M. Roy Oake, 85, died Saturday, January 14, 2017, at his home surrounded by his loving family and under the care of Hospice Savannah.
Roy was born in Brooklyn, NY, served in the 82nd Airbourne during the Korean War, worked as an Attorney in Piscataway, NJ for 40+ years and retired in Savannah , GA in 1999 to play bridge and golf.
Surviving are his wife of 59 years Barbara; 5 children, Bill (Linda), Michael, Roy (Kelly), Susan (Joseph) and Laura (Michael); 7 grandchildren Brittney, Michael Jr., Cassandra, Raegan, Erica, Tyler and Gage; and his brother Norman (Joy).
Memorial service Saturday, January 28, 2017, 10:00 am at St James Catholic Church in Savannah with a reception immediately following at Marshwood Club on Skidaway Island. In lieu of flowers, condolences can be sent to 1 Blue Darter Lane, Savannah, GA 31411.
The family would like to thank the staff of Hospice Savannah for their care.
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Paula Timpanaro - Muller
My thoughts are with you during this bittersweet time.
Angela DeMarzo
My sincere condolences to you Mrs.Oake and Iam so sorry for your loss of the love of your life …(Also to the whole Oake family)Mr. Oake was a great man and wonderful Father,Grandfather and Father-in-Law to my sister Kelly. My thoughts and Prayers go out to you all. I don’t need to say but I will anyway, anything any of you need ,PLEASE do not hisitate to call on the DeMarzo family . We will always be there for you all and are so greatful to be a part of your family!!!! ??
Roy Oake
I will miss you dad, but I know you will be with me always. And with that knowledge, I’m ready to stand strong and share the gifts that you have shared with me.
Henry B. Ossi
Bill and Family,
My condolences! God Bless!
joseph ephraim
Dear Barbara, Susan, Laura, Bill, Roy, Michael and family,
It was with heartfelt sadness I learned your dear husband and father had passed on.
Our thoughts are with you at your time of sorrow and our prayers will continue to be offered for Roy as well as your entire family.
May God bless you all and lift you up at this time.
Our love to you all,
JoAnne and Nick Ephraim
JACK KOZUBAL
ROY
I can still hear and see you saying NEVER BETTER, we all had fun galore at Shawnee on the Delaware, those were days I’ll never forget, Billy and his friends against you and me, we were always on top as you are now.
You Friend and long ago Golf Partner
JACK
Charles Comeau and family
Our heart felt sorrow for the passing of your family member.I had the pleasure of meeting him once and found a friend for life.
Donna & Wayne
Bill, we are very sorry for the loss of your father. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Wishing you peace to bring comfort and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
Ronald Filler
Bill — Thinking of you and your family at this very sad and difficult time. You are all in my prayers and thoughts.
Ron
Susan Schneider
Barbara and family, we are saddened to hear of Roy’s passing! Our thoughts and prayers are with you ,
Susan and Kevin Schneider
Bobbi Pitzner
It is with a heavy heart that we must say goodbye to you. I know you will be watching over your lovely family from heaven above, especially your sweet Barbara. Rest In Peace my friend.
Milca and Dennis
Dear Barbara and Family,
Our deepest sympathy to you all. You’re in our prayers and hearts during this difficult time. May God’s peace be with you.
Love, Milca and Dennis
Ted Light
Barbara and Family:
Sorry to hear of your loss, Roy was always Respected by our Piscataway
Families. Our prayers are with you.
Ted Light, former Mayor
Dick and Rosalie Reina and Family
Dear Barbara and Family,
We are very saddened to hear of your loss. We had a great friendship for over 40 years in Piscataway. Wonderful memories of golf trips down south and week-end at Seaview CC. Roy was a loyal friend to us and our family, and was loved by all who new him. He will be greatly missed.