Roy Wesley Thomas John
We are sad to announce the passing of Roy Wesley Thomas John on January 11, 2026 at the age of 83 after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s.
Roy was born in Edmonton on May 26, 1942 to Mary and William John. He was a machinist/millwright and worked for Epcor for many years.
Retirement brought travels in Europe, Australia and New Zealand. He liked volunteering at the local elementary school and the Edmonton Power Historical Society, keeping fit and gardening. He loved celebrations and socializing with family and friends. He will be sadly missed by his wife and family.
We wish to thank the Alzheimer’s Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories for their support and the Benevolence Care Centre for their kindness and compassion to Roy and his family
To dear Linda and John family,
Perry and I send our sincerest condolences and fond memories of many happy moments shared together with you and Roy.
He was a truly special person admired and appreciated by many. We miss his cheerful personality and are grateful for time we spent with you.
Thank you for those kind words. Roy certainly had a great personality. He is missed.
Do sorry to hear of Roy’s passing. I enjoyed my time working with Roy at EPCOR. He was quite the character. Condolences to his family.
Thank you so much.
To dear Linda John and family. Sorry to hear of Roy passing. We are hoping you are all doing well. Roy and I spent many happy times through work and after retirement. Please call sometime. From Val and Shirley Shillinglaw.
Thank you so much. Will call.
Roy was the glue that held the 90st gang together for at least 75 years.Some of them pre- deceased Roy and some of us carry on.Friends to the very end .Always in touch, mostly thanks to Roy who was at the center of us all.We will never forget what this man brought to the table.His struggle with Alzheimers was the most unfair thing for a man of his stature and the most unfair thing to his loving wife,children and grandchildren.May the good Lord bless them all.
Thank you so much. Roy certainly liked gathering people around and keeping in touch with his friends.
We are deeply sorry for the loss of Roy. Our thoughts are with you Linda and family as you move forward.
Unfortunately a few years have passed since Roy was able to join our seniors group at Tim Hortons once a month but I will always remember our lively and interesting discussions over a cup of coffee.
Roy was genuinely a man of integrity with many talents.
Thank you so much.
Linda, my heart is heavy for you as you go through another change. We will always remember Roy as a good fun loving man. Our love to you and the kids.
Thank you very much.
I was so saddened to hear the sad news of Roy John’s passing. I had the pleasure and privilege of working with Roy at the Rossdale Power Plant.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. My thoughts are with Mrs. John and family.
Thank you for your kind words.
So sorry, Linda to hear of Roy’s passing. I enjoyed working and chatting with Roy at the Clover Bar Power Plant and when volunteering at the EPHF museum. My thoughts and sincere condolences go out to you and family.
Thank you for your kind words
Although time marches on for all of us, it was still a sobering experience hearing news of Roy’s passing. It brought on an avalanche of memories. I had the distinct pleasure of working with Roy at the Cloverbar generating station. Roy’s impact on all of us was unforgettable both professionally and personally. I offer my deepest condolences to you and your family.
Thank you so much for your kind words
It was very sad to hear that Roy passed away – he was such a wonderful person – will be remember and was so very nice to work with hum
Thank you so much for your kindness and friendship. It is really appreciated.
I’m so sorry to hear about Roy’s passing. We spent many years working together at Edmonton Power. He was always a very good friend. Thinking of your family family at this time. My sincere condolences.
Thank you so much
Linda
I worked with Roy at the power plants in Edmonton and had many enjoyable times with him in our years of retirement. He is sadly missed. Our deepest sympathy goes out to his wife Linda and family.
Sincerely,
Steve Schmidt and Barb Funk
You are both great friends. Thank you so much.
Linda
So sorry to hear of the passing of Roy John. I would like to express my deepest condolences to his family. I have had the pleasure of working with Roy while he was at the Rossdale Power Generating Station – it was always a pleasure to deal with him while at work. He worked diligently and always had time to make a friendly comment or gesture to ease the tension of the work day. He was always willing to accommodate any urgent work request that might arise . He was a kind and caring person a great friend. Those of us who had the privilege to know him will miss him dearly.
May his soul rest in peace!
Thank you so much for your kind words. Roy will be missed.
Linda
Carol and I were sorry to hear that Roy had passed. We certainly had a few chuckles over the years with you both at the EPCO parties and how about those curling bonspiel’s! Good times. I was fortunate enough to have worked with Roy John at Rossdale and Cloverbar for many years. He always had a BIG smile happening and always ready to crack a joke or two. The Back 40 get togethers after work on the occasional Friday @ Cloverbar was his time to shine, he knew he had our complete attention and had us all laughing and enjoying our time up on the hill. Bye bye Roy John and keep that BIG smile happening..
Carol and I were sorry to hear that Roy had passed. We certainly had a few chuckles over the years with you both at the EPCOR parties and how about those curling bonspiel’s! Good times. I was fortunate enough to have worked with Roy at Rossdale and Cloverbar for many years. He always had a BIG smile happening and always ready to crack a joke or two. The Back 40 get togethers after work on the occasional Friday @ Cloverbar was his time to shine, he knew he had our complete attention and had us all laughing and enjoying our time up on the hill. Our condolences to you Linda and your family.
We did indeed have fun over the years. Thank you for reminding me of those times.
Linda
I was saddened to learn of Roy’s passing. My condolences to Linda and the family. Roy was an excellent machinist and an even better person. It was a pleasure working with Roy and enjoying the occasional game of curling. Roy will be missed….
Rest in peace Roy