Roy Dean Harmon, born on January 12, 1945, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025, at the age of 80.

On June1, 1964, Roy married the love of his life, Zona Jo Patton. Together, they built a beautiful family and shared a life filled with love and dedication. 

Roy was the proud father of two children, Joe and Pamela, and his family continued to grow with the addition of grandchildren and great-grandchildren who became the center of his world. 

Roy devoted 26 years to teaching and coaching, leaving an indelible mark on countless students and athletes. 

His passion for coaching extended beyond the classroom as he guided his granddaughters in basketball and softball and coached little league football. 

Coaching was not just a profession for Roy; it was a calling that brought him immense joy and fulfillment. 

Roy’s legacy is one of unwavering love for his family and an enduring commitment to shaping young lives through sports. His memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew him and were inspired by his dedication. May his memory bring comfort to all who loved him.

Roy is survived by his loving wife, Zona of Collinsville; son, Joe Harmon; daughter, Pamela Harmon-Ressmann and husband, Kirk; grandchildren, Jessica and Ross Howard, Janice and Chris Brinlee, and Jon and Emily Howard, great-grandchildren, Adalynn, Brooklynn and Ada, brother, Herman Harmon and wife, Kathy; sister, Sue Gilmore; sister, Sandy Leason; sister, Trisha Gavin and husband, Ray; brother, Mark Harmon and wife, Lisa; and sister, Janet Harmon, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Woodrow Harmon, mother, Dorothy Hokett Piper, sister, Linda Harmon and brother, Mike Harmon.

A Celebration of Life was held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 25, 2025 at First Baptist Church of Collinsville, officiated by Rev. Tar Henderson. A time of visitation for family and friends was held one hour prior to the service at the church. 
Cremation arrangements were under the direction of Meador Funeral Home of Whitesboro 

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