Roy William Robbins

He was born Sept. 8, 1941, in Dunkirk, N.Y., the son of the late William C. and Susanna Horlacher Robbins.

Roy was a 1959 graduate of Mayville Central School. He then proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy from 1960-62 and served in the Naval Reserves until 1988. After his honorable discharge he earned a Bachelors Arts degree from Fredonia State University as well as several associates degrees. He then worked as a plant maintenancee Electrician for Cummins Inc, in Lakewood, N.Y., where he retired from.

He was a member of the Celoron American Legion Herman Kent Post 777, a former member of the Loyal Order of the Moose in Celoron, and a former member of the Jamestown War Vets.

Roy enjoyed genealogy research, recording music, playing his accordion, rooting for his beloved Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres, was an avid chess player and was a lifelong hero having recently donated his 79th pint of blood to the American Red Cross. His biggest joy was being a family man and spending time with his loved ones.

Roy is survived by his loving companion of 28 years, Sheryl Marsh, a son; Dennis (Becky) Robbins of Jamestown, N.Y.; a daughter, Lori (Lanre) Robbins of Columbus, Ind.; a daughter in law; Julie Robbins of Newton, N.J.; a stepson; Ron (Rae) Seeley Jr. of Jamestown, N.Y.; six grandsons: James, Craig, Chad (Geysanni), Greg, Michael Robbins and Jacob Stansbury; one great-granddaughter, Blaise Robbins; one sister, Sharon (David) Fryer of Portland, N.Y.; one niece, Robin (Ron) Rafan of Brocton; and two great-nieces: Heather (Nick) Eckstrom and Gabrielle Rafan.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son; retired Lt. Col. Jason Robbins; a sister; Margie Robbins; and an aunt, Elizabeth Horlacher.

A celebration of life will be held at the Celoron American Legion Herman Kent Post 777 from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 3, 2022 (26 Jackson St, Jamestown, NY 14701). A memorial graveside service with military honors will be held in the spring or summer at the convenience of the family and will be announced.

Memorial donations can be made to the Chautauqua County Humane Society (2825 Strunk Road, Jamestown, NY 14701) or the American Red Cross (325 E. Fourth St, Jamestown, NY 14701).

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