Roy H. DeFisher, age 79, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on March 11, 2018, surrounded by his loving family. Roy was born November 8, 1938, in Rochester, New York. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother and sister.
Roy came to California on Thanksgiving Day in 1957 and was stationed at Oxnard Air Force Base. He wore various occupational hats throughout his life. Many were connected to the hydraulic, mechanical, and fabricating fields. His favorite job by far was his last one in which he started a brand new business, B&R (Brian and Roy) Fabrication with his son Brian at the age of 62.
There were many hobbies that kept Roy busy. He enjoyed scroll-sawing, hunting, traveling in the motorhome, supporting his grandchildren in their many activities, eating with family and friends, spending time in the vacation home in South Dakota, restoring his model T, and helping anybody with any need. He also enjoyed becoming an active part of his church after accepting Christ as his savior in 2010.
One of his greatest passions in life was being a part of Little League Baseball. Roy never played or had been around the sport until his son, Brian, was in the farm division at Montalvo Little League in 1977. What started as a volunteer manager position evolved into other positions such as player agent, president, grounds keeper and chief umpire. Being an umpire was by far his favorite Little League accomplishment. His umpire career highlights included: Western Regionals (1986- San Bernardino), Junior League World Series (1988- Taylor, MI), World Series (1995- Ft. Lauderdale, FL), Senior League Canadian Nationals (1997- Alberta, Canada), and his proudest moment, World Series (1992- Williamsport, PA).
He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Patricia; daughter, Dawn (Michael) Damianos; son, Brian (Shannon) DeFisher; grandchildren, Shelbee and Zoe Damianos, Timothy and Cori DeFisher. He leaves behind sister-in-law, Mary DeFisher; nephew, Stan (Jenny) DeFisher and their son Alex. He was also blessed with several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service is scheduled for Thursday, March 22, 2018, 2:00 pm, at First Assembly of God Church, 346 N. Kimball Road, Ventura, CA, with a reception immediately following.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions for Little League may be made to: District 63 c/o Susan Lindahl, 4848 Colt St. #14, Ventura, CA 93003.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Ted Mayr Funeral Home, 3150 Loma Vista Road, Ventura, CA 93003. Condolences may be sent to TedMayrFuneralHome.com.
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