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Michael Denning Royster

02/07/1949 - 08/30/2023

Obituary For Michael Denning Royster

Mr. Michael Denning Royster, 74, was born on Monday, February 7, 1949 and departed this life on Wednesday, August 30, 2023.

Visitation service will be held on Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at Holloway Memorial Funeral Home, 2502 NC Hwy 55, Durham, NC from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.
Graveside service will be held on Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at Beechwood Cemetery on Fayetteville Street at 12 noon.

All acts of kindness are appreciated during this difficult time.


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Mildred Royster planted 5 trees in memory of Michael Denning Royster . - September 04, 2023

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My deepest sympathy for the loss of your loved one. Michael was a dear friend. He was a kind, caring and lovable person. I will miss him Jacqueline

Cousin Michael was a very kind person! Enjoyed our talks together. May God bless the Royster Family and May He welcome Michael home by saying, "Well done, faithful servant." Love and Prayers, Dr. Beverly Royster Edwards Rogers

My sincere condolences to the Royster family. B. Holman and Family

My condolences to the Royster family.

To the family of Michael

So sorry for your loss My prayers are with you doing this time.

Jackie Cross

To the Royster family. No words can describe how sorry I am for your loss. My sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. Karlene (Bankston) Cameron.

Wishing you and your family peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. I am deeply sorry about the loss. Praying for you and your family. I worked with Mike at IBM. Raymond and Cheryl Dukes

My condolences to the Royster family. Saundra (Bankston) Harris

I first met Mike after the school district lines were redrawn which required me to attend WG Pearson Elementary School. Mike was always friendly with a warm spirit. There no fear in Mike. I pray that GOD comforts the family.

Condolences to the Royster family. May Gods blessings keep you strong in the days to come. For love is strength so we send much love. David and Gloria Sellars

Sincere condolences and prayers to the family during your time of bereavement and always. May God console you.

Sincere condolences and prayers to the family. May God console you during your time of bereavement and always 🙏

Please accept my most sincere condolences to the Royster family. Mike and I were class of 1969 graduates at Hillside. We also enjoyed a round of golf on a few occasions. His final rest has begun...until we meet again

MY SINCERE SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE ROYSTER FAMILY

Sincere Sympathy to the Royster Family Antionette Harper Milligan -Barnes

My condolences to the family. Michael raised me and although we haven't been in touch for a long period of time I always prayed he knew how much I loved and appreciated him! My heart is absolutely broken because he was such a great man. One of the best I'll ever know. Shatondra

My sincere condolences to the Royster family. Hold on to your precious memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Patricia Buie McGhee - HHS Class of 1969

MY CONDOLENCES TO THE ROYSTER FAMILY I AM SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF AN DEAR AN LOVING FATHER, FRIEND AN TO EVERYONE.

Our Sincere Condolences To The Family!!! Worley, Worley Jr. & Lisa 🏍🕊🕊🏍

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Holloway Memorial Funeral Home, Inc. | Durham, NC

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