. His two lifelong friends, Marc LeClair and Roland Daigle, meant so much to him. He also had a very special bond with Robert Pepin, who he loved like a son.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Emile Roy and Marie-Blanche Drouin Roy; siblings, Fleurette Roy Chouinard, Monique Roy, Angelo Roy, Marcel Roy Poulin, Michele Roy Dufault, and Remi Roy.

The family would like to extend a special thank you for the extraordinary support and care Paul received from the doctors and nurses at Thayer Hospital Emergency Department. Your kindness and empathy were so appreciated.
A gathering to honor and celebrate Paul’s life will be held at Veilleux Funeral Home in Waterville, ME, on August 10, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. A reception will follow at a location to be determined.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation, on Paul’s behalf, to one of his favorite charities:

Maine Health Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital at mainehealth.org or:

Good Shepard Food Bank at giving.gsfb.org.