PAPA ROY RHEA 1907 – 2009

This weekend Kevin’s Papa Roy passed away at his home in Potts Camp, MS (just outside of Holly Springs).

This from Kevin-

Papa Roy Velt Rhea – October 8, 1907 – April 25, 2009

The greatest person of my whole entire life has passed away at 101 years 6 months.  While it should be expected, it was sudden news.  Papa Roy Rhea had his mind and knowledge all the way through the end.  He could remember things from his childhood and last week.  His humor was always rich and quick, and you could never, ever get a joke over on him (although I did just once)!

This is going to be the worst and hardest days of my life which I have to deal with the next few days, but it is just part of what you have to deal with in life.

Prayers and good thoughts sent my way will be certainly helpful.

I put a bit of a tribute up on www.muleythemule.com last night, and likely more information will go online soon.  Check that out for a nice couple words about the last day.  While this kills my heart and soul, it is a good way for Papa Roy’s story to end–going to sleep on the front porch of his little house that he loved so much.

Thanks,
Kev

www.muleythemule.com

"Love ya, Papa!"

Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.

Lin