Birth date: Jan 13, 1942 Death date: Jan 19, 2007
Rev. Father Roy J. Geenen, age 65, Waupaca, formerly of Menasha, passed away suddenly on Friday, January 19th, 2007. Father Geenen was born in Kenosha, Wisconsin, on January 13, 1942, the son of the late Ray Edward and Lucina (Van Read Obituary
We were married by Fr. Roy in October 2005. I truly believe that he was God's messenger on earth and was the reason why my husband has since then has a greater faith. We will miss his wonderful wit and humor and how he made the gospel come to life. He was a wonderful priest and will be truly missed. He will now be an angel in heaven watching over us all.
Father Roy was my pastor for almost 20 years and officiated my wedding less than 6 months ago. He deserved the title Father for more than his sacramental role. My family will be praying for him and for you. God Bless you.
I am so grateful to have had Fr. Roy as my spiritual leader for a better part of my adult life. Fr. Roy came into my parish at a time where there was much anger and confusion. Through his peaceful nature and calm manner, he healed and strengthened our community. Over the next 20 years, he strengthened my understanding of the Catholic faith, made stewardship a part of my daily life, gave me the opportunity and responsibility to become an active member in the ministries of our community, was a shoulder to lean on during tough times, and was a great friend. My husband, my children and I will miss him. We love you Fr. Roy!
I met Father Roy for the first time when I was a 12 year old student at St. Patricks. Little did I know that over the next 21 years he would be a major influence in my life. I am a better man for having Father Roy in my life and so is anyone that may have crossed paths with him. He will be greatly missed, but I know some day we will all be with him again. I love you Father Roy and will miss you..
Father Roy was a dear friend, a father figure, and a spiritual leader to my whole family. We will all miss him terribly but are comforted to know that he is at home with the Lord and keeping watch over all of us till we join him in heaven.
We wanted to share our condolences to the family and friends of Father Roy. He was a wonderful, kind and gentle man who inspired us to be better people. Please share the memorial fund information so we may contribute in his honor. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Faust Family
Though I only knew Father Roy through my cousin , Linda Zahorik, he was a source of faith and love for our family in times of celebration and sorrow. May he shine in God's glory now.
