Roy ABBEY

ABBEY Roy Passed away peacefully on 7th May 2026, aged 89. Beloved husband of Linda, loving father to Paul, devoted stepfather to Zoe and David, and adoring Opa. He is preceded in death by his treasured wife, Jean, and much-loved daughter, Karen. Roy was a dedicated and respected music teacher whose passion inspired generations of students throughout his career. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Roy's funeral service to be held at St Mary Magdalene Church, Keyworth on Thursday 11th June at 2:00pm, followed by the burial at Wysall Lane Burial Ground, Keyworth. Family flowers only please, but charitable donations for Macmillan Cancer Support and Nottingham Music Service which may be sent care of Albert Oliver & Sons 45 Easthorpe Street Ruddington NG11 6LB 0115 921 1075 www.lymn.co.uk

Charity details

Nottingham Music Service

Registered Number 1153716

http://www.nottinghammusichub.org.uk

Macmillan (Macmillan Cancer Support)

Registered Number 261017

http://www.macmillan.org.uk

Messages of condolence

Condolences to all the family at this difficult time. I have been fortunate to know Roy my whole life and was very privileged to have him play the organ at my wedding to Sarah in September 1989.

Mr Nicholas Clarke

Roy, it was a great pleasure to have known you. Condolences to all the family.

Mr Steve Birch