Roy was my boss at the q pool hall in iowa city way back in the day. He would often take us bartenders n waitresses out to eat at 4ish am after work. Nice guy. Condolenses.

Still missing you.. RIP my big brother...

Early Merry Christmas to you! Miss u always

Nisey

Two yrs later

Thinking of you daily

Missing you always

#Roy

Happy Heavenly Birthday............

#Roy

I went to Iowa City the other day to say good bye to you. Now I know you are gone and are never coming back because your home is sold and nothing felt the same anymore I remembered when you first bought that house .. How happy you were but, now I completely understand nothing stays the same RIP big brother:(

It has been so hard to grasp the fact that last month you've been gone a year....going to Iowa this week. Will go by the old house just to be close to you maybe sit on the step and remember you pulling weeds from the flower beds and that wacky laugh lol!! Smh Anyway missing you love you always

Missing you. Was in Iowa City for a visit a few weeks ago. Couldn't help but drive by the old bar and your house on Melrose. Miss your laugh my friend. The last time I was there was when my dad passed. You came and sat with me all day. I could never thank you enough.

Hope you are doing well up there. xxoo

#StillMissingU

#1Year!

Missing you today. I thought of you a lot on Duper bowel Sunday. Hey I know you watched it with Cap luv u

Peace

Hey Roy,

Visiting you this week was so special. I finally really realize you are at peace. While I sat beside you at grave and spoke to you softly in my heart I knew you could hear my heart breaking because I miss you being here. Most people think we didn't have a realationship but, you and I knew different we understood each other. One thing you taught me.. Things don't make a person, having things don't make a person, sharing things and loving someone and helping each other is what matters and I love you for that lesson. I know you are proud of me and I will always be as proud of you. I'll be back to visit you soon love you always your lil sister for life.

Marilyn

My first Christmas without my big brother was a difficult one but, hey Roy I made it. The family met at the family home as they do every year trying to move on with life. I didn't attend I just wanted to stay home and remember the times you would come home from college and take us shopping. Although at that time you didn't have much you shared with us what you had. You see that's the one thing that made you special you took care of us. Your smile is no more but , every time the sun shine I see your smile oh and that laugh I can hear in my head. Most of all your teachings about life I'll never forget. Well happy New Year in heaven tell the others hello . I miss you love always your lil sis

Thinking of you today on your birthday, Roy. Tonight I am taking a meditation class from the yoga instructor you liked so well. You must have arranged this for me on your birthday with Shanna teaching it! I miss you so much. Thank you for all your years of friendship and advice on life. I still hear much of it in my head, and always will.

Love,

Nancy

Missing you more and more everyday. Your birthday is this month in November. Happy birthday big brother and continue to rest in the bosom of God. It's hard trying to go on without you but, I am doing it. Love you always. Your little sister Marilyn

I just learned of Roy's passing. My tears are streaming as I write this. He was a dear friend to me when I worked in college at Slater Hall. He hired me as an RA and later tokd me he saved me from Burge. ha! He gave me a lot of advice and helped me grow as a person. He was very wise and often asked the hard questions you did not want to answer.

I have great memories of traveling with him to weddings. He attended my wedding which meant a lot. We lost contact over the years and I often thought we would have time later to reconnect. I see now I have lost that chance and its a bitter lesson. It seems he is still teaching me things even now. He was a wonderful man and I can still hear his voice. My heart goes out to his family. God bless. Kim Baer

Wow it's June already and it's almost two months since you left us No more stress for you now you are resting until we see you again. Sweet dreams good night my big brother

Hi Roy, I'm thinking about something you told me in the car on our drive from Birmingham Ala to Iowa City to College. You said "Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere." I now understand what that mean. I only imagine you being at peace with God and to know how truly missed you are. it's hard but, I'm trying to imagine you in the bossom of God resting quietly. Be sweet tell the rest of the family hello and kisses to mom love you big bro!

Missing you today

Hi Big brother at work thinking about you. planning to visit you soon. I'm still hoping this is a bad dream and I'm going to wake up soon.... God just knowing you are no longer here somewhere laughing and smiling breaks my heart. Now you are with God and family. Sweet dreams. Love you always

Hi big brother... Sitting here thinking about when we were young and I remember the day you left for college. I would always Bragg to others about my big brother who reside in Iowa. I remember how I looked forward to you coming home for Christmas, because you would always take us shopping. It didn't matter how poor we were because we always knew you would be there to catch us if we fall. I never imagine the pain that I feel with you not being around anymore. That crazy laugh those big white teeth and when the joke was really funny the clapping of your hands wonderful memories of the holiday dinners with all the family around just happy and so grateful. Please give grandma mom loise nut uncle frank granddaddy and pig hugs and kisses from us. Rest in peace until we meet again. I miss you so much I finally stop dialing your number just to hear you say this is "Roy" my big broter

(((((((ROY)))))))))

I really just wanted to say some more about my friend Roy. We knew each other for 20 years and kept in regular contact over those years. I am at such a loss knowing that I will never hear his voice again, hear his laugh again, see his face and feel his hug ever again. Roy was such a quiet, contemplating man. I loved his high fives, his fist bumps, his observance of everything. I was amazed at his life and how he handled the thousands of things he was always up to. He meditated daily and he said that helped him. Helped him not need as much sleep, helped him calm, helped everything. Roy wasn't a drinker, but he always made me laugh when at his bar, he would order a vodka and orange juice...minus the vodka, but only the bartender knew that (and me). Roy was a very humble man and never put on airs. He would drive around in a little volks wagon truck that needed to be plugged in during the winter and didn't care whether or not you knew he had range rover sitting in his garage. I remember going for rides on his Harley back in the 90s, taking trips to Chicago and just having fun with my lifelong friend. I will miss his advice, him checking in just to say hi, his gentle, caring demeanor, his face, how he hated the cold, I will miss everything about Roy. Roy taught me about the Master Cleanse, foot care, art, co-ops, life, and friendship. I know he touched a lot of lives during his own lifetime. Those people, including myself are very aware of just how wonderful of a person Roy was. I have called him several times praying this is a dream. It still will not sink in fully. Because of Roy, I will call my old friends and my family, just to check in and tell them I am thinking of them and that I love and appreciate them. Because of Roy, I will try live an even more meaningful life, I will strive to be the kind of loving, selfless person he was to everyone. Because of Roy, my life has been enriched and for that I am very grateful. To Memories.....

To Mr Roy family

I'm truly sorry for the sudden passing of Mr. Roy and I know he is up in heaven with our heavenly father at eternal rest.... he is reunited with my aunt Cheryl and we will all see each other again....

This is still a real shock ! Rest in peace uncle Roy ' I remember the first conversation I had with you ' you were telling me about all the property you owned , and the bars , and I Said too you I know Uncle Roy . I Googled your name . Your response back was that damn Google lol . And when we went to the supermarket and I picked up a box of tropics a fruit juice and you said that ain't real juice lol . I'll never forget you and your captain D's . Love you RIP uncle . Kiss my grandma for me . You will Live on . Such a Great individual . Loving , encouraging , all of the above . God needed you '

I am completely heart broken. Roy was such a great friend to me. I just was in contact with him 3 wks ago. I met him back in 1995. He was such a gracious person and true fiend. I will miss him always.

I worked for Roy at the Que when I was 19. I have vivid memories of that time, things he said and the many times he gave me advice. I approach life using things he taught me to this day, 28 years later.

With condolence to anyone who knew him, for he was a great man with a warm heart, a great laugh and a cool attitude. My God comfort all!

The news of Roy's passing both surprised and upset me. I was an employee at the Que from 1997-2000 and got to know Roy fairly well through the years. I truly loved the deep conversations we had about business and life. He was a great man and will be missed. Please accept my condolences

I first met Roy in 1978 when we lived in the same apartment building. We became close friends over time, and through him I met some of my best friends! I loved the times we spent in each others apartments talking and philosophizing. Roy was a great guy and helpful friend. I loved his laugh and smile. We had many interesting conversations, and I will never forget him. Today I am in utter shock to read of his death. I know he touched many lives, and he will forever remain in their hearts. My condolences to his family and the many others whose lives he touched. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May he rest in peace. Until we all meet again. . .

I used to raw up on thetsketball court at the Old field house in Iowa city being 66 300 pounds I would slam raw to the floor time after time but one time Raw decided to fly that little guy leaped over the basketball rim, shouting you can't stop me now as he dunked the ball beating me for the first time now I know he s fling even higher with the loard. Raw we'll have a rematch in heaven. Your football friend Tye Dye. 78 (Hawk Eye)

I used to raw up on thetsketball court at the Old field house in Iowa city being 66 300 pounds I would slam raw to the floor time after time but one time Raw decided to fly that little leaped over the basketball rim, shouting you can't stop me now as he dunked the ball beating for the first time now I know he s fling even higher with the board. Raw well have a rematch in heaven. Your football friend Tye Dye. 78 (Hawk Eye) Q

I met Roy Yelder when I was just a kid trying to get through college and figure out life like so many. Roy's advice and encouragement was unlike any other I had encountered at the young age of 19. He helped me look inward when I was unsure of my own self. He gave me and countless others a chance and opportunity that was once in a lifetime. I know I speak for others when I say that Roy was instrumental in each of our paths of success into adulthood. He will never be forgotten and I will always carry his words and advice with me for my lifetime. God speed, Roy. You are missed by many.

Really gonna miss this Guy....You were a great inspiration to my 4 young mens..They really looked up to you..Go on and take ur rest. GGoodly takes the Best....My Condolence goes out to the entire Family. Cuzin-Q just ain't gonna be the same without you...

So sorry to see that Roy has passed away. We met Roy many years ago when he hired us to service his pool tables at the Que Bar. Roy was an awesome man, he had a wonderful laugh and demeanor, he will be greatly missed. Roy made the world a better place!!! Our sympathies go out Roy's family and many friends.

I met Roy through Marvin Sims. It's so true how nice Roy was. He amazed me as he was always trying new ventures, never afraid to take the risk. I loved his wonderful laugh, big smile, and bigger heart. Hard to believe will never experience those again. Blessings to all that knew this man and now have a heavy heart with his passing too soon.

My deepest sympathies go out to Roy's family and friends. He was a genuine friend to all, and truly cared about people around him. I am grateful for the years I was able to know Roy and my thoughts and prayers are with everyone. He will be missed.

Roy Yelder was my friend and mentor. He led others with style, humility, and compassion. He was always learning and innovating. He taught me more than I could ever express and I will miss him greatly. Roy always looked great weather he was wearing Carhartt overalls or a tux on New Year's Eve. 211 Iowa Avenue will forever be the Que Bar to me. May Roy he rest in peace.

I feel such sadness to learn of Roy's passing. What a guy! My sister Letha and I did housework for him for several years. If he was there, we'd often stay and talk. We heard many times the "Thank you" when we agreed with whatever point he was making. Another thing he always said was, "I know you don't believe me..." Even though we usually did, because he was very knowledgeable. We met Roy through our friend Marvin and in fact that was the last time we saw him---at Marvin's memorial. We talked about getting together sometime but didn't follow through. Roy was a wonderful, generous and happy person with a beautiful smile and infectious laugh. He'd clap his hands whenever he cracked himself up, which made us laugh. One thing that stuck with us was his advice to always tip big. That sums up Roy for me...such a big heart! We have followed that advice and will continue to think of him whenever we do so. Thank you Roy! I'm grateful to have known him.

Roy and I had a great working relationship through his property on Washington Street in downtown Iowa City. He was so helpful when it was raining inside the store from a water problem from the residential units above the commercial space. He was there, working beside me to mitigate damage and offer encouragement without being flustered or frustrated.

Saddened to hear about Roy's passing. I got to know Roy several years ago through his business interests in the area. He was more than just a business acquaintance. He could always put a smile on my face and he had such a great laugh. A real gentleman who I will sorely miss. Rest in peace Roy.

I am truly sadden to learn of Roy's passing. I have known Roy for many years, as I first met him when he was an undergraduate student at The University of Iowa. Roy lived in one of the residence halls for which I supervised. While he was an undergraduate student has was very active in playing basketball with other residents on his living unit. After the completion of his Graduate work, I employed Roy as a Residence Hall Director where he manage a hall of over 400 students and staff. He was a very dedicated employee and he impacted the lives of many young students. After leaving his U of Iowa employment, Roy purchased an Iowa City business and was very sucessful. Roy will be greatly missed by many friends and family.

Roy was a very long time friend, mentor and amazing individual. I jad the opportunity to work for Roy 28+ years ago. We remained in contact since. He made time to visit me when I had my second son.

He made time to visit with me on my trips back to Iowa from Arizona and also when he came here.

He came to my side when my father passed a few years ago in Iowa.

I am devastated that the world has lost such an unique and wonderful human being.

Peace and hugs to all who knew and loved him.

~Laura

Didn't see you around too much but always heard the good things you were doing..Rest in Peace.Roy.

I can not put in words what you meant to me. Your smile ,the sound of your laugh...oh God why now? I can not comprehend that you are gone as in never coming back! God please give me strength! Everything that I am and have is because of you I will never and can never forget you. RIP my big brother!!

"Thank you" Roy's small nod and slight smile the moment he knew you understood whatever point he was making. Well, thank you Roy for making such a strong, positive impact on my life and the lives of so many others. I love you and will miss you always. Rest in peace.

Roy was a super friend and brother. He was always a good person to work with or just hang out. I am sure he will continue his work in the afterlife.

If you didn't want to know, you shouldn't have asked.

I will so miss his laugh.