Message from Phillip Smith, MTCS(SS), USN rET.

Sorry to hear of Roy passing. He was the TI officer I worked for at NOTU. We worked numerous submarines together including British FBMs. He and June were good friends of my family. He gave our family a tour of the Tirante while we were visiting Key West.

Message from Steve Bridge

Fair winds and following seas, Brother. We have the watch now. Thank you for setting the bar so high.

Message from Rick Ellenberger - Chaplin American Legion Post 163

Fair winds and following seas Lt. With grateful hearts for your service to country, family, and American Legion.

Expression of Sympathy

A GARDEN PATH was ordered on August 14, 2017

A candle was lit by Brian McDonnell on August 5, 2017 6:43 PM

A candle was lit by Michele Rosenquist on July 24, 2017 8:52 PM

Message from Jim Tabscott

R.I.P My brother. I've a true blessing in my life and that was meeting you. God bless my friend. My sincere condolences to the family of this amazing man!

Message from Beverly Ator

It is the end of an era. All of Mama and Papa Ator's "boys" are gone I met Roy when Joe took me to the farm for the first time to meet his parents. Roy was young and the only child left at home He has led a long and productive life and will be missed, My condolences to Richard, Ronald, Robin and your families.

A candle was lit by Melanie Ator on July 22, 2017 2:28 AM

A candle was lit by Greg Ator on July 21, 2017 12:26 PM

Expression of Sympathy

A TRADITION AND SPLENDOR was sent on July 21, 2017

In memory of our uncle Roy, Timothy, Gregory, and Melanie Ator.

A candle was lit by Timothy Ator and family on July 21, 2017 11:51 AM

Message from Roger "Ramjet" Burleigh

Robin,

Please accept my sincere condolences. I will always fondly remember your Dad, especially for the Sea Stories he and I shared over the years.

Sailor, Rest Your Oars.

A candle was lit by Randy Ator on July 20, 2017 9:20 AM

A candle was lit by Richard L. Kennedy, Grand QM, TX on July 19, 2017 8:59 PM

A candle was lit by Frederick H. Cumings USNretired on July 19, 2017 10:55 AM

A candle was lit by Timothy J. " snorkle " McCorkle. on July 19, 2017 8:25 AM

A candle was lit by April McCommas and family on July 19, 2017 7:23 AM

A candle was lit by Laurie and Glenn Gollmer on July 18, 2017 7:15 PM

Message from Wisconsin

Sailor Rest Your Oar. We have the watch.

Bob Dobbe
MT-1 SS

A candle was lit by WMPICKERING FTG2(SS) Fair Winds..... on July 18, 2017 3:39 PM

A candle was lit by Frank Patrick MM2(SS) USS Whale(SSN 638) on July 18, 2017 2:42 PM

A candle was lit by Martin Strickland on July 18, 2017 2:31 PM

Message from Jack Miller II

I only knew Roy from Facebook, but we had several wonderful conversations over the years. He was an FTG and I was and FTG. He was on submarines and I was on submarines. Great loss for myself and many, my sympathy goes to his family. I will pray for him and his family and friends.

Message from Con Shuck, MSgt. USMC Retired

My sincere condolences to Robin and the family of Lt. Ator. He served his country well.

A candle was lit by Con Shuck on July 18, 2017 1:43 PM

A candle was lit by Ed Eccles - Fair Seas, God Bless. on July 18, 2017 12:04 PM

Message from Laura Fisher

I'm so sorry got your loss praying God's peace and comfort for you and your family
Laura Fisher

A candle was lit by Laura Fisher on July 18, 2017 11:24 AM

A candle was lit by Bob and Julia Pannell on July 18, 2017 11:04 AM

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Dear Robin and Family,

It is never easy to let a Mom or Dad go....it is never easy no matter the words...The
one thing that is easy is to know that Roy will be with his beloved wife in Heaven.
He was truly one of my heroes...and his name will be forever remembered in our
Memorial Lane as a true hero.... while serving and as a retired veteran. Our prayers will be for comfort and peace...for the joy of good memories...and the assurance that he has fought the good fight....run the good race...and now has
captured the golden ring.... Blessings on each of you......Bob and Julia Pannell

A candle was lit by Julia Pannell on July 18, 2017 11:01 AM

Message from Bob Farris IC1 (SS)

We are saddened for your loss.
Rest your oars Sir, we have the watch.

Message from Leslie & Clyde Gray

Thank you for your service sir.

We are so sorry for the loss of your father. What an amazing life he lived! The memories you have of him must be wonderful.

We love you both dearly,
Clyde and Leslie Gray

Message from Charl Roberson

This just stuns and saddens me. He sent me birthday wishes on the 14th!! Robin, I know you are hurting and I pray the Lord eases your pain, as you know your Mom and Dad are together once again.

Message from Australia

Fair winds and a following sea Roy!

Sailor rest your oar?

Alison and Peter O'Donohue

Message from Mike Eacho

All of us up in Baltimore will miss Roy. He has been such a good friend to us. We enjoyed so much spending time with him over the years. God bless you, Roy and may God look over your family and help them through this difficult time.

A candle was lit by Mike Eacho on July 18, 2017 6:01 AM

A candle was lit by Sharil and family on July 17, 2017 8:49 PM

Message from Sharil Turner (Sarah Followill Turner's daughter)

I am saddened at his loss and sending all my love to your grieving family. My grandmother's little brother, my mother's uncle. God Bless you all.

A candle was lit by Melissa Landrum on July 17, 2017 8:16 PM

A candle was lit by Ted Spencer on July 17, 2017 6:51 PM

Message from Ted Spencer

My condolences to Robin and other members of family of Lt. Ator. Please accept my deepest sympathies. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family in this time of loss and I hope peace, strength and comfort surround you as you walk through this trying time.

In his time on this earth, Roy obviously touch the lives of many. Maya Angelo said it his way, and I would believe it's appropriate as it pertains to Roy's life. “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

So, as Roy breaks through the barrier of this earth and enter into his life everlasting, may he rest in peace in the arms of the Almighty.

Message from Karen Wells

Robin and Family, What a wonderful father, grandfather and great grandfather Roy was. I will remember him with that big smile and happy disposition forever. I can call him my friend forever. I shall miss that wonderful man forever. Love and Hugs from me to all of you.

A candle was lit by Rocky on July 17, 2017 5:37 PM