Mr. Roy Richard Shoffner, 74, of Harmony, N.C., passed away suddenly on Thursday, July 24, 2025. He was born on September 25, 1950, in Rowan County, N.C., to the late Richard Edward and Margie Lucille Ireland Shoffner.

Roy proudly served his country in the Vietnam War as a member of the Army 101st Airborne Division. He was awarded both the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart for his service and bravery. He retired from Southern States after 42 years of service. Roy loved people and enjoyed talking on the phone. He enjoyed deer hunting, fishing, gardening, and cutting wood.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandparents Filmore and Cora Ireland.

Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Linda Diane Harris Shoffner; a daughter, Angie Shoffner; a brother, Troy F. Shoffner; an aunt, Nannie Sue Ireland; a nephew, Shannon Shoffner (Crystal); a niece, Corri Dellinger (Adam); his dog, Chloe; and special friends, Craig Salmon (Crystal), Gabriel, Levi, Isaiah, Judah Paul, and Rachel.

A graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 28, at Pleasant View Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Jesse Stroud officiating. Military Honors will be conducted by the VFW Memorial Honor Guard. Memorials may be considered for Purple Heart Homes, 755 Washington Avenue, Statesville, NC 28677 or https://www.purplehearthomesusa.org/ways-to-give/

Online condolences may be made at www.eatonfuneralservice.com.

Eaton Funeral Service, Mocksville, is serving the family.