Roy John Brandon

Roy was born in 1926 to Leslie Elmo and Alta Mae Brandon in Alvarado, Texas. He graduated Venus High School and immediately enlisted in the Merchant Marines. He sailed over the entire world and his experiences created stories to tell for the remainder of his lifetime. Once home, he attended college, began work, and met Virginia Elizabeth (Beth) Brandon. They married in November 1947 in Fort Worth, Texas.

Roy enlisted in the Navy in February 1952. He was stationed in Honolulu, Hawaii, where he and Beth spent two wonderful years. Upon his honorable discharge from the Navy, Roy returned stateside and began work at Gulf Oil Corporation in Fort Worth, Texas. He and Beth were blessed with three daughters. He was transferred as a Land Man to Ozona, Texas, followed by moves to Midland, Texas and Hobbs, New Mexico. He was then transferred to Houston, Texas to lead their Government Regulations Department. He was the liaison to Washington D.C. to ensure their compliance with the Department of Energy and the implications of the Windfall Profits Tax. He retired from Gulf Oil Corporation after 35 years in 1983.

Upon retirement, Roy and Beth returned “home” to Alvarado, Texas, where he built their beloved family home. One could always find him outside working in his garden or driving in his golf cart. He spent many hours and days with his grandchildren during their summers and holidays. These are memories his family cherish. Roy attended and held many positions of service at Alvarado Methodist Church. He also served on the Board of the Bethany Special Utility District.

He was preceded in death by his devoted wife of 74 years, Beth Brandon; his parents, Leslie Elmo and Alta Mae Brandon; two brothers and three sisters; and son-in-law, William Paul Ofield. He is survived by his loving daughters: Claudia Ofield, Rebecca Tabor (Guy), Diann Parry (Bob); six grandchildren: Brandon Ofield (Erica), Rachel Mais (Chad), Paul Tabor (Rosario), Katheryn Stults (Jacob), Brent Connett (Olivia), Lauren Carter (Ethan); and seven great grandchildren: Grace, Olivia, Elliott, Meyer, William, Lillian, and Bradley.

The Funeral Service will take place at 10:00 AM on Saturday, June 24, 2023 at Sparkman Hillcrest Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Cahill Methodist Cemetery, Alvarado, Texas.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Caruth Haven Court, in memory of Roy Brandon. 5585 Caruth Haven Lane, Dallas, Texas 75225. The family would like to thank the entire staff and caregivers who showed both Roy and Beth such loving kindness and dignity in their final years.