Roy Fights of Guntersville, AL 92, passed away on August 7, 2024. Roy was born on January 8, 1932, in Liberty, KY. He was preceded in death by his parents Roy and Nettie, four sisters and one brother. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis of 72 years and two sons David and Mark (Carol). Along with sister Peggy Simpson and two grandchildren.
He was drafted into the Korean War which enabled him to go to college on the GI Bill where he earned his Electrical Engineering Degree from the University of Kentucky. Much of his career at Redstone Arsenal was spent designing weapon systems for the US Army Missile Command. His proudest work achievement came with his involvement in the development of the Patriot Missile System as well as the Extended Air Defense Test Bed. Upon retiring from Redstone Arsenal, he worked for DESE Research, Inc. until his final retirement at the lake.
He was an avid pool player and competed in multiple leagues around the area. When he wasn’t playing pool, he could be found tinkering in his garage working on various mechanical projects.
He attended Sweet Home Baptist Church and opened his home to several neighborhood Bible Studies. One of his favorite verses was Psalm 18:19 “he brought me out into a spacious place; He rescued me because he is delighted in me.”
Carr Funeral Home will be handling the arrangements.
In Lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of your choice.
