Roy Norton Wilcox, Jr., Age: 86
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Jun 30, 1932---Dec 11, 2018

Roy Norton Wilcox, Jr., 86, of Olathe, KS, passed away peacefully with his wife and family by his side on Tuesday, December 11, 2018.  Roy was born June 30, 1932 in Kansas City, KS to Roy and Mary Wilcox.  He attended Ward High School where he met and married his high school sweetheart Mary "Pauline" Porting.  He was blessed with celebrating their 65th wedding anniversary this last Valentine's day.  Roy worked as a photo engraver for the Kansas City Star for 35 years when he retired in 1995.  Roy enjoyed watching just about any football game, especially the Chiefs and looked foward to Wednesday afternoons when his buddies came over to play pool. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Pauline, daughters Royce (Mel) Smith, Elaina (Sheff) Olinger, sons Greg (Danielle) Wilcox, Chris Wilcox, his sisters Elaine Heck, Joyce (Dave) Dehaemers, brother Harvey (Sue) Wilcox, seven grandchildren, Halston (Abel) Reyna, Lauren (Christopher) Grubbs, Audrey (Tyler) Harrell, Logan Smith, Mackenzie Smith, Aimee (Jason) Studna, Jake Wilcox, great grandchildren Nate Reyna, Brianna Studna, Alison Studna, Megan Studna, Zachary Studna, 20 nieces and nephews, their spouses and countless friends.  He was preceeded in death by his brother-in-law, Bob Heck.

Rosary will be 4:45 PM, Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at Porter Funeral Home, 8535 Monrovia Street, Lenexa, KS with visitation from 5-7:00 PM.  Funeral Mass will be 10:00 AM Thursday, December 20, 2018 at Ascension Catholic Church, 9510 West 127th Street, Overland Park, KS 66213.  Burial following at Resurrection Cemetery, 83rd and Quivira, Lenexa, KS.  


Condolences

Glenda and John Grafton Dec 16, 2018

Friends ,Overland Park ,Kansas

Dearest Wilcox families, We are saddened to hear the passing of Roy this morning. We know you have many memories to treasure and hope this will give you some peace in your hearts. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you today and always. Hugs, Glenda "Gus" and John Grafton

RICHARD & NERISSA COLEMAN Dec 16, 2018

Midway Auto Customers ,LEES SUMMIT ,Missouri

To The Wilcox Family: We would like to offer you our condolences. We are truly sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. While we did not personally know Mr. Wilcox, we are acquainted with three of his creations in this life, his daughter Royce, his son Greg and his grandson Jake. So, through them he has touched our lives, our family's lives and I'm sure countless lives all over. The body may be gone but, his life will continue to inspire for countless generations to come, through those he has left behind, May all of your faith's keep you strong and guide you along your individual journeys.

Tommy Fagan Dec 16, 2018

Laina, I’ve heard a lot of nice things about your Dad over the years. I’m sure he’ll be missed terribly. I’m also sure he’s totally at peace.

Judy Heeter Dec 17, 2018

Friend ,OVERLAND PARK ,Kansas

Pauline and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Roy's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Judy

Karen Lutz Baumann Dec 17, 2018

friend and former neighbor ,Ballwin ,Missouri

My sympathies go out to the entire Wilcox family. I have such great memories of Roy growing up as do I of the whole family both in Kansas City and at the Lake. Now Roy and Tom can catch up on watching football games together! God bless your family at this time.

Bonnie Hanson Dec 18, 2018

My sympathy to the Wilcox family. May happy memories sustain you.

Services

Event:
Rosary
Location:
Porter Funeral Home
Address:
8535 Monrovia
City:
Lenexa
State:
Kansas
Zip Code:
66215
Date:
Dec 19, 2018
Time:
4:45 PM
Additional Information:

Visitation will follow from 5-7:00 PM 
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Event:
Funeral Mass
Location:
Church of the Ascension
Address:
9510 W. 127th St.
City:
Overland Park
State:
Kansas
Zip Code:
66213
Date:
Dec 20, 2018
Time:
10:00 AM
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