Roy Patrick West

Roy Patrick West Jr., age 59, passed away Sunday, February 18, 2024 at his home in Butte following a six-month battle with a cancerous Glioblastoma Multiform brain tumor. He passed peacefully with Cindy holding his hand. Roy was born in Detroit, Michigan Monday, May 7, 1964 to Roy Patrick Sr. and Donzie (Hampton) West. They lived in Florida in his younger years and later relocated to Washington State, residing in North Bend and Cusik. Roy was proud to have served his country in the United States Navy for four years. This allowed him to experience different cultures, and travel around the world four times. Following his honorable discharge, he worked for the US Coast Guard and then was a tank driver for the National Guard until he reentered civilian life in 1988. Thirty three years ago, Roy found the love of his life Cindy Bone, a Butte girl, and they married on June 14, 1997. He adored Cindy and her two children so much that he adopted them before their marriage in order to ensure that they all shared his last name. Professionally, Roy’s career was diverse and distinguished. Working several area businesses, Roy loved his co-workers and customers. He was an amazing salesman at C J Discount Electronics, Sears, and Vann’s. He worked security for Security Armor Express, also a buyer for Butte Produce. Roy found his career of 18 years at Harrington Bottling Company. Harrington’s then was offered him a manager position with Golden West Enterprises. Roy’s work ethic and versatility made him well known and liked in the community. He was a valued employee, colleague, and friend to many. Roy's interests reflected his enthusiasm for life and never-ending curiosity. He liked a variety of activities and interests, including fiberglass boat restoration of his many classic Glasspar boats, fishing, camping, gun collection, riding motorcycles, and archery. Roy was an avid reader, very well read, with a passion for ancient history, and fiction. Roy loved many different types of music and had a funky dance style. He loved to barbecue and was an excellent cook! He had a great appreciation for all comedy. His sense of humor and laughter were unlike any other. Roy enjoyed many outdoor adventures with his best friend, Russ Beardslee. Roy is survived by his wife, Cindy, his children Katie and Cody of Butte. Son Stephen (Stephanie) West of Perth, Australia. Grandchildren, Theoden, Declan and Blake West. Also surviving are his mother Donzie (John) Anderson of Arcadia, Florida. Mother-in-law, Ann Bone of Butte, sister Shelly (Randy) Beasley of Sarasota, Florida, sisters-in-laws Shelly Schwartz, Amy (Tim) Lynch and brother-in-law Kevin(Linda) Bone. Also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He’s preceded in death by his father, Roy P. West Sr. and father-in-law, Norman Bone Jr. Roy’s passing leaves an indelible mark on the hearts of his family and friends. He will always be remembered for his amazing smile, his generosity, wisdom, support to others and the laughter that he brought into the world. A very special thanks to the staff at Senior Solutions, and the exceptional one-on-one care given to both Roy and family by Robin Baker. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in Roy’s memory to the Glioblastoma Foundation at glioblastomafoundation.org.

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Roy Patrick West

May 7, 1964 - February 18, 2024