Tom McRoy Obituary
We announce the death of Tom McRoy (Canton, Ohio), who passed away on November 10, 2026, at the age of 81. Tom will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Tom will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Tom will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Tom’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: parents: Pauline Davis Holsey and Elliot McRoy; wife: Josephine Freeman McRoy; children: Angela S. Pierce, Janet McRoy, Lanaiah Newt Johns, and Thomas (Spank) McRoy; grandchildren: Tovah "Little Lady" McRoy, Mercedes "Big Thirt" McRoy, Saizya "Sue" White, Teresa Jones, Tamikay Gaskins, Chrishon "Romie" White, and Se'Jon "The General" McRoy; great-grandchildren: Jamal "Fat-Fat" Brown, Savion "Springer" Dorsey Radcliffe, Khailand White, Xavier White, Elijah Martin, Alexander O'Neal, Amiyah Martin, Kayla O'Neal, JaZae "Blackie" Brown, Mi'lana "Molasses" Gibbs, and Ayvah "Lil Sandy" McRoy; siblings: Eddie Hosley, Paul Hosley, Jackie Chatman, Gloryann Hudson, Charlene Dudley, Kenneth Davis, and Gregory Keith Holsey; sisters-in-law: Susie Randal, Joyce Clipper, and Deborah Roberson; brothers-in-law: Johnny Robinson and Isaiah Randle; close friend: Linda Bethany; and a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, extended family members, and dear friends.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 18th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the RFH Cntn - Chapel (705 Raff Rd SW, Canton, OH 44710). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, November 18th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the same location.
