Roy Martinez Gamboa, 81, passed away August 1, 2024 at PRMC. He was born on July 2, 1943 in Tempe, Arizona to Miguel and Maria (Martinez) Gamboa. Roy married Ruth (Brady) Gamboa May 25, 1979 in Mesa, Arizona. They were married for 45 years.
Roy attended Tempe High School. He worked as an automotive parts manager. He was formerly a member of the Arizona Hot Air Balloon Club. He enjoyed playing golf, bowling, softball, basketball and dancing. He loved dogs, especially golden retrievers.
He is survived by his wife, Ruth Gamboa; children, Lorie (Carl) Thackeray, Rebecca Maez, Danny (Tina) Gamboa, Chris Gamboa, Wade, and Gwendalyn; siblings, Danny, Mike and Adeline.
Roy is preceded in death by his parents, Miguel and Maria; son, Roy Gamboa, Jr.; siblings, Ralph "Ticos", Connie, Margo, Mary, and Frances "Chickey" .
Cremation has taken place and a Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at Lerado Cemetery, Lerado, Kansas with John Hamm presiding.
Memorials may be made to Pratt Area Humane Society in care of Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Rd. Pratt, Kansas.
Online condolences may be made at www.larrisonmortuary.com.