A funeral will be held Saturday, May 31, 2025 for 85-year-old Roy T. Macklin of Sainte Genevieve, Mo. eho passed away May 26, 2025.
He was born October 8, 1939 a son to Coy Jasper Macklin and Sarah Louise (Farlow) Macklin who both preceded him in death.
He is survived by a son: Ricky Macklin, a son, David E. (Connie) Macklin, a daughter, Lisa (Scooter) Johnson, a sister, Alice (Kenny) Hicks, a brother, Martin Finnly (Elaine) Macklin, a sister, Norma (Roger) Sullivan, a brother, Larry (Carol) Macklin, grandchildren: Josh Johnson, Brittani Johnson, Emily Johnson, Kyle Macklin, Anthony Macklin, David Gerstenschlager, Jennifer Michel; great-grandchildren: Chance Peery, Destiny Borgmann, Klay Gerstenschlager, and numerous great-great-grandchildren.
He was also preceded in death by his wife: Betty L. (Gibson) Macklin; a son, Toney R. Macklin; and a great-grandson: Gaige Peery.
Roy worked at Truck Transport for several years.
He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.
Roy was married to his wife Betty for 63 years.
He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Visitation will be 9-11 a.m. Saturday, May 31, 2025 at the Basler Funeral Home in Sainte Genevieve.
A funeral for 85-year-old Roy T. Macklin of Sainte Genevieve will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 31, 2025 at the Basler Funeral Home.
Burial will be at Crestlawn Cemetery in Sainte Genevieve, Mo.
Memorials may be made to your charity of choice.
Online condolences can be left at www.baslerfuneralhome.com