Recycled Percussion frontman Justin Spencer said Roy changed his life and called him a "symbol of kindness in a world of chaos.â. He brought everyone in and cared for them and giving him the opportunity to perform 30-something shows before he passed is something I'll never forget,â Spencer said. She doesn’t know what the dates will be yet, but said there will be a private service for the family, as well as a public service for his fans. Small fell on Saturday evening at the home of his daughter, Karen Houle, where he resides. Roy was born on April 20, 1942, in Rocky Boy to Joseph and Marie (Alexander) Small. Keep it Clean. Roy Small, 78, doesn't speak much now, after suffering a severe stroke 27 years ago. “He was an amazing dad, he was my number one,” Karen Houle said on Friday. In a post announcing Small’s death to his fans, Spencer repeated that sentiment, and added that he felt that it was destined for the two of them to become friends. An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. Roy entered the US Air Force in 1962, and served until his honorable discharge in 1964, at which time he returned to home to attend college. Love you Roy.”. ↓ Click Below To Read Today's e-Edition! “I will continue to scroll through the endless videos, pictures and memories in my phone, sit in my car and cry, not just because I’ll miss my best friend but because you made me feel loved again, something I had been missing. He went out with a bang, I couldn’t have asked for anything better at that point.”, LACONIA — Roy Small, the Laconia performer whose career experienced a renaissance after joining Recycled Percussion, was recently dealt an opp…. He connected with the band when they opened their “Chaos and Kindness" … We know that Roy was single previously. Lakes Region man spent early career as Roy Orbison impersonator. Be Nice. Funeral services by Phaneuf Funeral Homes & Crematorium - Hanover Street. Sign up for daily emails with local updates and other important news. He recently gained fame as a member of the band Recycled Percussion, despite a series of strokes that cut short his career as a Roy Orbison tribute artist. They have also lived in Oxford, ME and Rochester, NH. Hearst Television participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on purchases made through our links to retailer sites. Browse Obituaries and Death Records in New Hampshire Select a city or town in New Hampshire from the alphabetized list below. “I could never thank them enough for the end of my dad’s life that he had. Roy Small spent his career as a Roy Orbison impersonator, but stopped performing after suffering several stokes. Roy Small Sr. 3/24/2020 12:00:00 AM Laconia,NH View Original Notice → Roy Small Sr. 3/24/2020 12:00:00 AM Laconia,NH Gordon D. King 2/11/2021 12:00:00 AM Laconia,NH (Adam Drapcho/The Laconia Daily Sun file photo) Roy Small, stroke survivor turned rock star, dies, Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. Get ready for Best of the Lakes Region 2021, Roy Small, of Recycled Percussion, suffers serious injuries, He's with the band – elderly man befriends Recycled Percussion leader, Recycled Percussion wins Emmy, plans 24-hour concert, Man arrested after two-month drug trafficking probe, Corrections superintendent expects influx of prisoners, Rowell’s Services owners buying historic landmark, Chad Brannon (aka Zander Smith) Returns to ‘General Hospital’ and We Have the First Look, School board candidate decries personal attacks, Welcome! MIKE: A LAKES REGION MAN WHO CAPTURED THE HEARTS OF GRANITE STATERS AFTER FORGING A FRIENDSHIP WITH THE BAND RECYCLED PERCUSSION HAS PASSED AWAY. RECYCLED PERCUSSION FRONTM JUSTIN SPENCER SAYS ROY CHANGED HIS LIFE AND CALLS HIM A SYMBOL OF KINDNESS IN A WORLD OF CHAOS. Small ignored the limit, and ate as much taffy as he wanted, day after day. Offer condolences/tributes, send flowers or create an online memorial for free. Viola A. Roy Viola A. Roy, 92, of Berlin, passed away at the Androscoggin Valley Hospital in Berlin on December 1, 2019. A native of Laconia, he spent his whole life as a resident of the Lakes Region. ©2021, Hearst Television Inc. on behalf of WMUR-TV. Roy Small, stroke survivor turned rock star, dies Roy Small, left, shown with his daughter, Karen Houle, died on March 24 at age 78. 33 Arrested In Nashua Granite Shield Crime Sweep - Nashua, NH - Nashua police arrested 33 people in a crime sweep this week; 26 were charged with drug crimes. Small had been out shopping with his bandmates on Saturday, Feb. 22, and was back at home and walking up to his bedroom when he lost his balance and fell backward. He brought everyone in and cared for them and giving him the opportunity to perform 30-something shows before he passed is something I'll never forget,â Spencer said.Tuesday was Recycled Percussion's 25th anniversary as a band. Alfred was a car and motorcycle enthusiast. Cremation Society of New Hampshire 172 King St. , Boscawen (603) 796-2528 Find a Funeral Home My Custom Alerts. each comment to let us know of abusive posts. He was born in Lowell, MA on March 15, 1943, a son of Alfred, Sr. and Corinne (Morin) Roy. Edit . View phone numbers, addresses, public records, background check reports and possible arrest records for Roy Small in Belmont, NH. HAMPTON — Glenn M. Small, 57, of Hampton, formerly of Portsmouth, died Saturday, Sept. 24, 2011. Obituary, funeral and service information for Roy B. Oyori from Manchester, New Hampshire. LACONIA — Roy Small, the musician whose career was resurrected when he was befriended, and was then invited to join, the band Recycled Percussion, has died, according to his daughter. Be Proactive. Small, 78, died on March 24, about a month after sustaining serious injuries after a fall he suffered at home on Feb. 22. Obituaries from Roy Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Claremont, New Hampshire. Roy Small, 48, Bismarck, died Dec. 23, 2010, in a motor vehicle accident. Now includes Court & Cops on Mondays! They made him part of the band and he performed all over the state with them. I know how much of a void he fills in my life. HE CONNECTED WITH THE BAND WHE THEY OPENED THEIR CHAOS AND KINDNESS STORE IN LACONIA. Please accept Echovita’s sincere condolences. ROY SMALL SPENT HIS CAREER AS A ROY ORBISON IMPERSONATOR BUT STOPPED PERFORMING AFTER SUFFERING SEVERAL STOKES. Share with Us. “I realized that he’s done more for me than I’ve done for him, because he’s made me feel that, at the end of the day, I know how much I love this man. I’ve done so many things wrong in my life that it makes me feel like an imperfect role model. We are sad to announce that on January 28, 2021 we had to say goodbye to Roy Ramsdell Jr. of Twin Mountain, New Hampshire. Family and friends can light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. (Adam Drapcho/The Laconia Daily Sun file photo). But I know that the true me is a giver, the true me genuinely loves to help people and I genuinely love to give this man something,” Spencer said. Though he had no idea of Small’s past at the time, it was apparent that, despite all the things that the strokes took from him, they left behind his charm and his infectious smile. Whitepages people search … Select this result to view Roy J Small Jr's phone number, address, and more. Recycled Percussion frontman Justin Spencer said Roy changed his life and called him a "symbol of kindness in a world of chaos.ââThe most amazing part of Roy for me is his lack of judgment he brought to everyone. Publications Obituary - Roy Small Roy Small, 78, passed away Saturday, January 16, 2021, at Peace Hospice in Great Falls surrounded by his family. Spencer took Small shopping, for rides in his sports cars, even replaced his prized guitars, which had been stolen years ago. Kenneth served in the United States Navy … âThe most amazing part of Roy for me is his lack of judgment he brought to everyone. Roy is related to Kaylie T Small and Tasha Anne Botelho as well as 2 additional people. Small’s life was anything but ordinary. Don't Threaten. Don't knowingly lie about anyone HE BROUGHT EVERYONE IN AND CARED FOR THEM AND GIVING HIM. They made him part of the band and he performed all over the state with them. He attended Manchester Community College for HVAC training and, while working in the field, continued his … Browse the most recent New Hampshire obituaries and condolences. A Lakes Region man who captured the hearts of Granite Staters after forging a friendship with the band Recycled Percussion has passed away. Alfred J. Roy Jr., 74, of Londonderry, NH, passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2017, in his home. He attended Pembroke Academy High School and served in the US Navy from 1951-1955. Success! Cremation Society of New Hampshire 243 Hanover Street, Manchester (800) 493-8001 Phaneuf Funeral Homes & Crematorium - Hanover Street 243 Hanover Street, Manchester (603) 625-5777 Phaneuf Funeral Homes & Crematorium - Coolidge Ave. 250 Coolidge Ave, Manchester (603) 625-5777 Roy Small, friend of NH-based Recycled Percussion, has died, PARTIAL SUN RETURNS ON TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY. You have permission to edit this article. You have done more for me Roy then I ever did for you, for that I thank you. He enjoyed collecting cars and watching anything car related. Roy Small spent his career as a Roy Orbison impersonator, but stopped performing after suffering several stokes. The store was opened to represent the brand developed by Recycled Percussion, had a bin of candy, with a sign inviting visitors to help themselves to a single piece. Use the 'Report' link on Roy's last home was located in Laconia, NH. But he wasn't always so soft-spoken. He suffered serious injuries, including 10 broken ribs. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. She was born in Berlin on April 1, 1927 the daughter of the late Dominic and Nicolina (Dalphonse) Torro, and was a lifelong resident. Be Truthful. Threats of harming another ROCHESTER - Kenneth Roy, 89, of Rochester died Tuesday, November 19, 2019, at Frisbie Memorial Hospital. Small’s life took another twist in the late summer of 2019, when the first Chaos and Kindness store opened on Union Avenue, just a few blocks from his house. Here is Roy Ramsdell Jr.’s obituary. The second best result is Roy J Small Jr age 50s in Rollinsford, NH. A long hospital stay followed, and it looked like Small would recover. Speaking at one of the shows, Spencer told the crowd that living a rock star’s life can leave one jaded, that fame can make relationships feel distorted, or even artificial. I hope your Performing someplace tonight wherever you are. He was raised in Rocky Boy, and graduated from Flandreau High School as valedictorian. racist or sexually-oriented language. that is degrading to another person. Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 29, at Church of St. Over the next few months, Spencer and Small became close friends, and when Recycled Percussion performed in nearly 30 shows for their “Holiday Tour” at the end of 2019 and beginning of 2020, Spencer brought out Small to bring down the house with a rendition of Orbison’s signature hit, “You Got It.”. He connected with the band when they opened their âChaos and Kindness" store in Laconia. Roy Small, 78, passed away on Saturday, January 16, 2021, at Peace Hospice in Great Falls surrounded by his family. He spent the rest of his life living at his daughter’s home in Lakeport. Please share your reason for participating in The Digital Public Square 1.0, The Digital Public Square and a bill to ban the propagation of "divisive ideas" in schools, Scott Kipreotis: A reading recommendation about the 2020 shadow campaign, Andi Stephan: Impeachment trial made a mockery of justice system, George Chudolij: Maybe Abraham Lincoln was wrong to save the union, Alison James: The real reasons Democrats pushed for another impeachment. When Spencer confronted Small, though, he was immediately taken with him. The strokes took away, for the most part, his ability to communicate verbally. Mary Roy passed away 2020-03-10 in Salem, NH. Tuesday was Recycled Percussion's 25th anniversary as a band. Have obituaries you care about delivered directly to your email. Born in Suncook on July 25, 1933, he was the son of Sylva and Yvonne (St. Onge) Roy. Celebrate and remember the lives we have lost in New Hampshire. A Lakes Region man who captured the hearts of Granite Staters after forging a friendship with the band Recycled Percussion has passed away.>> Download the FREE WMUR appRoy Small spent his career as a Roy Orbison impersonator, but stopped performing after suffering several stokes.He connected with the band when they opened their âChaos and Kindness" store in Laconia. We have lots of information about Roy: religious views were listed as Christian, ethnicity was Caucasian, and political affiliation was a registered Democrat. His career was cut short, though, on Dec. 8, 1992, when he suffered the first of several strokes. Would you like to receive a link to the Laconia Daily Sun online eEdition and preview the top stories? There was an error processing your request. Error! person will not be tolerated. November 12, 1960 - July 20, 2020, Roy D. Merrill passed away on July 20, 2020 in Epsom, New Hampshire. Small, however, related to him without pretense. THEY MADE HIM PART OF THE BAND, AND HE PERFORMED ALL OVER THE STATE WITH THEM. When employees mentioned the situation to Justin Spencer, founding member of Recycled Percussion, he said he would come down and deal with the situation. Wake services will begin at 100 p.m. on Sunday, January 17, 2021, and will continue until his funeral service, which will be at 1000 a.m. on Tuesday, January 19, 2021, Kenneth's Obituary . He was born Nov. 4, 1953, in Portsmouth, a son of Leona (Merrill) Small … Ronald L. Roy, 87, of Manchester, died January 7th, 2021 at the Elliot Hospital after a period of declining health. Find your ancestry info and recent death notices for relatives and friends. or anything. Explore Life Stories, Offer Condolences & Send Flowers. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, Everyone says WE changed his life but I know the truth, he changed OURS,” Spencer wrote on Facebook. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism He recently gained fame as a member of the band Recycled Percussion, despite a series of strokes that cut short his career as a Roy Orbison tribute artist. Through our advanced obituary search , you may search our database of obituaries by name, location, date of death and keywords. Roy Small, left, shown with his daughter, Karen Houle, died on March 24 at age 78.