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Roy Yoshikawa Estrada
Roy Yoshikawa Estrada, 75, of Hayden, AZ, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2017, at his home with his family by his side.
Roy was born on May 14, 1942, in Hayden, AZ, to Joe and Mary Estrada. He was a loving, giving, gentle and caring man. He would spark conversations and make friends everywhere he went. He was loved by all who had the pleasure of meeting him. Roy especially enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing, gardening and spending time at outdoor gatherings with his family and friends. He loved reading his western books and watching his western shows during his free time, and was an avid U of A Wildcats and Hayden Lobos fan. Every year he looked forward to going on hunting trips with his sons and grandsons.
Roy graduated from Hayden High School in 1962. He later received a diploma in 1964 from Lamson Business College as an Accountant, and finally in 1966 he earned his certificate from Phoenix Union Vocational College, where he would then work as a machinist and maintenance mechanic at ASARCO for 35 years, eventually retiring in June 2011. Roy was also a member of the Copper Basin Lions Club for many years. He was president for two years and enjoyed organizing fundraisers with other Lions Club members.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Mary Estrada, and grandson, Ryan Estrada.
Roy is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Virginia (Gonzales) Estrada; daughter, Linda (Mario) Mariscal; and sons, Roy Jr., and Mark (Kimberly) Estrada. He leaves behind two older brothers, Raul (Gloria) and Randy (Rose) Estrada; and younger sister, Bettina (Philip) Grajeda. Roy was blessed with 12 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, all of whom were the apples of his eye; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Roy will be dearly missed.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 17, 2017, at St. Joesph’s Parish in Hayden. Viewing is at 9 a.m., Rosary at 9:30 a.m. and Mass at 10 a.m.
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