Roy D. Thimas, 73, of New Bedford, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 3, 2023. He was the former husband of the late Anne Francis (Costa) Thimas.
Born in New Bedford, son of the late Domingo and Irena (Silvia) Thimas, he lived in New Bedford most of his life.
Roy was a member at local VFW's, and enjoyed listening to music, watching NASCAR and cooking. He served in the United States Marine Corps.
Roy worked at the Quincy Shipyard as a grinder, and later for the city of New Bedford, driving the van for the Dept. Of Veterans Services.
Survivors include his children, Shawn Michael Thimas, Christopher Roy Thimas, and Delphina Anne Thimas, all of New Bedford, and Lynn Meleady of Florida; and six grandchildren.
He is predeceased by his brother Antone "Butch" Ramos.
Roy will be buried at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne on Thursday, March 2, 2023 at 11:15 AM. All are invited to meet directly at the cemetery.
There will be a celebration of life later in the day from 4:00-7:00pm at the VFW at 144 Cross Roads in North Dartmouth. All are welcome to attend.