Roy Davis Vellinga
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Roy Davis Vellinga

  • May 25, 1948 - April 1, 2011
  • Payson, Utah
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“I met Roy as a friend of Melissa's while attending Weber State. I vividly remember what a great familiy and remember Roy as a very kind man. ...Read More » ”
1 of 26 | Posted by: Mike Norton - Syracuse, UT

“So sorry to see that one of the wonderful Vellingas have passed away. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love to all of you, "the other" Karen ”
2 of 26 | Posted by: Kren Williams Thorne - Orem, UT

“To the family of Roy Davis Vellinga, Connie and I had the wonderful opportunity of raising our family in the same ward as the Vellinga family in the...Read More » ”
3 of 26 | Posted by: Glade & Connie Price - Ogden, UT

“I enjoyed working with Roy for 10 years at kinateder and assoc. there we philosophised, argued, and laughed through the hard times. I will always...Read More » ”
4 of 26 | Posted by: Aaron Yorgason - Orem, UT - Buddy

“It was my honor to know Roy and be involved in his cancer treatments. Roy was always kind and optimistic. He never expressed discouragement or...Read More » ”
5 of 26 | Posted by: Joan Collett - Provo, UT

“I'm not going to be able to make it to the viewing, but I wanted to let your family know that you have been in my thoughts. Roy is one of my favorite...Read More » ”
6 of 26 | Posted by: Breanna Fawcett

“Dear Linda, Melissa, Bryce, Anthony, Tricia, Renae, Christa and family, We are so sorry for the loss of your husband, father and grandfather....Read More » ”
7 of 26 | Posted by: Lynn & Sandy Vellinga - GA

“Hello Sister Vellinga & family, We only knew Bishop Vellinga and you, Linda, since we moved into the ward in the Fall of 2007. We enjoyed his being...Read More » ”
8 of 26 | Posted by: Alex Robert - Payson, UT - friend

“My heart goes out to you Linda. I have watched both you and Roy from a distance this past 4 years and have been amazed at your great spirits and...Read More » ”
9 of 26 | Posted by: Erma Severson - Payson, UT

“Our family was very saddened to hear of Roy's passing. He was an amazing person and I have never met a scout leader who had such a positive...Read More » ”
10 of 26 | Posted by: Brad Wightman - Holladay, UT

“Dear Vellinga Family, How sorry I am to hear of Roy's passing. He is someone I have looked up to for--well my whole life. He is gentle, kind and I...Read More » ”
11 of 26 | Posted by: Judy Ewer Bremser - Syracuse, UT

“I had the wonderful privilege of being a Scout under Roy's guidance. My heartfelt condolences to the family, he was a great man and I am very proud...Read More » ”
12 of 26 | Posted by: Patrick Wightman - Ann Arbor, MI

“I wanted to send my sympathy to Roy's family. I have fond memories of our years together as friend and the association I had with Roy and his family...Read More » ”
13 of 26 | Posted by: Curtis Galvez - Ogden, UT

“Well that is good/bad to hear aboutRoy going on to his next estate. He has suffered long, provided endless service to everyone, he has touched my...Read More » ”
14 of 26 | Posted by: Elder Hayden Barker - Pierre, SD

“When I think of Roy, I remember a warm sensitive person who was, fair, thoughtful, fun, and a good friend! Roy was alway there for Sunday night kick...Read More » ”
15 of 26 | Posted by: Karen Galvez Wight - layton, UT

“To the Roy Vellinga Family, You are all very lucky to have Roy as a husband and father. I knew your father well, he never talked negativaly about...Read More » ”
16 of 26 | Posted by: Ross Vellinga - Kaysville , UT

“I'm so very Sorry for your loss, and that I did not get the chance to meet Roy. I'm sure it would have been wonderfull to know him. We all need to...Read More » ”
17 of 26 | Posted by: Perry King - Arvada, CO - Cousin

“I have fond memories of my days as a youth in the Ogden 44th Ward. Roy was a part of those memories. I am sure he will be missed by all who know him. ”
18 of 26 | Posted by: Celeste Price Taylor - Orem, UT

“Roy was a cute boy. My sister Karleen, says she taught him in primary and used to walk her home. So sorry to hear about his passing. ”
19 of 26 | Posted by: Dean Hadlock - Ogden, UT

“Dear Linda, Melissa, Bryce,Tony,Tricia,Renae,and Christa, I offer my deepest love and support for you all at this time of grief and sorrow. I cannot...Read More » ”
20 of 26 | Posted by: Jack Perine - Draper, UT - Friend

“Dear Vellinga Family, What a great man your husband and father was and is! Our hearts are full as we read about his life and we are so grateful to...Read More » ”
21 of 26 | Posted by: Hariella Crouch - Payson, UT

“Linda and family, We are so sorry for your loss, and pray for you at this difficult time in your lives. We are so blessed to have known Roy and to...Read More » ”
22 of 26 | Posted by: Jo and Shelly Goodall & family - UT

“You will be greatly missed. I love and miss you. My prayers are with your amazing family. ”
23 of 26 | Posted by: Anndrea Perry - friend/neighbor

“Dear Linda and family. You can add mentor, to Roy's list his was such a wonderful person, wilf and I loved him dearly. I remember his art work, and...Read More » ”
24 of 26 | Posted by: marie brewer - delta, CO - friend

“Maybe not an appropriate memory to write here, but it's the one that stands out in my mind, because it is funny and so typical of Roy and Richard. ...Read More » ”
25 of 26 | Posted by: Guenn Adare - Papaaloa, HI

“the end of an era --- Linda, I did not remember that your wedding anniversary was the exact same date one year later of Richard's and mine --- those...Read More » ”
26 of 26 | Posted by: Guenn Adare - HI


Roy Davis Vellinga, 62, husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away Friday, April 1, 2011 after a four year battle with cancer.

He was born May 25, 1948 in Ogden, Utah to Clarence and Arlene Vellinga. He married his sweetheart, Linda Joy Boyer, on December 14, 1974 in the Ogden temple. They settled in Payson where together they raised six children, who are their greatest joy.

Roy lived an active life. He loved gardening, being outdoors, digging dirt, camping, fishing, tying flies, playing guitar, singing, splitting wood, family gatherings, snowmobiling, and trips to his cabin. He was a friend to everyone he came in contact with and made all feel loved. He was self-motivated and always ready to try new things.

Roy had a gift for seeing beauty in the world around him, which he portrayed through his artwork and music.

Roy was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He served in numerous church positions including a mission in the East Central States, scouting, bishopric counselor, scouting, Bishop and more scouting!

He worked as an architectural illustrator for 30 years. He was an accomplished artist whose works have been seen in art galleries throughout the west.

He is survived by his wife, Linda, six children: Melissa (Chris) Hine, Bryce (Amy) Vellinga, Anthony (Leesa) Vellinga, Renae (Nathan) Staheli, Trisha (Steve) Robertson, Christa (Jack) Phillips, 14 grandchildren, six brothers and four sisters: Clarence, Clifford, Joyce, Lynn, Mike, Karen, Bruce, Janette, Mary, and Ross. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Richard and John.

A viewing will be held Tuesday, April 5 from 6-8 p.m. at the Walker Mortuary, 587 South 100 West, Payson. Funeral Service will be Wednesday, April 6 at 11:00 a.m., with a viewing 1-hour prior, at the Payson Stake Center, 650 West 800 South.