RICHIBUCTO, NB – It is with heavy hearts that the family of Norman Roy, 84, of Richibucto, announce his passing on Monday, June 15, 2026, at the Stella Maris Hospital. Born in Minto, he was the son of the late Leo Roy and the late Mary (Maillet) Roy.
Norman was a hardworking man who dedicated his life to his family. He worked in Waltham, Mass. where he met his wife of 61 years. They later moved back to Canada to raise their family. He worked mostly construction work and later started his own company of video pipe inspection.
Beyond his work life, Norman loved Nascar races along with a nice cold brew, gardening, reading, his daily crossword puzzles and spending time with his family and friends. He also enjoyed going to the woods and chopping firewood for the winter. He had a passion for antique/vintage cars and attending car shows. For many years, Norman and his wife Celine enjoyed annual road trips to Maine as well as travel to Florida during winter months.
Norman leaves to mourn his beloved wife of 61 years, Celine Roy of Richibucto; his daughters, Monique Vautour (Maurice) of Aldouane and Charline Vautour (Keith) of Rexton; his son, Danny Roy (Mona) of Galloway; his brothers, Ronnie Roy (Starr) of Fredericton, Raymond Roy (Lena) of Lorette, Manitoba, Steve Roy of Connecticut; five grandchildren, Philippe, Marc-André, Julie, Sophia, Nicholas; four great-grandchildren, Bo, Riggs, Emmy, Malex and one more on the way; as well as his extended family, nieces, nephews, and friends.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the nurses at the Stella Maris Hospital, and to Dr. Patrice Landry, Dr. Stephane Collette, and Dr. Pierre Leblanc, for their kindness, compassion, and the exceptional care they provided Norman.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 21, 2026, from 7:00 – 9:00 PM at Thompson’s Funeral Home in Richibucto. Visitation will continue on Monday, June 22, 2026, from 9:00 AM until time of service. A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, June 22, 2026, at 10:30 AM at the St. Louis-de-Gonzague Roman Catholic Church in Richibucto. A luncheon will be held following the Mass at the Aldouane Community Centre.
Arrangements are in the professional care of Thompson’s Funeral Home in Richibucto, NB (506-523-4252).