Minister Roy L. Farmer

Roy Lee Farmer died on September 5, 2017 at Sentara Careplex in Hampton, VA. Born July 9, 1945, Roy Lee Farmer affectionately known to the family and friends as “Bill” was the eldest son of the late Elijah and Sudie Farmer. Raised in Wilson, NC. “Bill” was a graduate of the Charles H. Darden High School, Class of 1965. After graduation, Bill went on to earn his Welding Certification from Wilson County Technical Institute. He would later marry the former Diana Robinson and to that union they were blessed with one son Gregory A. Farmer, who lost his battle with leukemia at a young age and Diana, transitioned in July 2016. Bill spent most of his adult life in Hampton, VA. In August 1966 he started his career with Northrop Grumman Newport News Shipbuilding where he dedicated 40 years of exemplary service as an XI8 Welder. For the past 30 years, Minister Roy Farmer was also an active and faithful member of New Life Church. Over the years he served on numerous ministries and in many capacities. It was well known that his greatest passion was for the Youth Ministry. He also enjoyed singing with the ensemble group formerly called “People” and would serve on the Bereavement Ministry until he fell ill. Roy was an avid bowler, he was a friend to many and his presence, smile and spirit would fill the heart of anyone he encountered. “Uncle Bill” was preceded in death by his parents, wife, son, and brother Thomas E. Farmer, Sr. Cherished memories shall remain with his nieces Stephanie M. Minor (Charles), Felicia R. Bradford-el (Kevin), his nephew Thomas E. Farmer, Jr. (Manika), his great-nieces and nephews Tiana Farmer, Jalen Farmer, Tiffany Minor, Tykera Farmer, Taikia Farmer, Taneya Minor, Telicia Farmer, Jalijah Farmer, and Justin Minor. His great-great nephews Malachi Tucker and Morgan Tucker who was born on the same day Uncle Bill passed. Cherished memories also remain with his former sister-in-law Anita Parks Wright, cousins Millernise “Bay-Bay” Rogers, Diana Barnes, Betty Edmonston and Oristine “Tine” Savage along with his godchildren Lakesha Pollard, Krystal & Brandon Mise, the New Life Church, and a host of other family and friends.

Minister Roy L. Farmer

July 9, 1945 - September 5, 2017