William Royce Deaton Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate William Royce Deaton of Gainesville, Georgia, whose life came to an end on August 4, 2025 at the age of 86, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of William Royce Deaton to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, William Ralph Deaton (Bertha Sargent Deaton) and Royce; and his son Michael Todd Deaton. He is survived by: his wife Ann Deaton; his son Randy Deaton; his grandchildren, Ashley Miller (Jeff), Ryan Deaton, Andrew Deaton and Nicholaus Deaton; and his sisters, Conchita (Bill Black), Juanita (Jerry Davis) and Rita Bridges. He is also survived by nine great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that memorial contributions please be made to Hospice of Northeast Georgia or Flat Creek Baptist Church Community Center Fund in memory of Royce.
