Roy Allan Fairchild

Roy Allen Fairchild, 68, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 26, 2018, at his home in Grand Forks. Roy was born August 16, 1949 in San Antonio, TX, the son of Charles & Lillian (Uecker) Fairchild.  He graduated from Holmes High School in San Antonio, TX.   He obtained an Associate’s degree from St. Phillip’s College in San Antonio. He joined the US Air Force where he lived in various locations and was schooled in Electronics. In the service he met Debra Clifton and they were united in marriage on Oct. 18, 1980 at their home in New Mexico. Roy worked for Simplot, RDO, and most recently American Crystal Sugar in Hillsboro. He enjoyed spending time with family & friends, BBQing, camping, golfing, working on old cars and tinkering with any electrical item. He also loved watching Jason play baseball and hockey throughout the years. Roy is survived by his wife of 37 years, Debra; son, Jason (Tonya Olson) Fairchild of Grand Forks; daughter, Michelle (Aaron) Anderson of Grand Forks; brother, Jimmy (Katy) Fairchild of Texas; grandchildren, Alexia Anderson and Breanna Anderson and several brother & sister-in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Mark. Memorial Services will take place at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, February 2, 2018 at Amundson Funeral Home 2975 S. 42nd St. Grand Forks, ND, with visitation one hour prior to the service.