With great sadness we announce that Paul passed away peacefully in Ottawa on September 18, 2023 at the age of 87. Loving husband of Michaeleen (Mickey) for 66 years. Proud father of Patrick, Lise (Patrick), Andre and Paul (Michael) and grandfather of Ryan.
Paul was born and raised in St. Georges QC, the son of Eugene Roy and Juliette Loubier. He enlisted in the RCAF in 1953 and after completing basic military and officer training, he was selected for training as a navigator. He trained in Winnipeg MB and Summerside PEI and upon graduation in January 1956 he joined 405 Squadron in Greenwood NS. In 1961 Paul was posted to Summerside as an instructor followed by postings to Quebec City, St-Hubert QC, and a return to Greenwood NS. In 1972/73 he attended the RCAF Command and Staff College in Toronto and was then posted to the language school in St. Jean QC. He was particularly proud of his appointment as Commanding Officer of 405 Squadron from 1976-1978. This was followed by a transfer to Staff College in Toronto as a member of the directing staff. In 1982 he joined No. 3 Squadron, NATO Airborne Early Warning Component in Geilenkirchen Germany. He retired from the RCAF in 1988 and joined the Department of External Affairs, retiring in 1998. During his ten years at External Affairs (now Global Affairs) Paul travelled to Canadian diplomatic missions in 70 different countries.
Paul was interested in sports and played hockey on most bases he served and old timers hockey into his fifties. He enjoyed skiing and he and Mickey were keen golfers, both were long time members of the Hylands golf course in Ottawa. They particularly enjoyed playing in Florida during the winter. Paul was a member of Council 14337 of the Knights of Columbus.
Family and friends are invited to Beechwood Cemetery (280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa) on Tuesday, October 3 for a visitation from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the Funeral Service in the Chapel at 10:00 a.m. Reception to follow.
The Roy family welcomes donations to be made in Lieutenant-Colonel Henri Paul Roy’s name to the Royal Canadian Legion or the Shepherds of Good Hope, Ottawa ON.
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Chantale D'ambrosio
Sonia D’Ambrosio
Chris and I would like to extend our condolences. Paul and Mickey have both been long term family friends. When our family was going through a personal crisis they both were wonderful .. We will never forget your kindness and support. Our deepest sympathies for your loss.
Sending our love to the family ❤️
Sonia and Chris Beregszaszy
Cousin Jean (Burns) & Marcel Poulin
We were deeply saddened to hear of Henri-Paul's passing. Not only was he the oldest Roy cousin but a real gentleman & role model. We never saw Henri-Paul without a beautiful smile on his face. On behalf of the entire Burns family we send our thoughts & prayers to Mickey and her family.
Karen McGregor
Roy families
Sincere condolences on the passing of Paul,
May Pauls fond memories continue to brighten the days ahead and he will always be in your 💕 hearts
Claudette MAYER
DID WORKED NEAR HIM ON 2ND FLOOR IN PERSONNEL SECURITY OFFICE AT FOREIGN AFFAIRS(GLOBAL AFFAIRS)BETWEEN YEARS 1973 TO FEBRUARY 1993 .
Marie Yelle
Paul and I both held the position of Regional Security Managers for different areas of the world, in the Security Division of Global (Foreign) Affairs. Paul was, first and foremost, a gentleman. It was a pleasure and privilege to work with him. May he rest in peace.
Cousin Francine (Bureau) & Claude Bedard
Ouf deepest condoléances to all the family.
COUSIN FRANCINE(BUREAU) & CLAUDE BÉDARD
HENRI PAUL ALWAYS BEEN THE PRIDE OF THE FAMILY AND HIS SOUVENIR WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO ALL THE FAMILY
Luis Aguila and Jamie Thompson
Our sincere condolences to you and your family on your father’s passing.
Wayne Kendall
Sorry to hear of Paul's passing, my condolence to Mickey and family. Paul and i were stationed at the NATO Airborne Early Warning Component in Geilenkirchen, Germany and then we both served together at External Affairs, now Global Affairs Canada. RIP my friend
My deepest condolences to the all the family.
Love always Chantale