Philip M. Roy

Philip Michael Roy of Southfield passed away on Friday August 4, 2023 at the age of 77. Phil was born on November 2, 1945 in Shenandoah, PA. He was the son of Joseph Philip (J.P.) and Rosalie (Rose) Ann Roy. Phil was raised in Royal Oak, MI and graduated from Shrine High School in 1963. Phil went on to attend the University of Detroit and Lawrence Tech. He married Barbara Ann Bambrough at La Salette church in Berkley, MI on June 27, 1970, and they shared 53 wonderful years together raising four beautiful children. Phil's entrepreneurial career started at the age of 22 as he bought and expanded Edwards Moving Co. He went on to join his dad at J.P. Roy and Associates where he built a successful independent insurance agency. His lifelong passion was baseball and softball, and in 1982 he opened Grand Slam Baseball Training Center in Royal Oak, MI. Phil loved coaching and mentoring numerous players and teams throughout the years, including 25 years as the pitching coach at Birmingham Groves High School. Phil's true passion in life was spending time with his wife and family. In 1997, Phil and Barb made an investment in their family's future by purchasing a vacation home in Bellaire, MI. Throughout the years, they expanded the property to accommodate their growing family - including his 12 grandchildren - where they created cherished memories for years to come. Phil's dream of being a farmer came true in 2015 when he built "Phil's Farm" which has more toys than crops. Phil loved golfing, boating, traveling and tinkering. He was able to touch countless lives through his many friendships and connections. "Mr. Wonderful" never forgot a name and was always quick to tell a good story. Phil's memory will be ever-cherished by his loving wife, Barb; best buddy Murphy; children Amy (Gabe) Brown, Joe (Lori) Roy, Natalie (Mike) Sherman, Kristen (Jesse) Blake; grandchildren, Nathan, Jackson, Alex, Sydney, William, Hayden, Payton, Hudson, Jacey, Lyla, Kinley and Brycen; sister, Laurie Anne (Marty) Hess. Additionally, he leaves behind a legacy of love through his nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. He now reunites with his parents, J.P. and Rose, his mother and father-in-law, Ginny and Bob, and his nephews Jeremy Page and Steve Wedlake. Visitation will take place on Friday, August 11th from 12-5 pm at Wm. Sullivan and Son Funeral Home, 705 W. Eleven Mile Rd. Royal Oak, MI. At 5 pm a memorial service will be held immediately after. The family will host a celebration of life following the service. Memorial contributions may be made to Salvation Army, Royal Oak Citadel. Donations in Honor of Phil Roy: https://give.salvationarmyusa.org/give/164006/#!/donation/checkout

Philip M. Roy

November 2, 1945 - August 4, 2023