Teleforo “Roy” Tubajon

August 10, 2020

Teleforo “Roy” Tubajon passed away peacefully on August 10th, 2020, at the age of 79. Preceded in death by his wife, Gloria, he remained the loving father of Gina and Rob, Grandfather of Noa, Father-in-law to Scott, and companion to Teresa.

His adventurous spirit and multiple tours as a Merchant Marine, with American and Norwegian shipping companies during the 1960s, led him to North America, and later Vancouver, Canada. In Vancouver, he met Gloria, abandoned his sea-faring ways, and started a family. Roy was tireless in nature, especially when a task aided his family or a close friend, and his uncanny ability to fix or fabricate just about anything, made him the ultimate handyman.

Roy worked for the Hudson’s Bay Company for 32 years. He worked hard, but he knew how to have fun, and you would often find Roy out on the water in his boat, fishing and crabbing for hours, providing us, and those closest to him, with an endless supply of fresh seafood. And if Roy wasn’t fishing, he was probably dancing, as he and Gloria both became proficient ballroom dancers.

One thing we will cherish the most about Roy was his generosity to his family, his friends, and to those who were new to Canada, often guiding other immigrants and lending his support. We will miss his beaming smile, and his corny jokes, and we will always be thankful for his tireless efforts to improve the lives of his family and friends.

You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence for the family.

Messages of Condolence

Rest in peace Mang Roy, u will be missed! Thank u for laughs, jokes and sharing your salmons and crabs whenever u going fishing. Meeting u at Hbc is everyday fun.. u are like a second father to me and sherryl at work.. nonstop kuwento from ur youngers years.. u finally meet tita Glo up there

- Emmy Capati

In behalf of our family here in the Philippines, we would like to thank you and your family for making and accepting our Tita Teresa as part of your family there in Canada. We know that she will sorely miss you and your company. May your soul rest in the peace in the bosom of our Heavenly Father. Sending our prayers for you and for your family.

- Ethyl Haro

Tatay Roy we know you are now in the great hands of our creator. My family thank you so much for accepting us and stay in your humble home for a short period of time during our vacation there. Eventhough its just a short stay we cherished the memories we shared together. The laughter and jokes, the guidance that you impart to us like we are your own children. We also thank you for providing a shelter to our auntie Teresa. You will not be forgotten and will have a part in our heart. We thank you so much Tatay Roy...

- Christian Haro

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