Donald Ray Royal's obituary , Passed away on May 19, 2026 in Traphill, North Carolina

Donald Ray Royal

October 25, 1934 - May 19, 2026 (91 years old)

Traphill, North Carolina

Donald Ray Royal's obituary , Passed away on May 19, 2026 in Traphill, North Carolina

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Donald Ray Royal

October 25, 1934 - May 19, 2026 (91 years old)

Traphill, North Carolina

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Donald Ray Royal Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Donald Ray Royal of Traphill, North Carolina, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Donald left this world on May 19, 2026 at the age of 91, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Donald Ray Royal to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Sherman Royal and Mabel Smith Royal; and his children, Danny Royal and Terry Lynn Royal. He is survived by: his wife Birda Louise Royal; his children, Ray Vance Royal (Kimberly) of North Wilkesboro and Freda Stryker (Erick) of Virginia; his grandchildren, Jessica Hope Dorton, Melanie Gertz and Jeffrey Martin; and his great grandchildren, Hayden Alexander, Noah Triplett, Will Triplett, Ryan Martin, Madison Gertz and Ashley Gertz.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Johnson Funeral Home



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615 W Main St, Elkin, NC 28621

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