Roy Lacey, Sr.
Posted on Jul 4, 2012 | 4 comments
Roy J. Lacey, Sr., 86, longtime resident of Pocatello passed away Wednesday, July 4, 2012 at Portneuf Medical Center.
He was born October 16, 1925 in Little Rock, Arkansas, the third child of Lee Wesley and Jewel Lacey. He attended schools in Little Rock, joining the Navy during World War II and serving in the South Pacific as an electrician.
After his discharge from the service Roy moved to Pocatello where he met and married Esperenza (Espie) Hernandez on February 14, 1947. He was a member of the Catholic Church.
Roy worked for Union Pacific Railroad from 1946 to 1989 as a brakeman/conductor and was a lifetime member of the UTU and UP Old Timers. After his retirement, Roy’s work ethic would not let him be idle, so he began a new career of developing properties.
Roy is survived by his wife Esperenza (Espie), children Roy (Renee), Jerry (Harriet), Kathleen, Darris (Dawn) and Mathew as well as numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
The celebration of his life will be held at Colonial Funeral Home at 11:00 AM, Monday, July 9, 2012 and the family will receive friends 6-8PM on Sunday July 8, 2012 at Colonial Funeral Home, 2005 S. 4th Ave. Pocatello, Idaho.
In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations to Holy Spirit School, Pocatello, the Veterans Long Term Facility, Pocatello, or a charity of your choice.
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To the Lacey family,
I’m so sorry for your loss.
Love and prayers are sent your way by Sandra
I worked with Roy on the Railroad, and lived in Lacey acres. My condolences to the Lacey family. Roy was always interesting to talk to. He was a pleasure to work with. With Roy’s ability to adapt the good Lord has already put him in charge of something.
We are so sorry to read of your father’s passing away, Roy. Please know that you are in our daily thoughts and prayers. Pat and Jack Stone
To Renee and Roy,
Ed and I were gone on vacation and just got back and heard about Roy’s dad. We were so sorry to read the notice in the paper. Though we didn’t know Roy’s dad, we do know how hard it is to lose a parent at any time. It brings back many tender memories of when Sue’s mom and dad and Ed’s dad passed away. It is a difficult and an emotional time. Please know that we are thinking about you and your whole family. You are in our thoughts and prayers, We know you will get strength from being with your family and so many good people who love and care about you. May God bless you all with great peace and comfort. Love, Ed and Sue